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    Photo By Lance Cpl. Andrea Cleopatra Dickerson | As an automotive organizational mechanic with Marine Tactical Air Command Squadron 28,...... read more read more

    CHERRY POINT, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES

    07.25.2012

    Story by Lance Cpl. Andrea Cleopatra Dickerson 

    II Marine Expeditionary Force   

    CHERRY POINT, N.C. - As an automotive organizational mechanic with Marine Tactical Air Command Squadron 28, Sgt. Adam G. Woods inspects, maintains and repairs motor transport equipment.

    He said he takes his job seriously and feels his versatility and ability make him a commodity in the squadron.

    Qualified to fix his unit’s 7-ton trucks and Humvee’s, Woods also performs maintenance on variants of the MK48, an eight-wheel all terrain vehicle introduced into Marine Corps service in the mid 1980s.

    While being proficient at his job functions, Woods also takes on the responsibilities and duties as a platoon sergeant for his unit. He accounts for the well-being of 33 Marines. He says he enjoys the challenge the position brings and welcomes the increased responsibility.

    “Sgt. Woods is a good mechanic and a good non-commissioned officer,” said Woods’ chief, Gunnery Sgt. Jorge E. Carrillo. “He knows how to lead.”

    "The best part of my job is the daily interaction i have with the Marines," said woods. "I love being able to teach them the tricks of the trade

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    Date Taken: 07.25.2012
    Date Posted: 07.25.2012 16:56
    Story ID: 92146
    Location: CHERRY POINT, NORTH CAROLINA, US

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