Tough Jobs with the 7th Civil Engineer Squadron: Fire Department

This photo story series highlights the variety of jobs performed by the 7th Civil Engineer Squadron. Though 7 CES jobs are often underappreciated, they all play a vital and critical role in accomplishing 7th Bomb Wing and Air Force missions. (U.S. Air Force Photo Illustration by Airman 1st Class Katherine Miller)

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Tough Jobs with the 7th Civil Engineer Squadron: Fire Department

U.S Air Force Senior Airman Stepfon Williams, 7th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Prevention journeyman, conducts a vehicle check on a fire engine at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, May 22, 2017. The fire prevention team is charged with controlling and preventing fires on all Dyess facilities including: base housing, dorms, squadron buildings and aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Katherine Miller)

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Tough Jobs with the 7th Civil Engineer Squadron

From left to right, U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Clements Dorsey, 7th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Prevention craftsman, and Staff Sgt. Jared Weeks 7th Civil Engineering Squadron Fire Prevention crew chief, participate in a group-training exercise at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, May 22, 2017. In addition to using water to extinguish fires, firefighters may use foam to prevent the fire from getting oxygen, resulting in the suppression of the fire. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Katherine Miller)

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Tough Jobs with the 7th Civil Engineer Squadron: Fire Department

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Anthony Bacoat, 7th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Prevention journeyman, assists in a training scenario on a B-1B Lancer at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, May 22, 2017. Fire Prevention Airmen spend an average of six hours per shift accomplishing training. In addition to training given by leadership for Airmen in upgrade training, the Air Force passes down mandatory monthly training which must be accomplished by every Airman. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Katherine Miller)

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Tough Jobs with the 7th Civil Engineer Squadron: Fire Department

A firefighter’s helmet sits in a locker bay at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, May 22, 2017. Members of the 7th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Prevention Team are split into two teams which change shifts every 24 hours – all year round. They are the first responders for all emergency situations such as: fires, car accidents and medical emergencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Katherine Miller)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jared Weeks, 7th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Prevention craftsman, dons the necessary protective equipment during a group-training exercise at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, May 22, 2017. Firefighters are required to wear a fire-retardant suit as well as a breathing apparatus which provides oxygen while working in smoke-filled areas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Katherine Miller)

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U.S Air Force Staff Sgt. Kevin Wiltrout, 7th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Prevention craftsman, gives a briefing prior to a group-training exercise at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, May 22, 2017. The briefing explained possible scenarios and hazards the firefighters may encounter if an aircraft catches fire, and how to extinguish it safely. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Katherine Miller)

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U.S Air Force Staff Sgt. Kevin Wiltrout, 7th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Prevention craftsman, opens a panel on the B-1B Lancer during a group-training exercise at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, May 22, 2017. Firefighters must become familiar with the possible ways to safely and successfully evacuate aircrew from an aircraft in the event of a fire. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Katherine Miller)

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Tough Jobs with the 7th Civil Engineer Squadron: Fire Department

Published May 25, 2017
By Airman 1st Class Katherine Miller
7th Bomb Wing

DYESS AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- This photo story series highlights the variety of jobs performed by the 7th Civil Engineer Squadron. Though 7 CES jobs are often underappreciated, they all play a vital and critical role in accomplishing 7th Bomb Wing and Air Force missions. (U.S. Air Force Photo Illustration by Airman 1st Class Katherine Miller)