Warren Warrior of the Week Published Feb. 10, 2012 By 90th Missile Wing Public Affairs F. E. WARREN AIR FORCE BASE, Wyo. -- Warren Warrior of the Week Tech. Sgt. William M. Shepherd II Unit: 90th Civil Engineer Squadron Job/Duty title: Structural Supervisor/Contracting Officer Representative Job description and mission impact: I serve a critical and vital role in assuring contractors meet the performance requirements of the contract in terms of cost, quality, quantity, schedule and cost/price. I also observe, document and communicate contractor performance to both the contracting officers and contractor. Accomplishments: Acquired Associates Degree of Construction Technology through the Community College of the Air Force Degree while maintaining a 3.75 grade-point average Chairman of Laramie County Community College's Roteract Committee Completed Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education Base/community involvement: Organized Cheyenne's AIM (Appreciates Its Military) Foundation Thanksgiving lunch/dinner; served 3,000 local military veterans and community members; presided over first and fourth quarter Airman's Board at the squadron and wing levels Time in military/government employment: 11 years Time at Warren: Three years Hometown: Montgomery, AL. Hobbies: Camping, fishing, and any other events or activities that allow me to spend as much time with my wife and kids as possible. Why did you join the military/reasons for government service? I have always admired U.S. veterans. Their sense of pride, belonging, sacrifice, and commitment is unbelievable. I humble myself to these men and woman. To become one of them and share these character traits is an honor that I will always hold near and dear to my heart. Where do you see yourself in 10 years? I see myself completing my MBA in Project Management while continuing to achieve my goal of reaching the top three percent of our enlisted force, chief master sergeant! What do you do for fun here? I get outdoors and travel as much as possible with my family What's your favorite work experience? Working as a Saber Construction Inspector at Keesler Air Force Base, Miss., following Hurricane Katrina. Being the person responsible for coordinating the largest military construction project in Air Force history valued at $350 million and replacing 26 miles of parameter fencing was the best project I have experienced at a single base. Who are your role models? Waylon Jennings, General George Patton, Johnny Cash, Douglas MacArthur, and my wife Lacie.