403rd Army Field Support Brigade – Personality Spotlight: Sgt. 1st Class Justin Zamora

Photo By Galen Putnam | Sgt. 1st Class Justin Zamora, maintenance management noncommissioned officer, Logistics Readiness Center-Daegu, Camp Henry, South Korea.  

DAEGU, 27, SOUTH KOREA

01.26.2021

Story by Galen Putnam 

U.S. Army Sustainment Command

Hometown: Houston, Texas

How long have you been in this position? One year

How long have you been in the U.S. Army? 15 years

Tell us about your job and what you do: I manage maintenance for tactical and non-tactical vehicles, construction equipment, ground support equipment, weapons, and other military items. I also direct, plan, coordinate, and supervise all phases of maintenance operations, including production control and Class 4 supply operations.

What other positions have you held in the Army? Battalion motor sergeant, motor sergeant, AIT instructor at Fort Lee, Virginia, movement control NCO, assistant commandant for Multi-National Force, mechanic.

You were recently recognized by the Camp Walker USO for your volunteer efforts. What did you receive? The President’s Volunteer Service Award – Gold Medallion, and a letter of congratulations from President Trump.

How many volunteer hours have you logged at the USO? 851 hours

Why do you volunteer at the USO? I volunteer because it is a good way to meet people in the community. I believe it is a good way of staying healthy by having a sense of purpose, positive emotions, and it is fun.

What would you say to those who might be considering volunteering at the USO or elsewhere? Volunteers are always needed. Wherever you go, there are always opportunities to lend a hand. Volunteering can be a very rewarding experience. I encourage anyone considering volunteering, to check out the opportunities in their area. A good place to start would be Army Community Service or the Red Cross. There are other places as well. Like I said, there are always agencies looking for assistance.

Since 1941, the USO has been the nation’s leading organization to serve the men and women in the U.S. military, and their families, throughout their time in uniform. From the moment they join, through their assignments and deployments, and as they transition back to their communities, the USO is always by their side.
Today’s USO continuously adapts to the needs of our men and women in uniform and their families, so they can focus on their very important mission. We operate USO centers at or near military installations across the United States and throughout the world, including in combat zones, and even un-staffed USO service sites in places too dangerous for anyone but combat troops to occupy.
USO airport centers throughout the country offer around-the clock hospitality for traveling service members and their families. Our trademark USO tours bring America and its celebrities to service members who are assigned far from home, to entertain them and convey the support of the nation. And our many specialized programs offer a continuum of support to service members throughout their journey of service, from the first time they don the uniform until the last time they take it off.
The USO is not part of the federal government. A congressionally chartered, private organization, the USO relies on the generosity of individuals, organizations and corporations to support its activities, and is powered by a family of volunteers to accomplish our mission of connection.

• Date Taken: 01.26.2021
• Date Posted: 01.25.2021 21:43
• Story ID: 387593
• Location: DAEGU, 27, KR