Joshua Bono
Marcy,NY
Summary
Dedicated and driven Biology student at the University of Massachusetts Amherst with a passion for optometry. Experienced in the field as a lab technician in an optometry office, gaining valuable hands-on skills. Known for clear communication and professionalism through roles as an ice hockey referee, adept at interacting with adults. Committed to pursuing a career as an optometrist, with a strong foundation in biological sciences and practical experience in the field.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Technician
New Hartford Eye Associates
New Hartford, NY
06.2023 - Current
- Cleaning and organizing glasses shipped in from other labs.
- Adjusting frames for the right fit on patients. Ordering new glasses for patients that have broken.
- Explaining insurance timelines to patients wanting new glasses.
- Cutting down lenses to make fit the certain frame.
Ice Hockey Referee
USA Hockey | NIHOA
Utica, NY
09.2021 - Current
- Assessed and monitored game play, ensuring adherence to league rules.
- Called penalties for violations of the rules and issued warnings to players as needed.
- Communicated with coaches, managers, and other officials regarding any rule infractions or disciplinary issues that arose during games.
Assistant Groundskeeper
Bono Brothers
Frankfort, NY
04.2020 - Current
- Contributed to overlooking lawn care and participated in landscaping the facilities.
- Applied weed and pest control chemicals to protect customer lawns.
- Maintained grounds and facilities by mowing, trimming, edging, fertilizing, watering, and aerating lawns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, MA05-2026
Skills
- Comfortable Speaking in Public
- Confident
- Disciplined
- Active Listener
- Customer Service
- Eyeglasses Adjustments
- Eyeglass Fitting
- Frame Repair Specialist
Accomplishments
- Selected for the Regional Program of Excellence, BOCES NY. Spent seventy-five hours shadowing a professional at the career of choice.
- Obtaining an Undergraduate degree in three years.
- 3.3 GPA as a freshmen in all sophomore classes, including organic chemistry.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Laboratory Technician
New Hartford Eye Associates
06.2023 - Current
Ice Hockey Referee
USA Hockey | NIHOA
09.2021 - Current
Assistant Groundskeeper
Bono Brothers
04.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Massachusetts Amherst
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