RICK WHITE
Altus,OK
Summary
Results-driven logistics and deployment professional with over 12 years of U.S. Air Force experience as a 2T3X1 Mission Generation Vehicular Equipment Maintenance Specialist. Proven expertise in deployment operations, personnel and equipment readiness, quality assurance, inspections, after-action analysis, and implementation of accountability systems (DPAS/ELMS). Served in progressive leadership roles within a Logistics Readiness Squadron, including five deployments in support of contingency operations and technical guidance on contingency programs. Currently serving as a WG-08 Automotive Worker in the same 97th Logistics Readiness Squadron, maintaining direct continuity in vehicle maintenance, deployment planning, and readiness support. Disabled veteran with active Secret clearance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
97th Logistics Readiness Squadron
Automotive Worker, WG-08 (40 hours per week)
Altus, OK
10.2023 - Current
- Serves as Primary Program Monitor for the 244 Equipment Program, overseeing accountability, maintenance tracking, and readiness reporting to support squadron mission generation and operational requirements.
- Trains and mentors Airmen on vehicle maintenance procedures and operational tasks, preparing them for both CONUS operations and deployment readiness.
- Leverages prior NCO experience to support Airmen with pre-deployment readiness, including equipment accountability, documentation, and contingency preparation.
- Diagnoses and repairs military and commercial vehicles to sustain mission generation capability and operational readiness.
- Serves as a primary technical resource for mechanics and leadership on vehicle maintenance processes and complex troubleshooting.
- Maintains and updates equipment records in ELMS (DPAS), ensuring accurate accountability and readiness data essential for deployment planning and execution.
- Supports the squadron’s contingency and deployment programs through reliable equipment maintenance, deployment planning, training, and thorough documentation.
- Maintains active Secret security clearance while delivering consistent vehicle maintenance and operational readiness support for a fleet of over 370 assets, directly contributing to unit deployment preparedness.
97th Logistics Readiness Squadron
United States Air Force – SSgt (E-5), 2T3X1
Altus, OK
01.2014 - 04.2020
- Progressed through multiple leadership roles supporting squadron contingency, deployment, and logistics operations, including NCOIC of Customer Service and NCOIC of Fire Truck & Refueling Maintenance.
- Served as Quality Assurance Evaluator, evaluating operations to ensure compliance and improve unit readiness and performance.
- Member of the Wing Inspection Team — planned, executed, and documented multiple exercises and prepared after-action reports to assess and enhance unit readiness.
- Oversaw MICT checklist compliance, supporting readiness documentation and internal control processes.
- Deployed twice in support of contingency operations; performed Material Control duties during one deployment and successfully implemented the deployed location’s DPAS Warehouse system, becoming the recognized subject matter expert across the AOR and Europe.
- Provided technical guidance to senior leadership on maintenance processes, equipment accountability, and logistics support to improve personnel and equipment readiness.
- SSgt (E-5), Honorable Discharge, April 2020, 2T3X1
819th REDHORSE Squadron
United States Air Force
Malmstrom, MT
07.2008 - 12.2013
- Served in a rapid-deployable heavy repair squadron with primary focus on deployment operations and readiness.
- Completed three deployments, each preceded by Combat Skills Training and full pre-deployment preparation.
- Completed Escalation of Force and Evasion Course (ECAC) in 2013.
- Supported a NORTHCOM tasking with FEMA for natural disaster response (2011–2012), including specialized training.
- Developed expertise in deployment planning, personnel readiness, and equipment accountability in austere environments.
- Oversaw the vehicle maintenance Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) program, managing receipt, storage, issuance, and disposal of hazardous substances supporting over 150 vehicles and pieces of equipment; ensured full compliance with AFI 32-7086, EPA, OSHA, and DoD hazardous cargo transportation requirements while conducting inspections, maintaining documentation, and training personnel to sustain deployment readiness.
- Promoted to SSgt (E-5) on October 1, 2013
Education
DPAS And DPAS Warehouse Systems Training
07-2018
Quality Assurance Evaluator Training
03-2015
Wing Inspection Team (WIT)
Procedures and Reporting Training03-2015
NCO Academy (NCOA)
10-2016
Escalation of Force and Evasion Course (ECAC)
01-2013
Airman Leadership School (ALS)
03-2012
U.S. Air Force Basic Military Training and Technical School (2T3X1)
01-2008
Combat Skills Training (Completed three times)
Skills
- Deployment operations & readiness programs
- Personnel & equipment accountability (DPAS/ELMS)
- Quality assurance & inspections (MICT, Wing Inspection Team)
- Technical guidance & analysis for leadership
- Supervisory leadership (NCOIC roles)
- Vehicle maintenance & diagnostics (2T3X1)
- Compliance & documentation
- Training & mentoring
- Problem-solving & process improvement
- Secret clearance
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Air Force Commendation Medal, Air Force Achievement Medal (4), Navy Achievement Medal
- Active Secret Security Clearance
- Disabled Veteran (preference claimed)
Timeline
97th Logistics Readiness Squadron
Automotive Worker, WG-08 (40 hours per week)
10.2023 - Current
97th Logistics Readiness Squadron
United States Air Force – SSgt (E-5), 2T3X1
01.2014 - 04.2020
819th REDHORSE Squadron
United States Air Force
07.2008 - 12.2013
DPAS And DPAS Warehouse Systems Training
Quality Assurance Evaluator Training
Wing Inspection Team (WIT)
NCO Academy (NCOA)
Escalation of Force and Evasion Course (ECAC)
Airman Leadership School (ALS)
U.S. Air Force Basic Military Training and Technical School (2T3X1)
Combat Skills Training (Completed three times)