Pictured is Eric Guzman at Ventura County Fire Station 28 in Piru.

Courtesy Eric Wreesman

I would like to share a story about a local young man who has achieved his goal of serving his community in a firefighting capacity.

Eric Guzman, 24, born and raised in Piru, set a goal to become a Fireman as a young kid. When Eric was 16, he became a Fire Cadet with the Ventura County Fire Department at Fire Station 27 in Fillmore, and excelled in the program with his strong work ethic and character.

Eric continued as a Fire Explorer as the program evolved, and never took his foot off the gas as he progressed. He became an ambulance operator with the Glendale Fire Department, eventually obtaining his paramedic license and continued on his path of hard work and dedication.

At the age of 23, Eric achieved his dream of becoming a Fireman for the Ventura County Fire Department. This was his dream not only because it’s where he started as a Fire Cadet, but also the community he grew up in his entire life.
Today Eric works as Paramedic Fireman and continues still to keep his foot on the gas, bettering himself every day, and providing the highest level of service for his community. Eric is proud to live and work in his community, serving in this capacity.

Now that he has obtained his paramedic certification with the County of Ventura, Eric is able to work shifts at Medic Engine 28 in Piru, just blocks away from where he grew up.
Great Job, Eric! Keep up the great work and thank you for serving your community.