How to hire a petroleum supply specialist

How to hire a petroleum supply specialist, step by step

Here's a step-by-step petroleum supply specialist hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a petroleum supply specialist job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new petroleum supply specialist
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your petroleum supply specialist job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a petroleum supply specialist for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A petroleum supply specialist's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, petroleum supply specialists from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of petroleum supply specialists.

   Type of Petroleum Supply Specialist	Description	Hourly rate
   Petroleum Supply Specialist		$15-56
   Pipeline Operator	The job of a pipeline operator is to control the flow of gas, oil, and other materials being sent through pipelines at refineries or power plants. Your day-to-day duties typically include conducting routine inspections and maintenance of the pipeline systems, training new staff members on procedures and policies, and operating petroleum processing or refining units... Show more	$14-32
   Refinery Operator	Refinery operators oversee the entire production process of the plant operation. Responsibilities for this position are as diverse as the required knowledge fields, including identifying and correcting refinery process issues, operating equipment, monitoring meters and gauges, and meeting set area production goals... Show more	$14-35

2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Safety Procedures
   • Math
   • MOS
   • AIT
   • Distribution Facilities
   • Stock Bulk
   • Package Product
   • Dispense Bulk
   • Water Distribution System
   • Hazardous Materials
   • Preventive Maintenance
   • Safety Regulations
   • Hazmat
   • POL

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Implement logistics support plan to manage advance shipment of hazardous goods to area of responsibility.
   • Serve as hatch foreman / senior cargo checker; enforce safety practices; operate cranes and supervise handling of equipment maintenance.
   • Perform the demolition of unserviceable ammunition in a safe manor.
   • Assemble various parts of ammo and assemble tools to aid in operations of dismantling and putting together ammunition.
   • Operate 3K , 6K and 10K MHE.
   • Rig ships' gear as part of a team.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your petroleum supply specialist job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A petroleum supply specialist salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, petroleum supply specialists' average salary in wyoming is 45% less than in new york.
   • Seniority. Entry-level petroleum supply specialists earn 73% less than senior-level petroleum supply specialists.
   • Certifications. A petroleum supply specialist with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a petroleum supply specialist's salary.

   Average petroleum supply specialist salary

   $61,978yearly

   $29.80 hourly rate

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   Entry-level petroleum supply specialist salary

   $32,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 15, 2025

4. Writing a petroleum supply specialist job description

   A good petroleum supply specialist job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a petroleum supply specialist job description:

   Petroleum supply specialist job description example

   Fuel is one of the most vital components of the Army National Guard. It's what keeps Soldiers pushing onward, and as a Petroleum Supply Specialist, you'll make sure they'll never run out. In this position, you will ensure the proper handling, storage, and shipment of petroleum-based products, such as oil, fuel, and compressed gas.
   
   Petroleum Supply Specialists primarily supervise and manage the reception, storage, and shipping of bulk or packaged petroleum products. This may include operating specialized pumping equipment to load trucks, ships, trains, and aircraft; selecting and submitting samples of petroleum-based products for testing; performing petroleum and water accounting activities; testing petroleum samples for contamination, repairing specialized equipment, and being knowledgeable about facility safety procedures and storage guidelines.
   
   As your skills increase, so will your responsibilities. Advanced Petroleum Supply Specialists take on management duties, such as supervising and training other Soldiers, assigning duties and spot checking work quality, and assuring adherence to safety procedures.
   Receive and stock bulk and package products
   Issue and dispense bulk fuels and water from storage and distribution facilities to using units
   
   Some of the Skills You'll Learn
   Operating airplane refueling systems and equipment
   Planning and scheduling petroleum transport
   Testing oil and fuels
   
   Helpful Skills
   Interest in shop mechanics and business math
   Enjoy physical work
   
   Through your training, you will develop the skills and experience to enjoy a civilian career with oil refineries, pipeline companies, and tanker truck and ship lines.
   
   Earn While You Learn
   Get paid to learn! Join the Army National Guard and you will learn valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance. The Guard even offers certified apprenticeship programs for some specialties in this occupation.
   
   After 10 weeks of Basic Training, where you will learn fundamental Soldiering skills, you will attend 11 weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT), which includes a combination of hands-on and classroom training.
   
   Benefits/Requirements
   
   Benefits
   Paid training A monthly paycheck Montgomery GI Bill Federal and State tuition assistance Retirement benefits for part-time service Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage) 401(k)-type savings plan Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000, for existing loans) Health care benefits available VA home loans Bonuses, if applicable Most non-prior service candidates will earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change
   Requirements Military enlistment in the Army National Guard Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate Must be between the ages of 17 and 35 Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details)
   
   Requires military enlistment. Programs and benefits are subject to change. Ask your Army National Guard recruiter for the most up-to-date information. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability.
   
   Other Job Information
   
   Job Category: Supply and Logistics
   Age Requirements: Must be between the ages of 17 and 35 oil refinery ship yard attendant

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right petroleum supply specialist for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your petroleum supply specialist job on Zippia to find and recruit petroleum supply specialist candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting petroleum supply specialists requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new petroleum supply specialist

   Once you've found the petroleum supply specialist candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new petroleum supply specialist. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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