Field Technician Supplies & Tools

Critical for diagnosing dispenser issues, POS problems, and electrical faults

Every service call involving electrical components

• Recommended: Fluke 179 or equivalent
• Features: True RMS, CAT III/IV rated

$150-$400

• • Clamp meter (for current measurement)
• • Basic multimeter (budget option)

Essential for checking motor current, pump loads, and electrical consumption

STP service, motor diagnostics, power consumption checks

• Type: AC/DC clamp meter
• Range: 0-600A typical

$100-$300

• • Multimeter with clamp attachment

Critical for diagnosing motor failures, especially in STPs and pumps

Motor diagnostics, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting electrical faults

• Range: 0-1000 MΩ typical

$200-$600

• • Multimeter with high resistance range (limited)

Essential for diagnosing flow issues, pump problems, and line pressure

Dispenser flow issues, STP diagnostics, line pressure checks

• Range: 0-100 PSI typical
• Connection: 1/4" NPT or quick-connect

$30-$100

• • Digital pressure gauge
• • Manometer (for vapor recovery)

Required for vapor recovery system diagnostics and compliance testing

Vapor recovery system service, compliance testing, VR diagnostics

• Type: Digital or analog
• Range: ±20" WC typical

$100-$300

• • Digital pressure gauge with low range

Required for working with fuel lines, breakaways, and pipe connections

Dispenser repairs, STP service, line replacements

• Sizes: 8", 10", 12", 14", 18"
• Material: Aluminum or steel

$50-$150 per set

• • Adjustable wrenches (limited)
• • Strap wrenches (for delicate fittings)

Most equipment uses standard bolt sizes—having both metric and SAE is essential

Virtually every repair job

• Drive sizes: 1/4", 3/8", 1/2"
• Range: 4mm-24mm, 1/4"-1"
• Type: 6-point and 12-point

$100-$400

• • Individual socket sets
• • Impact sockets (for power tools)

Dispensers and equipment use various screw types—need the right bit

Every service call

• Types: Flat, Phillips, Torx, Security Torx, Hex
• Sizes: Various

$30-$100

• • Multi-bit screwdriver
• • Power driver with bits

Critical for dispenser bolts—overtightening causes damage, undertightening causes leaks

Dispenser installation, critical bolt tightening

• Type: Click-type or beam
• Range: 10-150 ft-lbs typical

$50-$200

• • Torque adapter for ratchet

Essential for wire work, hose clamps, and general gripping tasks

Electrical work, hose connections, general repairs

• Types: Needle-nose, lineman's, diagonal cutters, slip-joint

$40-$120

• • Multi-tool pliers

Manhole covers are heavy and often stuck—need leverage to open safely

Tank access, manhole cover removal

• Length: 24"-36"
• Material: Steel

$30-$80

• • Pipe extension on wrench
• • Lifting equipment

Fill caps require specific tools—standard wrenches don't fit

Tank filling, fill cap service

• Type: Square or hex drive
• Size: Various

$20-$50

• • Adjustable wrench (limited)

Backup method for tank level measurement when electronic gauges fail

Tank level verification, gauge calibration, emergency measurements

• Material: Fiberglass or aluminum
• Length: Tank depth dependent

$50-$150

• • Electronic tank gauge
• • Sight gauge

Shear valves require specific adjustment—wrong tool damages the valve

Shear valve service, adjustment, troubleshooting

• Compatibility: OPW 10A shear valves

$30-$60

• • Improvised tool (not recommended)

Nozzle rings are difficult to remove without proper tool

Nozzle service, ring replacement

• Compatibility: Various nozzle types

$20-$50

• • Pliers (damages ring)
• • Screwdriver (not recommended)

VR hose fittings require specific wrenches—standard tools don't fit

Vapor recovery hose service, fitting replacement

• Type: Coaxial fitting specific

$15-$40

• • Adjustable wrench (limited)

Protection from fuel splashes, debris, and chemical exposure

Always—safety first on every job

• Rating: ANSI Z87.1
• Type: Wraparound or side-shield

$10-$50

• • Safety goggles (for chemical splash)
• • Face shield (for heavy work)

Protection from fuel, solvents, and cleaning agents

Any work involving fuel contact or chemical handling

• Material: Nitrile
• Thickness: 5-8 mil
• Rating: Fuel-resistant

Box of 100+

$15-$40 per box

• • Latex gloves (not fuel-resistant)
• • Butyl gloves (heavy-duty)

Protection from flash fires and fuel ignition

Fuel handling, tank work, high-risk operations

• Rating: NFPA 70E, CAT 2
• Material: FR cotton or synthetic

$50-$200 per item

• • Regular work clothing (not recommended for fuel work)

Required for tank entry and confined space work—prevents ignition

Tank entry, confined space work, hazardous area inspection

• Rating: Class I, Division 1
• Type: LED, battery-powered

$50-$150

• • Regular flashlight (not safe for tanks)
• • Headlamp (if rated)

Critical for confined space entry and tank work—detects dangerous conditions

Tank entry, confined space work, leak detection

• Gases: LEL, O2, CO, H2S
• Type: 4-gas monitor

$300-$800

• • Single-gas detector (limited)
• • Combustible gas detector only

Required for fuel handling operations—immediate fire response

Fuel handling, hot work, emergency response

• Type: Class B (flammable liquids)
• Size: 5-10 lbs minimum

$30-$100

• • Class ABC (less effective for fuel)
• • Fire suppression system

Essential for troubleshooting TLS and other tank monitoring systems

Tank gauge diagnostics, calibration, troubleshooting

• Compatibility: TLS, Franklin, OPW systems

$200-$600

• • Manual testing methods
• • Manufacturer service tools

Required for compliance testing and leak detection

Line leak testing, compliance testing, leak detection

• Type: Vacuum tester or pressure decay
• Range: System dependent

$200-$800

• • Manual testing methods
• • Third-party testing service

Required for spill bucket compliance testing

Spill bucket testing, compliance verification

• Type: Hydrostatic test
• Capacity: Various

$100-$300

• • Visual inspection (limited)
• • Third-party testing

Essential for fuel quality—removes water and contaminants

Filter changes, preventive maintenance, water contamination

• Series: PetroClear 405/505, Cim-Tek
• Micron: 10-30 micron typical
• Color: Red, green, blue (filtration level)

Keep 10-20 in stock

$15-$40 each

• • Generic filters (check compatibility)
• • Aftermarket filters

Required for dispenser hose replacement—must be UL-listed

Hose replacement, new installation, hose failure

• Length: 8', 10' typical
• Diameter: 3/4", 1"
• Rating: UL-listed
• Type: Fuel-rated

Keep 2-4 hoses per dispenser type

$50-$150 per hose

• • Vapor recovery hoses (if VR system)
• • DEF hoses (for DEF dispensers)

Required for VR dispensers—handles both fuel and vapor

VR hose replacement, VR system installation

• Type: Coaxial (fuel + vapor)
• Length: 8', 10' typical
• Rating: UL-listed

Keep 2-4 VR hoses

$80-$200 per hose

• • Standard fuel hose (not for VR)

Cost-effective alternative to new nozzles—rebuild instead of replace

Nozzle leaks, preventive maintenance, nozzle service

• Compatibility: OPW 7HB, Husky, various models
• Contents: O-rings, springs, seals

Keep 5-10 kits

$15-$40 per kit

• • New nozzle (more expensive)
• • Individual O-rings

Essential for sealing—used in nozzles, swivels, filters, valves

Leak repairs, preventive maintenance, rebuilds

• Material: Viton (fuel-resistant)
• Sizes: Various (SAE and metric)

Keep comprehensive assortment

$30-$100 per assortment

• • Individual O-rings
• • Buna-N (not fuel-resistant)

Prevents leaks in threaded connections—must be fuel-resistant

Pipe connections, fittings, threaded joints

• Type: RECTORSEAL T2 or yellow PTFE tape
• Rating: Fuel-resistant

Keep 2-3 tubes/rolls

$5-$20

• • Regular PTFE tape (not recommended)
• • Pipe dope (check rating)

Required for electrical repairs and new installations

Electrical repairs, new wiring, wire replacement

• Type: THHN (Thermoplastic High Heat-resistant Nylon)
• Gauge: 12 AWG, 14 AWG typical
• Rating: 600V

Keep various gauges and colors

$0.50-$2 per foot

• • UF wire (underground)
• • Shielded cable (for sensors)

Essential for outdoor electrical connections—must be weatherproof

Electrical connections, wire splices, outdoor wiring

• Type: Wire nuts, crimp connectors, junction boxes
• Rating: Weatherproof, explosion-proof if needed

Keep assortment

$10-$50 per assortment

• • Regular connectors (not for outdoor)
• • Solder connections (with proper protection)

Required for fuel spill response—regulatory requirement

Fuel spills, leaks, cleanup operations

• Contents: Absorbent pads, neutralizers, disposal bags
• Capacity: Various sizes

Keep 1-2 kits in truck

$50-$150 per kit

• • Individual supplies
• • Third-party cleanup service

Speeds up installation and repairs—essential for efficiency

Installation work, fastener removal, drilling

• Type: Cordless, 18V or 20V
• Features: Variable speed, torque control

$100-$300

• • Corded drill (less portable)
• • Manual tools (slower)

Many work areas are poorly lit—tanks, dispenser internals, equipment rooms

Every service call

• Lumens: 500+
• Type: LED, rechargeable or battery

$20-$100

• • Headlamp
• • Work light
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