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Name: Tech. Sgt. Chuck Wortman

Unit:
606th Air Control Squadron

Duty title: Independent duty medical technician

Hometown: Cortez, Colo.

Years in Service: 13 years

Why joined: I wanted a career and the ability to pay for college

Family: Married for 12 years to Jennifer; 1-year-old daughter, Marti and 6-year-old son, Alex

Hobbies: Sports, playing guitar and traveling

Favorite aspect of job: Helping people! If you can stay humble, there is a lot you can do as an IDMT.

Most memorable AF experience: Being selected as the Air Force IDMT of the Year was pretty special.

How do you make responsible choices:
I don't take anything for granted and that starts by not taking unnecessary risks. Also, I won't drive even if I have had one drink--it's just not worth it.