Dallas Bennett
Seguin,TX
Summary
Dedicated safety and operations professional with extensive experience in transportation and aviation environments. Experienced in hazard identification, safety compliance, employee training, incident prevention, and operational leadership. Demonstrated ability to analyze performance data, improve processes, coordinate teams, and maintain a strong safety culture while supporting business objectives. Combines frontline operational knowledge with strong analytical and interpersonal skills to promote safe, efficient, and compliant workplace practices.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Courier/ Operations Safety Specialists/ Operations Lead
FedEx Express
New Braunfels, TX
08.2016 - Current
- Consistently achieve and maintain operational goals while promoting a positive work environment.
- Spearheaded people-focused initiatives that increased team engagement and streamlined conflict resolution.
- Mentor and train newly hired employees on company standards, operational procedures, and safety compliance.
- Serve as Lead for Stay Sharp meetings, fostering communication, employee engagement, workflow and performance alignment.
- Coordinate Saturday and PM operations, managing workforce scheduling and workflow to ensure efficiency for up to 30 employees.
General Manager
Greg’s Text
Wichita Falls, TX
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Supervised and trained employees, conducted interviews, and supported staffing decisions in 6 different cities.
- Analyzed workforce performance data to predict needs and adjust scheduling.
- Managed marketing and customer engagement strategies, including email and social campaigns.
- Oversaw payroll functions, billing, and reporting for up to 40 employees, merchants and franchisees.
Line Service Technician /Safety Coordinator
Atlantic Aviation
Austin, TX
01.2012 - 04.2014
- Conducted pre-flight inspections to ensure safety and compliance standards.
- Managed fueling operations, optimizing efficiency while adhering to safety protocols.
- Coordinated with flight crews for timely turnaround of aircraft services.
- Trained new hires on line service technician procedures, contributing to the overall success of the team.
- Adhered to strict safety guidelines while performing towing operations, reducing the risk of accidents or damage to aircraft.
- Conducted regular safety audits and inspections to identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.
- Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
- Managed efficient teams of up to 5 employees and over 70 housed aircraft.
Education
High School Diploma -
Seguin High School
Seguin, TXNo Degree - Completed Coursework in BBA
Austin Community College
Austin, TXSkills
- Employee Training & Staff Development
- Analytical reporting
- Leadership & Team Engagement
- Customer & Employee Relations
- Conflict Resolution & Problem Solving
- Communication & Collaboration
- Account reconciliation
- Audit oversight
- Prioritization and scheduling
- Understanding of OSHA regulations
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of up to 50 staff members.
- 7 years Safe Driving
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Oversees accounts payable functions, including the verification, processing, and issuance of the customer refund and payments.
- Received Bravo Zulu achievement award at FedEx in 2019 and 2023.
Timeline
Courier/ Operations Safety Specialists/ Operations Lead
FedEx Express
08.2016 - Current
General Manager
Greg’s Text
08.2014 - 08.2016
Line Service Technician /Safety Coordinator
Atlantic Aviation
01.2012 - 04.2014
High School Diploma -
Seguin High School
No Degree - Completed Coursework in BBA
Austin Community College