Cortez Benton
St. Petersburg,FL
Summary
Motivated Shift Leader enthusiastic about helping team members meet and exceed company targets with compassionate leadership. Talented trainer and operational problem-solver with front-line experience and collaborative nature. Resourceful in balancing customer, company and employee needs. Safely and efficiently operated heavy equipment (front loaders L110, L90, L70, 980G, L35, and 624k)
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Scale Attendant
Waste Connections Inc.
St. Petersburg, FL
2024 - Current
- Operated weigh scales and issued tickets when necessary.
- Answered customer calls professionally and routed to appropriate person.
- Dispatched orders to drivers for efficiency.
- Complied with safety regulations to avoid potential injuries and support company goals.
- Communicated with operators to share information related to product.
- Followed up with customers to handle delays or other issues.
- Verified track sheet and communicated with transloaders to monitor accuracy of loaded products.
- Enhanced efficiency by accurately weighing vehicles and recording data for billing purposes.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to maintain smooth workflow at busy weigh stations.
- Communicated regularly with truck drivers to provide clear instructions on where to unload materials safely and efficiently.
- Coordinated closely with dispatchers to ensure efficient scheduling of trucks arriving at the facility throughout each shift.
Lead Operator
Waste Connections Inc.
St. Petersburg, FL
11.2015 - Current
- Optimized daily operational plans, including production schedules and efficient task flows.
- Monitored employee task completion while delegating responsibilities effectively.
- Resolved inventory discrepancies through thorough audits and accurate paperwork management.
- Trained employees on equipment operations, enhancing overall team efficiency.
- Managed a team of 25-30 staff members through mentorship and performance reviews.
- Upheld compliance with company standards for operational cleanliness and safety.
- Delivered project information swiftly to resolve issues and provide actionable feedback.
- Maintained machines at peak operational levels through adjustments and routine maintenance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pacific High School
St. Petersburg, FL3 2014
Skills
- Operations monitoring
- Equipment operation
- Diagnostic abilities
- Quality assurance
- Process monitoring
- Technical skills
- Power Tool abilities
- Operational improvement
- Supervision
- Communications
- Process improvement
- Team building
- Team management
- Relationship development
- Problem resolution
- First Aid/CPR
- Planning and coordination
Certification
- First Aid/CPR
- Heavy Equipment Operator
Education and Training
other
Accomplishments
Completed waste university 16 hour course, and forklift/telehand
Timeline
Lead Operator
Waste Connections Inc.
11.2015 - Current
High School Diploma -
Pacific High School
Scale Attendant
Waste Connections Inc.
2024 - Current