Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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References
Volunteer Experience
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Ethan Thompson

Grand Rapids

Summary

Looking to obtain a position in the IT sector that allows me to work in a collaborative environment and grow both personally and professionally

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Network Technician

EchoStar
Byron Center
02.2026 - Current
  • Delivered technical support for dish software and receivers.
  • Performed cabling services within homes to enhance connectivity.
  • Resolved issues with different equipment through effective troubleshooting.

Facilities/Custodial Worker

Calvary Church
Grand Rapids
07.2023 - 02.2026
  • Maintained cleanliness in worship areas and community spaces.
  • Assisted in setup and breakdown of events and services.
  • Followed safety protocols while performing custodial tasks.

Network Technician Intern

Kent Career Tech Center
02.2024 - 08.2024
  • Provided customer service by answering help desk inquiries and troubleshooting technical issues.
  • Inventoried 6000+ devices while imaging laptops and workstations for deployment.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Computer Support Specialist

Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids
06-2025

Networking & Cyber Security Program -

Kent Career Tech Center
01-2024

Skills

  • SOHO setup and configuration
  • HTML and web design
  • Programming expertise
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Help desk troubleshooting
  • Workstation imaging
  • Windows 10 and 11 support
  • Desktop PC building

Certification

  • Communication Skills for Business (CSB)
  • CIS Microsoft Office Certified (Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word)
  • CIS 265 CompTia A+ 1101
  • CIS 266 CompTia A+ 1102
  • CompTia ITF+ CIS 100, CIS 103, CIS 135
  • "Working toward" CIS 233 CompTia Network+

Accomplishments

  • Academic All-State High School Football
  • Middle College Honor Program
  • Cyber Patriots Participant
  • 2023 Coaches Award, FHN Football
  • 2024 Husky Pride Award, FHN Football

References

Reference available upon request

Volunteer Experience

  • Mel Trotter, Homeless Ministry "Bridge of Hope", 12/01/24, Present
  • Calvary Church Homeless Ministry "Food Outreach", 08/01/24, Present
  • Calvary Church, Worship Drummer, 09/01/22, Present
  • Calvary Church, Youth Ministry "7/8th Ministry", 09/01/23, Present

Timeline

Network Technician

EchoStar
02.2026 - Current

Network Technician Intern

Kent Career Tech Center
02.2024 - 08.2024

Facilities/Custodial Worker

Calvary Church
07.2023 - 02.2026

Associate of Applied Science - Computer Support Specialist

Grand Rapids Community College

Networking & Cyber Security Program -

Kent Career Tech Center
Ethan Thompson