Jason Eugene Garrison

Seeking New Opportunities

Professional Experience

Independent Commercial IT Specialist @Tennessee & Kentucky

2019 - Present

Operate as a primary field engineer for national MSPs and direct commercial clients, executing high-stakes technical tickets in sensitive environments including healthcare facilities and correctional institutions.

Directly manage end-to-end infrastructure projects and large-scale hardware deployments. I specialize in validating project scope and optimizing network design to reduce unnecessary material costs while ensuring maximum system efficiency.

Owner & Lead Technician @Garrison Tech Services

2014 - 2019

Founded, scaled, and operated a top-rated independent computer repair business. Built a profitable service business from the ground up, achieving market dominance in the local area through superior turnaround times and word-of-mouth referrals.

Personally diagnosed and repaired thousands of machines and managed all P&L, inventory logistics, and marketing strategies.

Telecommunications Contractor @Indiana

2011 - 2014

Distinguished as a top-tier contractor capable of selling and installing service packages simultaneously. Managed end-to-end ISP installations, including pole climbing, line running, and in-home network configuration.

Graphic Design & IT Consultant @Grace Evangelistic Ministries

2004 - 2009

Directed the layout, design, and distribution of a bi-monthly newsletter for a large donor base. Managed internal office IT infrastructure, ensuring uptime for administrative staff.

Education

Autodidactic Studies @Self-Taught

Life-Long Learner

Formal Education: Departed the school system in 7th grade.

The Real Story: As a ward of the state of Tennessee, I learned early that if I wanted to know something, I had to teach it to myself.

The Result: I have "autodidacted" my way into every career I’ve ever held. I replaced a diploma with a library card, a logic-first mindset, and the ability to out-work and out-learn the standard curriculum.

Technical Proficiency

Networking Tools: Fluke Network Testers, Tone & Probe Kits, Punch Down Tools, Fiber Optic Splicing & Termination equipment.

Hardware: Server Racks & Cabinets, POS Systems, Commercial Printers, Biometric Scanners, IP Cameras.

Systems & Protocols: Ubuntu Linux (CLI), Windows Server, TCP/IP, VLAN/Subnetting, SSH/SFTP, Docker Containers, RAID Storage Management.

Ready for Long-Term Impact

After over two decades of successful independent contracting, I am seeking to transition into a dedicated, long-term role. At 45, I am operating at the peak of my technical capacity and possess the field-tested judgment that only comes from years of solving problems on the fly. I am looking for the right organization to invest my skills, work ethic, and loyalty in for the next major chapter of my career.