445th AW May Spotlight performer Published May 8, 2012 By 445th Airlift Wing Public Affairs WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- Rank/Name Master Sgt. Anthony Shepherd Unit 445th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Duty Title Element Chief Hometown Mt. Sterling, Ky. Civilian Job Air Reserve Technician Education Pursuing an associate degree in applied science Career Goal To become superintendent of maintenance Hobbies Fishing and cars What do you like about working at the 445th? The people and the mission Why did you join the Air Force? I wanted to provide a better life for my family.