MOS 13W and MOS 13S merged to form MOS 13T, Surveyor/ Meteorological Crewmember. MOS 13W no longer exists.
- Demonstrated the ability to identify and overcome unfavorable weather conditions, resulting in adjusted mission schedules and safe completion of operations based on accurate assessments.
- Generated 88 weather products, equipping planners with critical forecast data to ensure comprehensive defensive mission coverage and support.
- Anticipated potential problems and personnel shortfalls, effectively delegating tasks and prioritizing troop welfare.
- Evaluated and distributed over 200 time-critical weather observations, promptly relaying rapid changes to Special Operations Forces (SOF) to facilitate winter operations.
- Represented Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 10th Army Air and Missile Defense Command, at the 5th Battalion, 7th Air Defense Artillery Soldier of the Month Board.
- Successfully managed the weather training program, coaching four forecasters to duty position certification, resulting in a 50% increase in combat readiness and expanded capability.
- Played an instrumental role in the planning and execution of schools, weapon ranges, and pre-deployment training requirements for four subordinate units within the Battalion.
- Led the weather section during four-day marches in Njymagen, Holland, motivating younger Soldiers to finish and bolstering esprit de corps.
- Volunteered for the unit Color Guard, providing support to the local community and the local Veterans of Foreign Wars on numerous occasions.
- Self-taught new RADAR software and educated a six-person weather cell, expediting the transition process while maintaining daily operational requirements.
- Demonstrated a driven professional mindset by enrolling in the National Weather Service Program, dedicating 40 hours to complete the course and becoming a certified observer.
- Assisted the Battle NCO in updating the DCO (Digital Common Operating Picture), providing situational awareness and informing all units of current weather updates and ongoing operations during EXEVAL (Exercise Evaluation).