While assigned as a wheeled vehicle mechanic in the 154th Composite Truck Company, SPC Ford repaired, assembled, and serviced over 350 vehicles to include HMMWVs, LMTVs, PLSs, HETs, and HEMTTs. His dedication to the mission's success directly contributed to the completion of over 500 services. He flawlessly troubleshot mechanical and electrical problems that arose without hesitations, which contributed to the unit maintaining over a 90% operational readiness rate. SPC Ford served as the company's Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS) representative, extending his influence through assisting the 553D Combat Sustainment Support Battalion in organizing five events. He volunteered over 50 hours planning, networking, and executing events