KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Matthew Kramer, a native of Colorado Springs, Colorado and 8th Civil Engineer Squadron heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration non-commissioned officer in charge, was awarded the 8th Fighter Wing’s Pride of the Pack for the week of July 13 - 17 for reinstating cooling for the 8th Operational Support Squadron Operations Center, ensuring optimal working conditions for 157 personnel across five sections, while enabling the support to generate 4,900 flight hours and 5,300 sorties.
As an HVAC NCOIC, Kramer replaced three broken distribution valves to supply vital equipment cooling to 8th Communication Squadron network facilities worth $55 million, ensuring continuous network accessibility. His efforts led to receiving a letter of appreciation from the 8 CS commander.
He also co-led the training of 200 medics on contingency air conditioning equipment, advancing the Expeditionary Medical Support Unit Type Code bed down and extending trauma care to 3,000 patients.
Furthermore, Kramer partnered with Public Affairs to launch a mold mitigation campaign, creating an educational video to preserve quality of life for 2,900 Airmen residing in Pacific Air Force’s largest unaccompanied housing annex.
Finally, he drove the completion of the $36,000 Radar project, upgrading three cooling units to protect the $3.5 million radio equipment.
Thank you, Tech. Sgt. Kramer, for your outstanding leadership and dedication to the Wolf Pack mission. Congratulations on being this week’s Pride of the Pack!