Recognizing Veterans
Eric Downer
Mr. Downer is Chief Engineer aboard the M/V Matanuska with the Alaska Marine Highway System. He is the head of Engineering for the M/V Matanuska (currently assigned), and is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and proper operation of the Engineering and other equipment onboard.
Mr. Downer served in the WA Army National Guard from 1991-1993. Co.A, 3rd Battalion/161st Infrantry Regiment. He obtained rank of Specilaist 4th/E-4.
Mr. Downer served in the United States Coast Guard from 1993-2000. He served on the High Endurance Cutter, Polar Icebreaker, 82ft. Patrold Boat and 87ft. Patrol Boat. He obtained rank of Machinery Technician 2nd Class/E-5.
Awards include:
- USCG Commendation Medal
- USCG Arctic Service Medal
- Antarctica Service Medal with gold star
- Commandant's Letter of Commendation ribbon with gold star
- Good Conduct Medal
- USCG Merritorious Team Commendation
- USCG "E" Ribbon
- National Defense Service Medal
- Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal
- Humanitarian Service Medal
- USCG Sea Service Ribbon with silver and gold star
- USCG Basic Training Honor Graduate
Contact
Office of the Commissioner
(907) 465-3900
dot.veterans@alaska.gov