About me

My name is Jack Thiess. I am an 18-year-old CVTC student pursuing a career in IT. For years, I have loved learning about technology and have found that IT is my passion.

Even as a kid, I was interested in computers. I always wanted to play video games, but to do that, I needed to learn how to use a computer. This was often how I learned as a child: I had a goal and learned how to achieve it. This sparked a curiosity in me that has led me to want to learn more.

I have always enjoyed helping others with their problems. I enjoy improving other people’s days by solving issues. While, as a kid, I usually ended up breaking things instead of fixing them, I now have the knowledge and passion to help others.

Skills

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    Server Management

    In my homelab I primarily use Proxmox and Truenas, and I use Docker, Ansible, and LXC containers to manage my services.

  • Networking

    Networking

    I set up my home network with multiple VLANs, subnets, and firewalls configured to protect my systems from bad actors.

  • Learning

    Eager to learn

    I think it is important to learn new things constantly. A large portion of my hobbies are based in me learning something new.

  • Programming / Scripting

    Programming / Scripting

    I am proficient in Python, HTML, CSS, Powershell, Bash, and I am okay with javascript

References

  • Damon Smith

    Mr. Damon Smith

    Mr. Smith is a Teacher at Memorial High School. He is the former head of IT for the Hayward Area School District


    Email: dsmith1@ecasd.us Phone: 715-852-6684

    Work address: 2220 Fairfax St. Eau Claire, WI 54701

  • Kristy Tauger

    Ms. Kristy Tauger

    Kristy Tauger is a Broker Partner with RE/MAX Affiliates. She also just so happens to be my mother


    Email: kthiess0401@gmail.com Phone: 715-379-4125

    Work address: 4260 Southtowne Dr. Eau Claire, WI 54701

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Education

  1. Eau Claire Memorial High School

    2021 — 2025

    I graduated from Memorial High School in 2025. During my time at Memorial High School, I've focused on academics and personal growth. I scored a 29 on my ACT and have enjoyed the overall experience of being part of the school community. High school has taught me important skills like time management and perseverance, which I’m excited to carry forward into the next chapter of my life.

  2. Chippewa Valley Technical College

    2025 — Present

    I am currently enrolled in Chippewa Valley Technical College, where I am pursuing an IT degree. I am taking classes that will help me learn more about IT, such as networking, system engineering, and security.

Experience

  1. Support Specialist

    2025 - Present

    I work for the Eau Claire Area School District as a Support Specialist. I am responsible for providing support for staff and students, repairing devices, and helping the entire IT department with their tasks. I spend my time working across the entire district, assisting wherever I am needed.

  2. IT Apprenticeship

    2023 - 2025

    I worked for the Eau Claire Area School District as an IT Apprentice through the Youth Apprenticeship program. I was responsible for fixing staff and student devices, imaging windows onto thousands of laptops, and helping the rest of the IT team with their tasks. I spent my time working at building across the district, but I spent most of my time at Memorial High School, since I was a student there.

  3. Daktronics Worker

    2021 — 2023

    I was responsible for managing a large display during school sports games. I managed the commercials, and some of the music being played. Later, my position changed, focusing more on the livestream production for Memorial High School's major sports events.