Justin Preston
Forest,VA
Summary
Easy going and relaxed person with great adaptability, perseverance, and some qualities of a leader. I enjoy working with others and developing into a cohesive unit. Im honest with who I am and what my abilities are and ill always push my limits to see if I can further myself to benefit not just myself but also whatever team or organization im apart of.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Soccer Coach
Randolph College
Lynchburg, VA
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted head coach in developing and implementing team strategies.
- Organized practice sessions and drills to improve player performance.
- Supervised and monitored players during practices and games.
- Provided guidance to players on technical, tactical, physical and mental aspects of the game.
- Monitored progress of athletes throughout the season; provided feedback as needed.
- Encouraged players to strive for excellence both on and off the field.
- Initiated communication between colleges and universities interested in recruiting soccer players from the team.
- Coached youth teams during summer camps or tournaments when needed.
Energy Auditor/ Contractor for Appalachian Power
Earth Right Mid-Atlantic
Lynchburg, VA
05.2023 - Current
- Conducted energy audits, check lighting , and major appliances in home.
- Ran Blower door test for customers, identifying air leaks in home.
- Did air sealing in ranging from silicone caulking to spray foam or foam board placements
- Installed smart thermostats, weather strips , attic tents, duct seals on HVAC units and other devices to make homes more cost and energy efficient .
- Did blow in insulation, in home attics and in mobile home roofs and belly fills.
Assistant Soccer Coach
Jefferson Forest High School
Forest, VA
01.2022 - Current
Soccer Player
Lynchburg Football Club
Lynchburg, VA
11.2020 - Current
- Attended scheduled practices and training sessions to improve footwork techniques and team cohesion.
- Worked with coaches to identify strengths and weaknesses and make adjustments to improve performance.
- Used consistent training to optimize form and techniques.
- Maintained optimal fitness level by training regularly, following nutrition plans and consulting with health professionals.
- Represented team in local community by meeting with members of media and participating in charity events.
Energy Efficiency Technician
Sigora Home
Charlottesville, VA, VA
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Conducted energy audits, check lighting , and major appliances in home.
- Ran Blower door test for customers, identifying air leaks in homes.
- Installed smart thermostats, weather strips , attic tents, duct seals on HVAC units and other devices to make homes more cost and energy efficient .
- Did cellulose blow in insulation, also did training on spray foam insulation.
Stockroom Supervisor
Westminster Canterbury
Lynchburg, VA
12.2019 - 08.2022
- Supervised day-to-day stockroom operations to maintain organized flow of merchandise to sales floor.
- Checked material specifications against information contained in work orders.
- Informed upper management or department heads of items loaded or problems encountered.
- Checked paperwork and freight condition to determine optimal loading and unloading sequences.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
Landscaper
Lawn Pros
Lynchburg, VA
03.2019 - 06.2020
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris and snow to reduce hazards.
- Trimmed shrubbery and trees to help plants produce more flowers and fruit to benefit wildlife.
- Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shapes.
- Edged lawns and flowerbeds using gas-powered and rotary edging tools.
- Used zero-turn, traditional riding lawn mowers and self-propelled mowers to mow residential and commercial lawns.
Sales Representative
DishOne
Roanoke, VA
01.2018 - 03.2019
- Placed orders and answered customer questions in-person, through email and over phone to maximize customer service.
- Fostered relationships with customers to expand customer base and retain business.
- Followed-up with clients after installations to assess quality service and customer satisfaction.
- Performed comprehensive market research to expand sales.
- Developed and implemented restructuring solutions, training programs and process improvement initiatives to boost performance.
Production Worker
RST Marketing
Lynchburg, VA
10.2017 - 03.2019
- Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
- Moved items between machines, conveyors and transport equipment to meet production needs.
- Examined final products for conformance with quality and design standards.
- Monitored processes to maintain machinery function.
- Troubleshot equipment problems to repair or report diagnostics.
- Calibrated and adjusted equipment using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, protractors and ring gauges.
- Adjusted controls or stopped machines and opened holding devices to correct problems.
Grill Manager
McDonald's
Madison Heights, VA
02.2016 - 10.2017
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of line workstations.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Assisted in preparation of menu items ranging from burgers to sandwiches.
- Monitored kitchen productivity and assessed overall productivity and workflow.
- Stored foods in designated areas by following standard wrapping, dating and rotation procedures.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage, and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Performed restaurant walk-throughs to gauge timeliness and excellent service quality.
- Exhibited thorough knowledge of foods, beverages, supervisory duties, service techniques and guest interactions.
- Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash registers and deposited restaurant's earnings at bank.
Education
High School Diploma -
Amherst County High School
Amherst, VA05.2015
Skills
- Computer skills
- Customer service
- Team management
- Flexible
- Leadership
Timeline
Assistant Soccer Coach
Randolph College
08.2023 - Current
Energy Auditor/ Contractor for Appalachian Power
Earth Right Mid-Atlantic
05.2023 - Current
Energy Efficiency Technician
Sigora Home
09.2022 - 05.2023
Assistant Soccer Coach
Jefferson Forest High School
01.2022 - Current
Soccer Player
Lynchburg Football Club
11.2020 - Current
Stockroom Supervisor
Westminster Canterbury
12.2019 - 08.2022
Landscaper
Lawn Pros
03.2019 - 06.2020
Sales Representative
DishOne
01.2018 - 03.2019
Production Worker
RST Marketing
10.2017 - 03.2019
Grill Manager
McDonald's
02.2016 - 10.2017
High School Diploma -
Amherst County High School
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