John Bosnyak
Onyx General Contracting
Coulee Dam,WA
35
years of professional experience
Dynamic General Manager with a proven track record at Onyx General Contracting, excelling in operations management and client relations. Expert in optimizing workflows and enhancing team performance, achieving significant cost savings through effective negotiation. Strong leadership skills foster a collaborative environment, driving project success while maintaining high safety standards and customer satisfaction.
Professional leader with comprehensive experience in driving operational excellence and strategic growth. Proven track record of fostering team collaboration and achieving impactful results in dynamic environments. Skilled in navigating complex challenges, optimizing processes, and cultivating positive workplace cultures. Known for adaptability, effective communication, and strong decision-making abilities.
Work History
General Manager/Owner/Operator
4 Years 9 Months- Directed project management initiatives, ensuring timely completion of contracts while adhering to budget constraints.
- Oversaw daily operations, optimizing resource allocation and enhancing workflow efficiency across multiple projects.
- Implemented safety protocols, promoting a culture of compliance and reducing workplace incidents significantly.
- Managed client relationships, addressing concerns promptly to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction and retention.
- Collaborated with subcontractors and suppliers to negotiate contracts, resulting in cost savings and enhanced service delivery.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Managed budgeting and financial forecasting for multiple concurrent projects.
- Monitored project progress, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
Carpenter
1 Year 8 Months- Constructed framing and structural components for residential projects, ensuring quality and compliance with building codes.
- Collaborated with project managers to review blueprints and establish accurate project timelines.
- Operated and maintained a variety of carpentry tools including saws, drills, and nail guns for efficiency.
- Trained junior carpenters on safety protocols and best practices in woodworking techniques.
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety standards and project specifications.
- Coordinated team efforts to complete projects on schedule while maintaining quality craftsmanship.
- Trained apprentices in proper techniques and safe use of tools, fostering skill development.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced material waste.
- Managed inventory levels, ordering materials as needed to prevent project delays and shortages.
- Resolved conflicts among team members, promoting a positive work environment and effective communication.
- Maintained organized records of blueprints, plans, and specifications for easy access during the construction process.
- Oversaw schedules and assignments for 4-5 personnel.
- Reviewed and approved time and attendance records of carpentry crews.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
Carpenter
7 Years 10 Months- Constructed customized frameworks and structures, ensuring adherence to design specifications and safety standards.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Repaired existing structures such as staircases, decks, or door frames with precision to extend their lifespan without compromising structural integrity or aesthetics.
- Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
- Cut, shaped and installed siding, roofing and framing to protect interior of properties from harsh weather conditions.
- Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
- Supported the development of accurate project estimates by providing input on materials needed, labor requirements, and timeline expectations for various jobs.
- Optimized space utilization in residential homes by designing and implementing efficient storage solutions.
- Reduced material waste and costs by accurately measuring, cutting, and assembling building materials.
- Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
- Measured, cut and installed drywall, paneling and other materials.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Repaired damaged doors, windows and other structures.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Inspected buildings to identify repair needs.
- Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
Crane Operator
12 Years 7 Months- Operated various crane types to lift and move materials efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on equipment to ensure safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate lifting operations and minimize downtime.
- Trained junior operators on safe operating procedures and equipment handling techniques.
- Monitored job sites for potential hazards, ensuring adherence to safety regulations.
- Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of equipment.
- Calculated appropriate size and weight distribution to safely manage load.
- Excelled under pressure by safely executing demanding lifts in challenging weather conditions and tight spaces.
- Operated large cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.
- Used hand signals, verbal communication and radio to reduce risks in coordinating crane movements.
- Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations to meet job schedule demands.
- Positioned cranes in response to hand signals and observed load hookup to determine safe load capacities.
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail while operating cranes for complex lifts, ensuring minimal disruption to surroundings.
- Maneuvered loads safely to achieve accuracy and stability.
- Achieved strong reputation for reliability among supervisors, leading to increased responsibility for critical lifts on high-profile projects.
- Consistently met or exceeded lifting capacity targets while maintaining the highest level of safety during all operations.
- Enhanced job site safety by conducting thorough equipment inspections and adhering to proper crane operation procedures.
- Operated mobile crane to execute precise lifts, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.
- Utilized mastery of diverse slings, shackles and spreader bars to meet specific project needs.
Education
High School Diploma
No Degree
Skills
Leadership and team building
Problem resolution
Operations management
Team player
Efficient multi-tasker
Effective leader
Customer relations
Inventory control
Staff supervision
Employee scheduling
Client relations
Schedule management
Deadline oriented
Timeline
General Manager/Owner/Operator
Onyx General Contracting
06.2020 - 03.2025Read More
Carpenter
New View Construction
05.2014 - 01.2016Read More
Carpenter
Self-employeed
04.2005 - 02.2013Read More
Crane Operator
Local 302
07.1990 - 02.2003Read More
Sumner High School
High School Diploma
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Carpenter Apprentice Program
No Degree
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