Tough Jobs with the 7th Civil Engineer Squadron: Operations Flight

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: Operations Flight

U.S Air Force Senior Airman Jesus H. Hernandez, 7th Civil Engineer Squadron Electrical Power Production journeymen, repair a generator at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, June 1, 2017. Electrical Airmen are responsible for a ensuring all generators on the base are functional at all times in the event a power outage occurs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Katherine Miller)

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Tough Jobs with the 7th Civil Engineer Squadron: Operations Flight

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jesus H. Hernandez, 7th Civil Engineer Squadron Electrical Power Production journeyman, reinstalls new wiring to a diesel-powered generator at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, June 1, 2017. In addition to fixing issues, electrical Airmen also ensure electrical systems are running efficiently by scheduling tests on equipment quarterly. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Katherine Miller)

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Tough Jobs with the 7th Civil Engineer Squadron: Operations Flight

U.S Air Force Senior Airman Gary Witherow, 7th Civil Engineer Squadron pavements and heavy equipment operator journeymen, assists in cutting pavement to gain access to a damaged water pipe at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, June 6, 2017. Pavement and heavy equipment operator Airmen use a variety of equipment and tools to repair and maintain Dyess’ roads, drainage systems and fencing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Katherine Miller)

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Tough Jobs with the 7th Civil Engineer Squadron: Operations Flight

U.S Air Force Senior Airman Avery Shaw, 7th Civil Engineer Squadron pavements and heavy equipment operator journeyman operates a backhoe to dig a trench for a pipe at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, June 6, 2017. The “Dirt Boyz” are on-call 24/7, 365 days a year in the event an emergency repair is needed on any of Dyess’ roads, drainage systems or fencing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Katherine Miller)

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Tough Jobs with the 7th Civil Engineer Squadron: Operations Flight

A plow monument reading “7 CES DIRT BOYZ” is located at the 7th Civil Engineer Squadron at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, June 6, 2017. Pavements and heavy equipment Airmen of the 7th CES are often referred to as the “Dirt Boyz” due to their constant presence in dirty situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Katherine Miller

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From left to right, Sam Lucas and U.S Air Force Staff. Sgt. Coleman Ballard 7th Civil Engineer structures craftsman, repair and replace a hangar door motor at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, June 7, 2017. Structures Airmen are responsible for fixing and maintaining a majority of interior structures, such as: hangar doors, ceiling tiles and walls. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Katherine Miller)

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Tough Jobs with the 7th Civil Engineer Squadron: Operations Flight

Published June 19, 2017
By Airman 1st Class Katherine Miller
7th Bomb Wing Public Affairs

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)