【軍傳媒／從軍我驕傲】在每座空軍基地中，除了翱翔天際的軍用飛機，地面上還有一支無聲卻關鍵的後勤支援團隊。駐守於空軍第五戰術混合聯隊第五基勤大隊設施中隊的林為安中士，正是這群地勤人員的一員，負責駕駛各式重型機具，默默守護著戰機能順利升空的每一刻。
來自宜蘭的林為安，出身一般家庭，父母皆任職於民間企業，兄姊是工程師，弟弟則服務於救護單位。她踏入軍旅的契機，來自高中畢業前學長姊的經驗分享。五位空軍與兩位海軍的學長姐回校演講，再加上教官的引導說明，讓她決定投身軍旅，開啟不同的人生道路。
有別於許多軍人科系出身，林為安高中唸的是建築科，因而選擇與專業背景較接近的「工兵類」軍職。雖然進入目前單位是抽籤分發，但她沒有因此退縮，反而更加努力。從志願役士兵做起，三年後透過「兵轉士」制度成為士官，薪資與福利也有所提升。至今，她已走過軍旅生涯的第六個年頭。談及當初決定從軍時的家庭反應，母親一度強烈反對，認為這條路辛苦又艱難，父親則給予全力支持。
回憶新訓階段，第一次打靶、第一次戰鬥教練、第一次投擲手榴彈的經驗，都是她蛻變的起點。雖然當初體能薄弱、毫無駕駛經驗，但靠著同袍互助與單位幹部耐心教導，加上部隊提供免費考照輔導、練習機具與場地，讓她一步步走上專業之路。林為安感慨地說，這些在外界需花費高額學費才能習得的技能，在軍中只要願意學習，資源配套一應俱全。
目前擔任維修分隊機械班駕駛士的她，已考取堆高機、重型裝土機等多項證照，為未來人生鋪設另一層保障。每天的工作由跑道外物預防清掃（FOD）展開，駕駛大型清掃車巡掃主跑道，運用磁鐵與吸附裝置，排除任何可能傷害飛機引擎的異物與碎石。
除了清晨的例行任務，她還需駕駛各式機具支援營區內的各單位，從修整樹木、協助堆高機裝卸作業，到臨時的跑滑道搶修任務，確保戰機能在安全條件下起降。維修分隊工作繁重，極需人力支援，因此新進人員必須完成13週的專業訓練並通過嚴格考核。訓練過程以實作為主，從操作中累積經驗並建立專業技能。由於單位操作設備多為油動液壓車、空調車與大型千斤頂等高風險重機具，所有操作都嚴格遵守標準作業流程（SOP），不容疏忽。
林為安說，自己雖然只是軍中一顆小螺絲釘，但每一分努力都是為了整體機制的順利運轉。她也立下目標，要在軍中服務滿20年，同時持續考取更多專業證照，為未來的人生增添保障。
提及從軍的心得，她帶著靦腆的微笑表示，軍旅生活讓她在身心方面皆有明顯成長，不僅擁有穩定的收入，也遇見了人生伴侶，打破了過去對自我的設限。她認為，對於正在思考未來方向的年輕人來說，從軍是個值得認真考慮的選項。
At every air base, beyond the military aircraft soaring through the skies, there is a quiet yet indispensable logistics support team on the ground. Staff Sergeant Lin Wei-An, assigned to the Facilities Squadron of the 5th Base Maintenance Group, 5th Tactical Composite Wing of the Air Force, is one of these unsung ground crew members. As an operator of various heavy vehicles and machinery, she works behind the scenes to ensure that aircraft can take off safely at every critical moment.
Originally from Yilan, Lin comes from an ordinary family. Her parents work in the private sector, her older siblings are engineers, and her younger brother serves in emergency medical services. Her decision to join the military was sparked shortly before graduating from high school, when senior students returned to share their experiences. Five Air Force and two Navy alumni gave talks at her school, and with additional guidance from instructors, she chose to embark on a military career, opening a very different path in life.
Unlike many service members who come from military-focused academic backgrounds, Lin studied architecture in high school and therefore selected an engineering-related military specialty. Although her assignment to the current unit was determined by a lottery system, she did not shy away from the challenge. Starting as an enlisted volunteer, she advanced to the non-commissioned officer ranks three years later through the enlisted-to-NCO promotion program, gaining improved pay and benefits. She is now in her sixth year of military service. Reflecting on her family’s reaction at the time, Lin recalls that her mother initially opposed the decision, concerned about the hardship of military life, while her father offered unwavering support.
Looking back on basic training, Lin describes her first live-fire exercise, first combat training, and first hand-grenade throw as pivotal moments of transformation. Despite initially lacking physical strength and having no driving experience, she progressed through the support of her fellow service members and the patient instruction of unit leaders. The military also provided free certification training, access to equipment, and practice facilities, enabling her to steadily build professional competence. Lin notes that skills which would require substantial tuition in civilian life are fully supported within the military, as long as one is willing to learn.
Currently serving as a driver in the Mechanical Section of the Maintenance Squadron, Lin has obtained certifications for forklifts, heavy loaders, and other equipment, laying an additional foundation for her future. Her daily duties begin with Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention, operating large runway sweepers to patrol the main runway. Using magnetic and suction systems, she removes debris and gravel that could potentially damage aircraft engines.
Beyond the early-morning routine, she also operates various machines to support units across the base—trimming trees, assisting with loading and unloading operations, and responding to urgent runway and taxiway repair tasks—to ensure aircraft can take off and land safely. Maintenance squadrons face heavy workloads and a constant demand for manpower, requiring new personnel to complete 13 weeks of specialized training and pass rigorous evaluations. The training emphasizes hands-on practice, building experience and professional skill through real operations. As the unit frequently operates high-risk equipment such as hydraulic vehicles, air-conditioning units, and large jacks, all tasks must strictly adhere to standard operating procedures, leaving no room for error.
Lin says that although she may be just a small cog in the military machine, every effort she makes contributes to the smooth functioning of the entire system. She has set a personal goal of serving 20 years in the military while continuing to earn additional professional certifications to strengthen her future prospects.
When asked about her reflections on military life, Lin smiles shyly and says that her service has brought significant growth both physically and mentally. In addition to a stable income, she has also met her life partner, breaking through previous self-imposed limitations. In her view, for young people who are still considering their future direction, joining the military is an option well worth serious consideration.