United States Air Force Employee Reviews for Section Chief

"Everything is all in what you make of it. It can be great or horrible it is really up to the person and how they act or react to certain situations."

"Currently serving as a USAF Senior Non-commissioned Officer at Joint Base Lewis-McChord for the 327th Civil Engineer Squadron, Water/Fuels Systems Maintenance Section Chief. Experience spans over 23+ years in Civil Engineering policies, compliance directives, operation practices, management analyst, construction techniques, real estate and building maintenance, personnel safety, work force productivity, material acquisition, logistical support, facility management, and service contract oversight. Military-trained professional with a keen attention to detail and an analytical mind, continually finding ways to improve the overall operations of the organization. Directed new construction projects, renovations, alterations, maintenance repairs, work force and production, customer focal point, service call, Unit Control Center operations, and natural disaster/base recovery activities. In-depth technical skills dealing with interior/exterior plumbing, natural gas systems, facility fire protection systems, industrial and commercial systems and appliances, water and wastewater treatment, and swimming pools and spas systems; all for government facilities and housing/tower structures. Track record of identifying redundancies, recommending organizational changes and maximizing resources to streamline operations."

What do you like about working at United States Air Force?

"I like the camaraderie and serving my country with such distinction over the past 20 years."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"My only tip is to work hard and live our core values of integrity first, service for self, and excellence in all we do."

What don't you like about working at United States Air Force?

"I have no regrets or dislikes. Yes, the hours and time away from my family have produced their challenges. However, the lessons I have learned, experiences I have had, and the people I have worked with have all been worth it."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"As I am part of that management team I can only say that we need to work more closely together to lift up and develop our subordinates."

What do you like about working at United States Air Force?

"The honor of defending my country, the opportunity to travel abroad, the benefits, the great experiences, the challenging work, the structure, the good times and the hard times that help me build character and learn my skills and potential."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Learn all you can about the organization and try to determine if it is right for you."

What don't you like about working at United States Air Force?

"Our nation's security demands a lot from our military members, including safety, long work hours and responsibilities."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Strive to provide your staff with the training, the tools and the techniques necessary to succeed in such challenging environment."