AFSC 3E1X1 HVAC & Refrigeration Awards
Senior Airman James D. Kirk distinguished himself by outstanding achievement as a Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Journeyman while assigned to the 627th Civil Engineer Squadron, 627th Air Base Group, 62d Air Base Wing, Joint Base Lewis McChord, Washington. During this period, Airman Kirk resolved a chronic vehicle HVAC issue by leading a team in the fleet's evaluation and installation of several compressors, enabling combat readiness of 75 Stryker units. Additionally, he halted the communications network servers' recurring temperature shutdown by installing a compressor that saved 250,000 dollars in assets and sustained Command and Control operations for 200 units. Finally, he repaired a condensate pump that restored operations at Joint Base Lewis McChord Theater and enhanced the morale of over two thousand installation customers weekly. The distinctive accomplishments of Airman Kirk reflect credit upon himself, the 627th Civil Engineer Squadron and the United States Air Force.
Staff Sergeant David C. Martin distinguished himself by outstanding achievement while assigned to the 349th Civil Engineer Squadron, 349th Mission Support Group, 349th Air Mobility Wing, Travis Air Force Base, California. During this period, Sergeant Martin deployed to Al Dhafra, United Arab Emirates, and led a five person team in maintaining over six thousand HVAC systems valued at more than two hundred million dollars. He performed over 300 hours of maintenance, with a ninety eight percent completion rate of DSWs, providing over 3,000 military personnel with exceptional quality of life and increased morale, and enhancing mission readiness. Additionally, he oversaw the repair of two 30-ton Air Conditioning systems, averting 40,000 dollars in replacement costs, and protecting over 150,000 dollars in critical medical equipment and supplies. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Martin reflected credit upon himself, the 349th Civil Engineer Squadron and the United States Air Force.
Senior Airman Joel L. Johnson distinguished himself by meritorious service while serving as HVAC Specialist, 138th Civil Engineer Squadron, 138th Fighter Wing, Tulsa, Oklahoma. During this period, in preparation for deployment, Airman Johnson's attention to detail ensured the unit deployed with the technical orders, specialized tools, and equipment needed to enable quick repairs on HVAC assets. In addition, he developed a comprehensive refrigerant tracking and periocic maintenance program including an extended forecast covering the entire deployment. Further, he demonstrated effective troubleshooting skills and the proficient use of refrigerant usage logs to identify maintenance trends, resulting in the DART team being selected by the ACC Inspector General as a Superior Performer Team. Finally, Airman Johnson assumed the duties of a contaminated PAR team member and flawlessly performed in that capacity with minimal formal training. The distinctive accomplishments of Airman Johnson reflect credit upon himself, the 138th Civil Engineer Squadron and the United States Air Force.
Staff Sergeant Bryan T. Cepero distinguished himself by meritorious service while serving as HVAC Technician, 557th Expeditionary RED HORSE Squadron, 1st Expeditionary RED HORSE Group, Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan. During this period, Sergeant Cepero volunteered to support the 1st Expeditionary RED HORSE Group in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and assisted in the pouring of over 2,000 cubic meters of concrete for the November Ramp expansion project, providing additional parking for U.S. and coalition helicopters. Additionally, he assisted in the installation of over 1,600 linear feet of six inch and four inch drain lines, trenched and installed 480 linear feet of water lines, and installed a 5,000 gallon water tank, resulting in project completion and lodging for over 600 service members one week ahead of schedule. Furthermore, Sergeant Cepero assisted in the installation of a positive water distribution system designed to maintain positive water flow to 17 sinks and 12 latrines. Finally, he assisted in the installation of 96 linear feet of twelve inch concrete pipe for a drainage culvert, providing water drainage for over two acres of flight line parking. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Cepero reflect credit upon himself, the 557th Expeditionary RED HORSE Squadron and the United States Air Force.
Staff Sergeant Derrick O. Mason distinguished himself by meritorious service while serving as Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC/R) specialist, 557th Expeditionary RED HORSE Squadron, 1st Expeditionary RED HORSE Group, Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan. During this period, Sergeant Mason coordinated the installation of three split unit air conditioning units and associated wiring, ensuring reliable service and exceeding the Logistics Readiness Squadron project deadline by twenty percent. Additionally, he spearheaded the operation and maintenance of 18 line sets and 18 split heat pump systems for the Communications Squadron Administration project, guaranteeing adequate environmental support. Furthermore, he installed 1,200 feet of wiring and 300 feet of conduit, providing climate control for 8,000 square feet of administrative office space for the 455th Expeditionary Communications Squadron. Moreover, he managed the redesign and installation of two thermostats, rewired the control voltage to the unit, and replaced the unit contact, effectivly modernizing the entire system. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Mason reflect credit upon himself, the 557th Expeditionary RED HORSE Squadron and the United States Air Force.
Senior Airman Francisco J Brown distinguished himself by meritorious service while assigned to the 51st Civil Engineer Squadron, 51st Mission Support Group, Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea. During this period, while serving as Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Journeyman, Airman Brown precisely calibrated two thousand room thermostats for the Air Force's largest permanent party dormitory, contributing to the climatical comfort of more than three thousand Armed Forces personnel, and enhancing quality of life base wide. Additionally, as a security team member for the Unit Control Center, he completed 22 post attack reconnaissance sweeps, contributing to the 51st Fighter Wing's "Excellent" ORI rating and maximizing base readiness. Finally, he supported the Operation Tomodachi evacuation for Japan's natural disasters by erecting tents, positioning and conducting pre-operational inspections for HVAC field deployment units, comforting more than one thousand evacuees. The distinctive accomplishments of Airman Brown reflect credit upon himself, the 51st Civil Engineer Squadron and the United States Air Force.
Technical Sergeant Don E. Eidson distinguished himself by meritorious service while serving as NCOIC, HVAC/R, 51st Civil Engineer Squadron, 51st Mission Support Group, 51st Fighter Wing, Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea. During this period, Airman Eidson responded to a critical cooling outage affecting the base Network Control Center. His swift actions restored equipment cooling and prevented damage to the Control Center's five million dollar computer system. In addition, he led a team to investigate a dormitory's loss of heating and identified and replaced a broken hot water pump, restoring heat for 95 dorm residents in less than four hours. Finally, as a Damage Assessment Repair Team member, he responded to 21 facility damage injects which contributed to the 51st Fighter Wing earning an "Excellent" rating during the Pacific Air Forces Operational Readiness Inspection. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Eidson reflect credit upon himself, the 51st Civil Engineer Squadron and the United States Air Force.
Staff Sergeant Sean W. Jackson distinguished himself by meritorious service while serving as HVAC and Refrigeration Repairman, 433d Civil Engineer Squadron, 433d Mission Support Group, 433d Wing, Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. During this period, Sergeant Jackson demonstrated unmatched technical skills in planning and installing a 100,000 dollar Metasys Building Automation Control System, saving 80,000 dollars in installation costs and preventing future mission critical server failures. Additionally, he helped the 802d Civil Engineer Squadron plan a one million dollar HVAC building upgrade leading to the project being completed on time and 200,000 dollars under budget. Finally, his extensive HVAC experience led to his selection by Silver Flag personnel at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida to assist in training 15 Airmen on contingency operations equipment. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Jackson reflect credit upon himself, the 433d Civil Engineer Squadron, and the United States Air Force.
Staff Sergeant Christian A. Brewer distinguished himself by meritorious service as a Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Craftsman, 633d Civil Engineer Squadron, 633d Air Base Wing, Langley Air Force Base, Virginia. During this period, Sergeant Brewer repaired a boiler control circuit for the Langley Air Traffic Control tower, maintaining mission capabilities and preventing lost sorties due to freezing temperatures. Additionally, he identified and repaired a leaking gas main at the Langley Club, saving an estimated 3,000 dollars in lost utilities and averting a potential disaster. Further, he oversaw a mass overhaul of 35 billeting fan coil units, sustaining one hundred percent occupancy and saving 133,000 dollars in contractor costs. Finally, Sergeant Brewer installed a water regulator after normal duty hours for the LTA Chapel ensuring zero interruptions to worship services. The distinctive accomplishments of Staff Sergeant Brewer reflect credit upon himself, the 633d Civil Engineer Squadron and the United States Air Force.
Staff Sergent Benjamin G. Emmons distinguished himself by meritorious service while serving as Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Craftsman, 11th Civil Engineer Squadron, 11th Mission Support Group, 11th Wing, Bolling Air Force Base, District of Columbia. During this period, Sergeant Emmons's leadership proved invaluable as he led the HVAC shop's seasonal heating and air conditioning change over for 85 buildings. He supervised 18 crew members in successfully switching heating and air conditioning pumps, valves, and air handlers from cooling to heating 40 hours ahead of schedule, improving quality of life base wide. In addition, while deployed to Al Dhafra Air Base, United Arab Emirates, he evaluated an intermittent environmental control failure in the Network Control Center, identified the problem and repaired it, averting communication failure and protecting 7,000,000 dollars in network assets. The distinctive accomplishments of Staff Sergent Emmons reflect credit upon himself, the 11th Civil Engineer Squadron and the United States Air Force.
Staff Sergent Charles K Zeallear distinguished himself in the superior performance of his duties while serving as Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Craftsman, 35th Civil Engineer Squadron, 35th Mission Support Group, Misawa Air Base, Japan. In this important assignment, Sergeant Zeallear's outstanding leadership and devotion to duty were instrumental factors in the resolution of many problems of major importance to the Air Force. During Operation Tomadachi, he led the assessment of damage after Japan's 9.0 earthquake and revived 102 steam distribution systems, restoring heat to military family housing and 2,000 critical facilities. In addition, he oversaw the efforts of HVAC's emergency control center and completed over 150 earthquake related work orders in only three weeks, sustaining installation operations. Finally, he repaired a heat exchanger in the Misawa passenger terminal, allowing the Safe Haven evacuation of over 1,500 family members. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergent Zeallear reflect great credit upon himself, the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron and the United States Air Force.
Airman First Class Michael H. Lazarus distinguished himself by meritorious service while serving as Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Apprentice, 35th Civil Engineer Squadron, 35th Mission Support Group, Misawa Air Base, Japan. During this period, Airman Lazarus repaired an emergency landing package air conditioner, restoring air traffic control capabilities for the Japan Air Self Defense Force and the 35th Fighter Wing. Additionally, he installed 40 air conditioners in less than 14 days to support the bed down of 360 personnel, providing the foundation for the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing's first fighter mission. Moreover, Airman Lazarus installed an air handler shaft in the Misawa Security Operations Center, upgrading the air conditioner to support a state of the art C4 network. Finally, he repaired a split air conditioner unit in the Glodal Hawk hanger, facilitating 148 ISR missions for Operation Enduring Freedom. The distinctive accomplishments of Airman Lazarus reflect credit upon himself, the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron, and the United States Air Force.
Staff Sergeant Dylan N Quinones distinguished himself by outstanding achievement while assigned to the 51st Combat Communications Squadron, 5th Combat Communications Group, Robins Air Force Base, Georgia. In this important assignment, as the only Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning technician for the Blue Flag exercise, he led a 20-man team in building nine tents for the 9th Air Force's new Joint Task Force. In addition, he assisted the Power Production team in running two thousand feet of cable for the entire site, accelerating the availability of electrical power by fifty percent. Further, he repaired the HVAC system for the debrief facility and was recognized for his actions by Major General Franks. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Quinones reflect credit upon himself, the 51st Combat Communications Squadron and the United States Air Force.
Senior Airman Walter L. Kinsler distinguished himself by outstanding achievement while serving as Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Journeyman, 87th Civil Engineer Squadron, 87th Air Base Wing, McGuire Air Force Base, New Jersey. During this period, Airman Kinsler's superb mechanical abilities were instrumental during the timely completion of over one thousand work orders in support of more than sixty facilities despite being only fifty percent manned. Additionally, he performed over 500 hours of maintenance for the Recurring Work Program (RWP) on 160 million dollars of aging infrastructure at a 98 percent on time completion rate. Finally, while deployed, he repaired an ECU at an Army Patriot site that maintained critical system temperature control, restoring missile defense for the installation. The distinctive accomplishments of Airman Kinsler reflect credit upon himself, the 87th Civil Engineer Squadron and the United States Air Force.