127 Years of Family Serving Family: Aubrey Bartlett, Systems Administrator, HQ
One in a series honoring the Exchange’s 127 years of family serving family.
Who he is: Aubrey Bartlett, systems administrator, Exchange HQ
Years with the Exchange: 15 years
What brought him to the Exchange: “My mom worked in IT, and she retired as a store manager at the Fort Gillem main store in Georgia,” Bartlett said.
Where he’s worked: Fort Gillem; Dobbins AFB; and HQ since 2011.
What he did at first: “I originally started working at the Class Six at Fort Gillem where the Atlanta Distribution Center was,” he said. When Fort Gillem closed, Bartlett relocated to Dobbins Air Reserve Base to begin his IT career.
“I was part of the base closure, so relocating became a reality,” he said. “I knew opportunities to move up with the Exchange were good, so I pushed myself toward IT and became the computer operator at Dobbins.”
What he does now: Systems administrator at HQ. “As a systems administrator, I monitor and install software,” Bartlett said.
Memorable moment: “Being out in the field was most memorable for me,” he said. “It always felt nice seeing the customers smile when I was able to help them.”
Best part of the job: “Meeting the challenges and solving problems are the satisfying parts of my job in IT,” Bartlett said.
Family serving family: “We take care of each other as a team as well as those who serve,” he said.
Love. I’m so thankful for the opportunities Aubrey has had with the Exchange. The best company to work for. I’m proud for all the things The Exchange does for our men and women in uniform and the great staff who makes it all happen. May The Exchange continue to prosper. Love and prayers for Aubrey and his family. One proud Mom
I knew Aubury when he was just a kid ( I was retirement age) he always worked hard at his job and was always willing to help others if need be .He helped resolve a Mechanical issue with my SUV. It turned out the fuel pump.had went bad and he helped troubleshoot it By going underneath it. I called for a tow to have it taken to my repair place. I was kind of embarrassed as I spent 29 years a turbo prop tech in the AF Reserve . I had troubleshoot many fuel pumps and regulators on a windy cold\hot rain /sunshine snow and ice in my day but Aubrey found the problem fast . That’s the type of young man he was and I’m sure still is . he is worth keeping on our AAFES team.. A true Wing men .
Dale Meeks
Warehouse Manager Robbins ARB Main Store