Joseph Covey
Summary
Commercial pilot and CFI candidate with a strong background in fire service leadership, instruction, risk management, and high-pressure decision-making. Experienced in developing training programs, evaluating performance, leading teams, and communicating clearly in safety-critical environments. Brings a professional, disciplined approach to flight instruction with an emphasis on preparation, scenario-based learning, risk management, and building safe, confident pilots.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Training Officer
Gresham Fire Department
Gresham, OR
06.2025 - Current
- Design and implement comprehensive training curricula encompassing fire suppression, rescue techniques, and emergency medical services.
- Conduct hands-on drills, live-burn exercises, and specialized classes to maintain high operational readiness.
- Assess individual and crew performance during drills and real-world incidents, providing actionable feedback for improvement.
Lieutenant
Gresham Fire Department
Gresham , OR
05.2023 - Current
- Managed incident command during emergencies, facilitating effective communication and coordination.
- Provided clear and decisive leadership by rapidly assessing and responding to changing field conditions.
- Conducted regular drills to prepare team for diverse emergency scenarios, improving response readiness.
- Supervised daily operations of fire response teams and emergency services, enhancing team readiness.
Firefighter/Paramedic
City Of Gresham
Gresham, Oregon
09.2013 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls, delivering fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical assistance, while conducting fire prevention inspections.
- Performed general maintenance on fire apparatus and equipment, managed inventory, and served as training instructor.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided immediate firefighting services.
- Operated firefighting equipment and tools during emergency situations.
- Conducted fire prevention inspections and educated the community on safety practices.
Part Time Paramedic
Dallas Ambulance
Dallas, Oregon
03.2013 - 09.2013
- Responded to emergency medical calls as Paramedic in charge, ensuring timely transport of patients to local hospitals.
- Conducted general maintenance on equipment and apparatus, oversaw medication inventory, and facilitated training and community events.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls and assessed patient conditions.
- Administered life-saving interventions and medications in critical situations.
Temporary Firefighter
City Of Corvallis
Corvallis, Oregon
04.2009 - 05.2012
- Job duties include but not limited to Fire and EMS emergencies as a temporary employee.
- Performed fire inspections, trained personnel, transported patients to local hospitals on a medic unit, and operated and maintained apparatus.
Education
Associate of Science - Paramedic
Chemeketa Community College
Salem6 2011
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Chemeketa Community College
Salem, OR6 2009
Skills
- Effective communication
- Performance evaluation
- Risk assessment
- Team leadership
- Critical thinking
- Team building
- Training development
- Flight training
- Problem solving
Certification
- Commercial Pilot- Instrument
- Certified Flight Instructor Student
- Total Time: 280 hours
PIC: 224 hours
Affiliations
- Aerodynamics Flying Club member
- Wildland team member: Taskforce Leader
- Public Information Group member
- Training Advisory Group Chairmen
Timeline
Assistant Training Officer
Gresham Fire Department
06.2025 - Current
Lieutenant
Gresham Fire Department
05.2023 - Current
Firefighter/Paramedic
City Of Gresham
09.2013 - Current
Part Time Paramedic
Dallas Ambulance
03.2013 - 09.2013
Temporary Firefighter
City Of Corvallis
04.2009 - 05.2012
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Chemeketa Community College
Associate of Science - Paramedic
Chemeketa Community College