Josh Messinger
Harpers Ferry,WV
Summary
Diligent Basketball Coach adept at helping players improve basketball skills, personal strength and agility on the court. Well-versed in all game and conference rules and bringing 10+ years of related experience.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deployment Engineer
Microsoft Via Insight Global (Government Contract)
05.2023 - Current
- Discussed issues with team members to provide resolution and apply best practices.
- Updated old code bases to modern development standards, improving functionality.
- Participated in software field testing to verify performance of developed projects.
- Collaborated on stages of systems development lifecycle from requirement gathering to production releases.
- Documented technical workflows and knowledge to educate newly hired employees.
- Coordinated with project management on database development timelines.
- Provided 2nd and 3rd level technical support and troubleshooting to internal and external clients.
- Deployed and monitored security and compliance updates to data center machines.
Basketball Coach
Frederick Warriors (Volunteer Position)
09.2009 - Current
- Over the years, volunteered in many positions ranging from clinic assistant coach to varsity boys High school head coach.
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Managed drills and fitness circuits to bolster athletes' coordination and performance levels.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
- Led team through losses and player injuries by enforcing game focus and instructing in meditation techniques.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
- Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize team success.
- Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
- Participated in fundraising events, helping team bring in funds to pay for travel and other expenses.
- As varsity boys coach, won the New Life Christian School holiday tournament, came in second in the Maryland Christian School Tournament, and finished the year with a 26 and 12 record.
Data Center Technician
Amazon (Government contractor)
03.2022 - 05.2023
- Obtained CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications
- Gained extensive experience using computers operating on both Windows and Linux operating systems
- Configured wide area network (WAN) and local area network (LAN) routers and related equipment
- Utilized network applications software and related systems
- Researched hardware or software products to meet technical networking or security needs
- Installed new hardware and software systems and components, ensured integration with existing network systems
- Repaired items to ensure proper operation
- Performed routine maintenance and standard repairs to networking components and equipment
- Troubleshot network or connectivity problems for users or user groups
- Identified causes of networking problems, using diagnostic testing software and equipment
- Installed and repaired network cables, including fiber optic cables
- Used standard diagnostic testing equipment and procedures.
- Dressed and labeled cables for easy identification and traceability.
- Installed and managed structured cabling infrastructure.
Emergency Response Officer
Allied Universal Security (National Reconnaissance Office)
12.2020 - 03.2022
- Monitored cameras, supervised access control, and responded to all types of security concerns and incidents
- Responded to and assisted in several medical emergencies while waiting for EMS to arrive, including choking, chest pains, falls, and other emergencies
- Trained regularly and extensively for all types of security threats including active shooters, bomb threats, trespassing, gate breaches, and many others.
Personal Trainer/Fitness Director
Anytime Fitness Ballenger Creek
04.2018 - 01.2021
- Managed the training department including conflict resolution between trainers and clients, managing hours and payroll
- Personally worked with hundreds of clients in one-on-one or group sessions to help achieve, or make progress towards, personal fitness goals; including coming off of medications, pain reduction, weight loss, muscle strength and growth, speed, and endurance
- Personally sold more than $200,000 in Training contract value as well as countless regular gym memberships.
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Demonstrated proper technique for exercises to avoid injuries.
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
- Grew customer base through word-of-mouth referrals based on customer satisfaction and results.
- Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
- Designed specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fitness training methods to inform approach.
- Educated customers on preventive care, nutrition, fitness, stress management, and ergonomics.
- Educated clients on importance of proper nutrition to reach fitness objectives.
Merchandiser
Costco
05.2017 - 12.2020
- Commended for exemplary work ethic and enthusiasm
- Nominated for employee of the month in May 2020
- Created and implemented creative solutions for merchandising issues
- Regularly led and made decisions in the produce department in the absence of the supervisor.
Store Manager in Training
CVS
05.2016 - 05.2017
- Managed store operations and employees in all circumstances, including delegating tasks, accepting deliveries, and executing administrative paperwork for the store
- Successfully solved problems on the spot to include technical difficulties with registers and check out equipment as well as problems customers had with service or products
- Handled thousands of dollars daily, prepared, transported, and documented deposits after every shift with no significant losses.
Infantry Fire Team Leader
USMC
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Promoted to the rank of Corporal, a Non-Commissioned Officer rank as a result of exemplary leadership and initiative as well as a strong drive for personal and professional betterment
- Awarded good conduct medal for exemplary personal and professional conduct, and exhibiting the highest degree of commitment
- Awarded first Meritorious Mast award for performing demanding duties in an outstanding manner, discipline, technical proficiency, professional demeanor, outstanding motivation, and dedication to duty while aboard Forward Operating Base Deleram II, Nimruz Province, Afghanistan
- Awarded second Meritorious Mast award for demonstrating a level of understanding beyond that of peers, rising in billet to Team Leader, filling a void which lead to the success of the platoon throughout the course of the Black Sea Rotational Force deployment, commendable performance as a Team Leader across a broad spectrum of exercises and operations, successfully anticipating and accomplishing tasks without being told
- As a team leader, led, advised, counseled, and taught team members in any and all situations both work related and not.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sport And Health Sciences Concentration: Coaching
American Millitary University
Ranson, WV04.2024
High School Diploma -
Home School
Frederick, MD06.2011
Skills
- Hardware Troubleshooting
- Hardware And Software Updates
- Network Infrastructure Installation
- Data Center Hardware
- Fiber Testing
- Network Hardware And Software Maintenance
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Installing Network Cable
- Computer Hardware Knowledge
- Troubleshooting Techniques
- Linux Command Line
- Basic Python Coding
- Game Strategy Development
- Player Conditioning
- Discipline Oversight
- Game Analysis
- Strategic Planning
Certification
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- TS/SCI FSP Clearance
Previously Held:
- NASM certified personal trainer
- NASM corrective exercise specialist
Timeline
Deployment Engineer
Microsoft Via Insight Global (Government Contract)
05.2023 - Current
Data Center Technician
Amazon (Government contractor)
03.2022 - 05.2023
Emergency Response Officer
Allied Universal Security (National Reconnaissance Office)
12.2020 - 03.2022
Personal Trainer/Fitness Director
Anytime Fitness Ballenger Creek
04.2018 - 01.2021
Merchandiser
Costco
05.2017 - 12.2020
Store Manager in Training
CVS
05.2016 - 05.2017
Infantry Fire Team Leader
USMC
01.2012 - 01.2016
Basketball Coach
Frederick Warriors (Volunteer Position)
09.2009 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Sport And Health Sciences Concentration: Coaching
American Millitary University
High School Diploma -
Home School
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- TS/SCI FSP Clearance
Previously Held:
- NASM certified personal trainer
- NASM corrective exercise specialist
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