21st TSC Hero of the Week, Sgt. Trevor Ortelt

Meet Sgt. Trevor Ortelt, an 11B Infantryman with Task Force Gator, Kosovo Force 36, Area Support Group Balkans. Sgt. Ortelt serves as the Regional Command-East commander’s driver and is always prompt with ensuring vehicle and load plans are ready for all the commander’s trips, even when timelines change. Earlier this month, Sgt. Ortelt conducted an evasive maneuver to avoid being followed after noticing a potential tail. His quick thinking and ability to work under pressure served to protect both the commander and KFOR’s mission.
Photo by Sarah Ridenour