SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. -- SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C.- The Weasel of the Week series asks Shaw AFB heroes, experts, and all-around great Airmen to share their likes, dislikes, Air Force spirit and personalities.
Where did you go for technical training?
I went to tech school at the Mission Ready Contracting Officer Course at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio.
What is the most fun part of your job?
Spending other peoples’ money.
How would you describe a normal day, good/bad?
A good day is spent playing golf.
Also, here is a bonus quote: “Be patient. Sometimes you have to go through the worst to get to the best.” –Karen Salmansohn
How long have you been at Shaw?
I have been here 10 months.
What is the most stressful part of your job?
Watching Lt. Chris (Trotter) manage the stress of his job.
What is your favorite sport? Team?
College football, the Penn State Nittany Lions.
What is in your cargo pocket?
Tater tots.
What is one word that describes how you lead?
One word I would use is “motivating.”
What is one Air Force resource you found that is incredibly beneficial?
The food court in the Base Exchange.
What is one thing you wish you would have known as a first term Airman?
How to get into the door to my squadron with a passcode the first day I arrived.
What’s your outlook mailbox look like?
Very organized- we are talking folders, we are talking subfolders, we are talking follow ups.
What is one thing you wish people knew about your job?
Do not wait until the last minute to spend money or put in a purchase request.
What is your least favorite task and how do you make sure you get it done?
Doing the dishes. I make sure I get it done by running out of dishes and/or other options.
What is one app/AF resource/base service you cannot live without?
I cannot live without finance.