CE 30 Under 30: A1C Josue D.J. Velazquez [Image 8 of 17]

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES

08.22.2023

Courtesy Photo

Headquarters Air Force, Office of the Director of Civil Engineers

Squadron: 81st Civil Engineer Squadron
Base: Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi
Nominated by: Lt Col Nicholas Thomas

A1C Josue D.J. Velazquez exemplifies what is expected of an AF Civil Engineer. During his time at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, Velazquez has responded to more than 200 emergency calls including vehicle accidents, smoke and fire alarm activations, and medical incidents. As a first responder on a medical emergency for a civilian struck by a forklift, Velazquez quickly and expertly managed a severed leg with arterial bleeding by stabilizing and packaging the patient. His actions supported an expedited air transport to an Advanced Medical Center. Velazquez also showed quick and decisive decision-making skills during a food truck fire. He assessed the external hazards and located the origin of the fire and extinguished the blaze, saving the $35,000 vehicle and nearby critical structures. Velazquez’s selfless dedication to serving his community is exhibited by volunteering over 70 hours with the Air Force Sergeants Association, Fire Prevention Week, and local outreach organizations. His ethos of hard work, yearning for improvement, and dedication to service exemplifies what it means to be a Civil Engineer and led to his selection to Senior Airman Below the Zone for the 81st Training Wing.

• Date Taken: 08.22.2023
• Date Posted: 08.22.2023 20:50
• Photo ID: 7985247
• VIRIN: 230822-F-TE524-1105
• Resolution: 477x720
• Size: 47.08 KB
• Location: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, US