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Andrew Colnar

8866 Sportsman Club Rd ,OH

Summary

I Worked on a farm when young and used tools most my life with my dad. I unloaded/loaded planes from 18yrs old to 23yrs old for 2 commercial airlines(Delta airlines and Continental airlines.I Worked as a laborer for tradesmen international for a year till I finally joined the union in Cleveland ohio in 1999.(Local 21) Over the years I've had 2 lower back surgeries, 2 shoulder surgeries from working as a union Carpenter. I have good customer service, communication and management skills with good work ethics.

Overview

51
51
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Journeyman Union Carpenter

Acme Arsena,hammond Construction,canton Floors
Cleveland, OH ,Canton Ohio
11.1998 - Current
  • Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
  • Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
  • Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
  • Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
  • Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
  • Cut, shaped and installed siding, roofing and framing to protect interior of properties from harsh weather conditions.
  • Developed and implemented new processes and procedures to improve productivity and workflow.
  • Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
  • Collaborated with other construction workers to coordinate projects and streamline process.
  • Inspected job sites to identify potential hazards and establish protection and safety standards.
  • Assisted in training new carpenters to demonstrate techniques, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Measured, drilled and sawed materials to perform successful home improvements.
  • Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
  • Discarded debris and disposed waste to maintain cleanliness and quality standards.
  • Built and hung custom doors and frames.
  • Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
  • Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
  • Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
  • Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
  • Managed inventory of tools, supplies and equipment.
  • Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using pencil or chalk and marking gauge.
  • Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
  • Measured, cut and installed drywall, paneling and other materials.
  • Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
  • Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
  • Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
  • Inspected buildings to identify repair needs.
  • Assembled and installed furniture and cabinetry.
  • Repaired damaged doors, windows and other structures.
  • Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
  • Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.

Journeyman Carpenter

Performance Contracting Inc.(local 285 Carpenter)
Columbus, OH
09.2021 - 03.2026
  • Assisted in completing installations of building structures. Supported the setup of door frames. Aided in the installation of hardware and interior materials.
  • Executed installation and repair of woodwork, millwork, and cabinetry to enhance structural integrity.
  • Oversaw apprentices and provided targeted recommendations to enhance work quality.
  • Assisted in coordinating movement of materials and equipment to job sites. Supported warehouse operations on Equity Drive for nearly two years. Maintained cleanliness and organization of Performance Contracting Inc. warehouse shops in Cincinnati and Columbus, Ohio from 2023 to 2025.
  • Orchestrated work planning and execution utilizing appropriate tools and materials to enhance productivity.
  • Analyzed and interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications to ensure accurate job execution.
  • Executed precise measurement checks and performed accurate cuts to minimize material waste.
  • Ensured compliance with OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures.
  • Facilitated project organization by analyzing blueprints and evaluating job specifications to establish effective plans.
  • Ensured compliance with job site safety regulations and upheld a safe, organized work environment.
  • Engaged with customers to clarify project scope and requirements.
  • Orchestrated project planning by identifying essential equipment, tools, and support requirements.
  • Analyzed and interpreted blueprints to ensure adherence to project specifications.
  • Engineered and executed innovative processes and procedures to enhance productivity and streamline workflow.
  • Executed debris disposal and waste management to uphold cleanliness and quality standards.
  • Executed precise measurement of drilled and sawed materials to enhance building improvements.
  • Facilitated training for new carpenters, demonstrating techniques and ensuring adherence to best practices and compliance with protocols and regulations.
  • Facilitated collaboration among construction teams to enhance project coordination and efficiency.
  • Ensured quality and accuracy of work through meticulous attention to detail.
  • Executed cutting, shaping, and installation of siding, roofing, and framing to safeguard properties from severe weather conditions.
  • Assessed materials to establish sizes and quantities necessary for construction project.
  • Evaluated job sites to identify potential hazards and enforce safety standards.

Journeyman Carpenter

Giorgi interior systems Inc
Cleveland, OH
02.2021 - 07.2021
  • Completed installations of building structures,drywall,densglass,insulation,z channel,durock,steel studs,and Styrofoam.
  • Observed all OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures.
  • Supervised a few apprentices and offered specific recommendations to improve work quality.

Still Learning

Thing Called Life
Columbus, OH
03.1975 - Current

Im no know it all but I try to work together as a team and learn as much as I can.. im always learning. I work safety always on my mind , with professionalism , consistency and good customer service ..

Education

Bachelor Of Arts - Interior Systems 1&2. Concrete 1&2

Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH
08-2012

Highschool Diploma - Science/support Life/Algebra 1&2(Football 4years)

St.Edward Highschool
Lakewood, OH
06-1993

Skills

  • Industrial/commercial/residentual projects I currently was working at performance contracting inc shop in Columbus ohio organizing and cleaning the shopI was doing whatever duty that is asked of me whether it's picking up new tools or getting stuff ready for big jobsites Im not with Performance Contracting Group any more as of March 13th 2026

Repair/demo work

Building code regulations

Industrial/commercial/residentual projects I currently was working at performance contracting inc shop in Columbus ohio organizing and cleaning the shopI was doing whatever duty that is asked of me whether it's picking up new tools or getting stuff ready for big jobsites Im not with Performance Contracting Group any more as of March 13th 2026

Accomplishments

    I was in a pilots magazine for turning a flight in 16minutes at age 19 at continental airlines. I was on a million square ft Amazon jobsite with my company I'm working for now and I had 3 good write ups for safty from the whiting Turner GC. I also received a 50 dollar visa gift card for stopping the jobsite for the safty of all our 70 union carpenter employees from the exhaust fumes from a crane outside.

Certification

I have my OSHA 30 I've been in the union since 1998..I've had ICRA ,and certified on lifts and many clean room tools for the forklift. I have exsperirnce driving trucks with trailors from new York to Ohio. Or Georgia to Ohio I have driven 22hrs in a day in a half hauling a dump trailor from Georgia to Ohio that I recently purchased a 16ft dump trailor..I buy sell and trade trucks from auctions. I helped in the shop in columbus Ohio for over a year and a half. Getting tools ready for crews in a fast manor. I really liked doing this. I made 40 hilti tool kits in a few days. Im pretty knowledgeable with tools. Fixing them and putting them together. I was a good guy in the shop at pci. But its a long story and a work injury and some egos kept me from still being there. My family had a big tool business back in the 80s. I even remember unloading the truck and trailor when I was a lil boy 6years old. It was called COLNAR AND SONS TOOLS AND SUPPLIES INC. My friend Ron told me about this job opening and im excited to work hard for OCP as the professional that I am. Id be a great fit and youd really be lucky to have me on the ocp team with my prior experience..im very trustworthy and an honest safe worker. I pray you give me a chance ..thank you for your time.

Timeline

Journeyman Carpenter

Performance Contracting Inc.(local 285 Carpenter)
09.2021 - 03.2026

Journeyman Carpenter

Giorgi interior systems Inc
02.2021 - 07.2021

Journeyman Union Carpenter

Acme Arsena,hammond Construction,canton Floors
11.1998 - Current

Still Learning

Thing Called Life
03.1975 - Current

Bachelor Of Arts - Interior Systems 1&2. Concrete 1&2

Cuyahoga Community College

Highschool Diploma - Science/support Life/Algebra 1&2(Football 4years)

St.Edward Highschool
Andrew Colnar