Andrew Kepley is a senior at Newton High School pursuing a machine tech degree at Brooks Trade Center. He has 4 years of experience as a junior firefighter for Harvey County Fire District #1. Kepley also has over 6 years of experience as a service technician and assistant to owners at both E&V Motors and Appliance Service Center, where he performs general shop upkeep, works on automobiles and appliances, and assists on service calls. His skills include welding, operating lathes and mills, electrical and mechanical diagnosis, and heavy equipment operation.