Joaquin Silvia
Watertown,CT
Summary
Seasoned Fire Lieutenant with over 26 years of experience in incident command and emergency response. Proven leader in training program development and strategic planning. Certified in operations and logistics, with expertise in disaster preparedness and risk assessment. Actively leading the Connecticut InfraGard Emergency Services Sector to enhance community safety.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Lieutenant
City Of Bridgeport, CT - Government
Bridgeport, CT
05.1999 - 06.2025
- Supervised daily fire operations and emergency responses for community safety.
- Directed comprehensive training programs to elevate firefighter skills and teamwork.
- Conducted fire safety inspections and assessments in residential and commercial areas.
- Promoted community safety and fire prevention through proactive outreach initiatives.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to develop future leaders in firefighting.
- Prepared records and reports of company responses to fires or other emergencies.
- Directed and coordinated firefighting operations to ensure the safety of personnel, property, and the public.
- Managed staff schedules for shifts and events.
Emergency Services Sector Chief
InfraGard Connecticut Chapter
New Haven, CT
2010 - Current
- Facilitated collaboration between the FBI and local agencies to enhance infrastructure security.
- Share critical information and training provided by local FBI and private-sector agencies.
Operations Section
Connecticut IMT West
Hartford
2008 - Current
- Collaborated with local agencies to deliver comprehensive incident management solutions.
Wildland Firefighter
State of New Jersey
, NJ
1995 - 1999
- Responded to wildland fire incidents across diverse terrains and conditions.
- Participated in post-incident reviews following the successful completion of a wildfire assignment.
- Provided fire suppression and containment for wildland fires using hand tools, pumps, hoses, and other equipment.
Education
Bachelor Of Science (BS) - Public Safety And Administration
Charter Oak State College
New Britain, CT06-2024
Associate of Science - Public Safety and Administration
Charter Oak State College
New Britain, CT05-2020
Skills
- Incident command
- Crisis management
- Leadership development
- Emergency response coordination
- Community safety initiatives
- Communication skills
- Training program development
- Team leadership
- Risk assessment
- Mentorship
- Administration and management
- Disaster preparedness
- Technical rescue
- Emergency management
- Hazardous materials technician
Timeline
Fire Lieutenant
City Of Bridgeport, CT - Government
05.1999 - 06.2025
Emergency Services Sector Chief
InfraGard Connecticut Chapter
2010 - Current
Operations Section
Connecticut IMT West
2008 - Current
Wildland Firefighter
State of New Jersey
1995 - 1999
Bachelor Of Science (BS) - Public Safety And Administration
Charter Oak State College
Associate of Science - Public Safety and Administration
Charter Oak State College