SAN DIEGO - Petty Officer 3rd Class Luis Trejo, a native of Longmont, Colorado, serves in the U.S. Navy with Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC) in San Diego, California.
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Trejo graduated from Skyline High School in 2014.
Trejo joined the Navy three years ago. Today, Trejo serves as a hospital corpsman.
“While I was in college, I met several Navy veterans who were getting free education for military service,” said Trejo. "They would tell me their stories about traveling the world and going on many adventures on a ship. That alone interested me and sparked something inside to join the U.S. Navy. I simply joined the Navy for the adventures, and I discovered that the Navy would provide me with much more, such as training in medicine, furthering my education, traveling to many countries and cities, housing for me and my family, retirement plan, reliable healthcare, facilities, etc."
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Longmont.
“Growing up, I learned that humility and respect will get you the furthest in life,” said Trejo. "In a small town like Longmont, everyone knows everyone. Neighbors become like family, and trust is the foundation of every relationship. So, you always need to put your best foot forward and take the initiative to do what needs to be done. Longmont always has a strong sense of community, where neighbors unite to support and lift one another up. Growing up, I witnessed how neighbors would unite to tackle community issues and uplift one another. So that has always stuck with me, and I always try to be part of the community wherever I go and chip in to make it a better place however I can."
According to Navy officials, NMRTC’s mission is to prepare service members to deploy in support of operational forces, deliver high-quality healthcare services and shape the future of military medicine through education, training and research. NMRTC serves as the single point of contact in support of installation and operational commanders, providing medical information, support and over medical cognizance of the active duty and reserve force.
With 90% of global commerce traveling by sea and access to the internet relying on the security of undersea fiber optic cables, Navy officials continue to emphasize that the prosperity of the United States is directly linked to recruiting and retaining talented people from across the rich fabric of America.
Trejo serves a Navy that operates forward, around the world and around the clock, promoting the nation's prosperity and security.
“We will earn and reinforce the trust and confidence of the American people every day,” said Adm. Lisa Franchetti, chief of naval operations. “Together we will deliver the Navy the nation needs.”
Trejohas many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
“I am very proud of myself and how far I have come in my military career, and joining the Navy was the best thing I ever did in my life,” said Trejo. "I am someone who works very hard and is always looking for the next opportunity. Since joining, I have been able to make rank, more money, provide a home for my little family, which includes my wife and dog, travel to many countries through deployment, go on adventures with my wife and have fun in beautiful California. I have received many awards and qualifications which have opened more doors and opportunities for me, such as getting to be a part of this amazing event and more. Hopefully, soon we will be able to buy a house and maybe adding a baby to the family with God’s will."
Trejo can take pride in serving America through military service.
“Serving in the United States Navy is a very fulfilling and rewarding experience,” said Trejo. "I do this for my family, friends, and all who have helped me get to this point in my life, as I did not get here alone. My mentors and wife especially are my motivation and rock that keeps me grounded. I truly am a patriot, and I wish to be a great role model to my children and teach them about respecting our flag and our great country. They will be able to have the same opportunities and much more when they grow up."
Trejo is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.
“I don’t think there is any one person in particular that I want to thank, but I would like to give great thanks to our hometown veterans that I always knew to respect and honor whenever I saw them walking about,” added Trejo. "I want to thank them for their service, sacrifices, and valor, as I know it was not easy to face the things they faced in order to protect us and defend our rights. I want to say that now I too, am doing my part for our nation and hope to carry your strength and dedication. I want to give a special thanks to my wife for all of her support in every single training and event I have to prepare for."