A native of Pella, IA, Josh attended Central College in Pella (1999-2003), where he received his B.A. in Exercise Science and Health Promotion. While at Central he was a four year member of the football team. He also served two years (2001-2003) as an intern in the strength and conditioning department. After graduation he worked one year (2003-2004) as the Assistant Strength coach under Jake Anderson.

Josh attended Winona State University in Winona, MN (2004-2006) to work on his Master of Science in Educational Leadership. While at Winona State he worked as the Graduate Assistant Strength and Conditioning coach for two years. After finishing his schooling Josh stayed at Winona State, changing roles to Director of Football Strength & Conditioning and Defensive Line coach (2006-2007).

During the (2007-2008) school year Josh was the Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at Drake University in Des Moines, IA. He was in charge of the Men's and Women's Golf and Tennis programs, and assisted with the football program.

Presently, Josh is in his fourth year as Head Strength and Conditioning Coach at Loras College and this spring was named the Defensive Coordinator for the Duhawks. He continues to have a role with the linebackers.

Josh handles all the strength, conditioning, agility, and nutritional development for all 21 athletic teams at Loras.