Fuel Storage, Energy Markets & the Future of Western Supply | Sawtooth Caverns

“Send Jobbers Podcast a text”📌 For more episodes, resources, and behind-the-scenes updates, visit:www.jobberspodcast.comHow does fuel actually move across the western United States—and what happens when refinery shutdowns, global conflict, and shifting energy policy begin disrupting supply?In this episode of Jobbers: American Energy, Jason Case sits down with Aaron Aldape and Justin Anderson from Sawtooth Caverns to break down the realities of fuel storage, western energy logistics, and the infrastructure required to keep fuel moving across the region.Aaron Aldape brings years of experience from Chevron, where he worked across refinery operations, product placement, commercial strategy, and upstream negotiations before overseeing the company’s Rocky Mountain region business. Justin Anderson’s path started in central Utah before building a career managing terminals, rail operations, and large-scale logistics systems throughout North America.Together, they explain how underground fuel storage works, why refined product storage is becoming increasingly important, and how western fuel markets are adapting to refinery closures, supply volatility, and infrastructure challenges.The conversation also explores the impact of the Iran conflict and Strait of Hormuz instability on fuel pricing and global supply chains. From California fuel policy and regional logistics to long-term infrastructure investment, the episode highlights how the energy industry is evolving in real time.Finally, the discussion highlights the realities of large-scale fuel infrastructure, including supply resiliency, transportation logistics, and what it takes to support growing demand across the western United States.One key takeaway: fuel storage and infrastructure are becoming more important than ever as the energy landscape continues to shift.If you want a real-world look at fuel logistics, supply resiliency, and the future of western energy infrastructure, this is the conversation.In This Episode:• How underground fuel storage caverns work• Aaron Aldape’s transition from Chevron to Sawtooth• Justin Anderson’s background in rail and terminal operations• California refinery shutdowns and western fuel supply risks• Rail, trucking, and refined product logistics• Strategic fuel reserves and energy resiliency• Utah energy policy and infrastructure investment• How global conflict impacts fuel pricing and supply• The future growth plans for Sawtooth CavernsYouTube Chapters0:00 Coming up...1:56 Meet Aaron Aldape & Justin Anderson4:10 What is Sawtooth Caverns?7:18 How Underground Fuel Storage Works11:05 Fuel Logistics & Seasonal Supply15:42 Aaron’s Background at Chevron22:15 Justin’s Journey from Farming to Fuel Operations30:44 Growing Through North America’s Oil Boom38:20 California Refinery Shutdowns & Western Supply Risks45:14 Strategic Fuel Reserves Explained52:36 Fuel Blending & Regional Supply Challenges58:40 Utah Energy Policy & Infrastructure Investment1:08:12 How the Iran Conflict Impacts Fuel Markets1:16:28 Fuel Volatility, Infrastructure & Global Supply1:22:47 Future Growth Plans for Sawtooth Caverns1:27:50 Big Dogs Event & Industry Networking1:30:10 Final ThoughtsThank you for watching Jobbers: American Energy, the podcast that captures the real, unscripted stories of the people powering America’s fuel and energy industries. Every month, we go beyond the headlines to share the grit, leadership, and legacy of the workers who keep this country running.📌 For more episodes, resources, and behind-the-scenes updates, visit:www.jobberspodcast.com🎙️ Listen on your favorite podcast app and never miss an episode📲 Follow along on social for extra content, updates, and sneak peeks:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jobbers_american_energy/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61562625762810X (Twitter): https://x.com/Jobbers_AE🛢️ Jobbers: American Energy is hosted by Jason Case, CEO of ROC, a third-generation family-run wholesale energy distribution company.Real people. Real stories. Real American energy.Thank you for listening to Jobbers: American Energy, the podcast that captures the real, unscripted stories of the people powering America’s fuel and energy industries. Every month, we go beyond the headlines to share the grit, leadership, and legacy of the workers who keep this country running.📌 For more episodes, resources, and behind-the-scenes updates, visit: www.jobberspodcast.com📺 Watch full video episodes and exclusive clips on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Jobbers-AmericanEnergy📲 Follow along on social for extra content, updates, and sneak peeks:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jobbers_american_energy/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61562625762810 X (Twitter): https://x.com/Jobbers_AE🛢️ Jobbers: American Energy is hosted by Jason Case, the CEO of ROC, a third-generation family-run wholesale energy distribution company. Learn more about Jason and the work behind the show at www.jobberspodcast.com/about.Real people. Real stories. Real American energy.