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Thomas K. Bennett II

Camby,IN

Summary

Dynamic leader with success spearheading tactical planning and leading teams through diverse operational requirements. Skilled trainer and mentor to subordinate personnel to improve productivity and technical understanding while maximizing team performance. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Operations Manager Trainee

Waste Management
Lafayette, IN
05.2025 - Current
  • Managed daily operations to ensure efficient waste collection and disposal processes.
  • Developed standard operating procedures to improve workflow efficiency in operations.
  • Fostered a team-oriented environment to enhance communication and collaboration among staff.
  • Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction remains at optimal levels.
  • Assessed employee development needs and provided feedback on their progress towards meeting goals.
  • Coordinated with other departments including sales, marketing, finance, human resources. to ensure efficient operations.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a safe work environment for all personnel.

Chaplain

Indiana Army National Guard
Lafayette, IN
11.2023 - Current
  • Lead worship services, performing sacraments, and conducting other religious ceremonies to include weddings and funerals
  • Develop religious education programs and activities for soldiers and their families
  • Provide (religious) counsel to soldiers and their families, including pastoral counseling
  • Provide combat stress support and accompanying service members into combat
  • Advise Company, Battalion, and Brigade commanders on religious and moral matters
  • Support family programs and aid soldiers as they navigate both civilian and military life
  • Make referrals to commanders and social service agencies through channels to help resolve problems

Roll-Off Driver

Waste Management
Whitestown , IN
04.2024 - 05.2025

Responsibilities

  • Safely operate a heavy-duty truck to perform assigned duties on transfer routes
  • Operate vehicles in accordance with Occupational and Safety Health Act (OSHA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements as well as all local, state and federal requirements and Company expectations for the Fleet; maintains a clean and safe vehicle
  • Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle using utilizing standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report), notating all issues on DVIR form for corrective review/repair
  • Immediately report any unsafe situations or service calls to Route Manager or Dispatch before attempting service
  • Work closely with Route Managers and Dispatchers to improve route efficiencies and identify problem or unsafe accounts
  • Notify the Route Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
  • Communicate customer requests or issues to Dispatch/Route Manager
  • Completely dump all containers and leaves the customer's location clean and free of debris
  • Position containers on the customer's property in a manner that ensures lids are properly replaced, containers are set in an upright position, and containers do not block driveway entrances or traffic
  • Follow route assignments throughout the day and completes all documentation when checking-in at the end of the route

District Duty Officer

Indiana State Police
Indianapolis, IN
10.2023 - 11.2024

· Answer telephone inquires and delegate assignments.

· Assist Regional Dispatchers during emergency situations and breaks.

· Perform administrative duties as assigned by the District Commander/Assistant Commander.

· Maintain discipline of personnel during the incumbent’s shift in adherence with Department Standard Operating Procedures.

· Monitor operations in the District during the Duty Officer’s shift.

· Notify the news media of newsworthy events in a timely fashion.

· Collect and review special enforcement project data.

· Keep the District Commander apprised of noteworthy activities that transpired during the officer’s schedule.

· Recommend budget items to the District Commander.

· Work with the District Commander to formulate future data program needs.

· Assist the Assistant District Commander with overseeing and operating the District facility.

· Make policy and procedure recommendations to the District Commander.

· Collect and disseminate statistical information to the line commanders.

· Maintain a working relationship with other law enforcement agencies, government officials, and news media.

· Assist squad leaders in a supervisory and administrative capacity

Special Operations Sergeant

Indiana State Police
INDIANAPOLIS, IN
03.2020 - 10.2024
  • Reviewed paperwork and case files submitted by subordinate officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
  • Informed shift officers of properties to watch and noted criminals understood to be in patrol areas.
  • Evaluated evidence for validity and admissibility and provided testimony during administrative and criminal court hearings.
  • Improved criminal investigation lead times through enhanced case management and better personnel training.
  • Patrolled designated districts in patrol cars, on bicycles and on foot.
  • Managed administrative needs of group, including recordkeeping and report writing.
  • Managed administrative needs of group, including recordkeeping and report writing, with team of up to 8 Sergeants and a First Sergeant Supervisor.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.

District Duty Officer

Indiana State Police
INDIANAPOLIS, IN
07.2017 - 03.2020

· Answer telephone inquires and delegate assignments.

· Assist Regional Dispatchers during emergency situations and breaks.

· Perform administrative duties as assigned by the District Commander/Assistant Commander.

· Maintain discipline of personnel during the incumbent’s shift in adherence with Department Standard Operating Procedures.

· Monitor operations in the District during the Duty Officer’s shift.

· Notify the news media of newsworthy events in a timely fashion.

· Collect and review special enforcement project data.

· Keep the District Commander apprised of noteworthy activities that transpired during the officer’s schedule.

· Recommend budget items to the District Commander.

· Work with the District Commander to formulate future data program needs.

· Assist the Assistant District Commander with overseeing and operating the District facility.

· Make policy and procedure recommendations to the District Commander.

· Collect and disseminate statistical information to the line commanders.

· Maintain a working relationship with other law enforcement agencies, government officials, and news media.

· Assist squad leaders in a supervisory and administrative capacity.

Trooper

Indiana State Police
INDIANAPOLIS, IN
04.2014 - 07.2017

· Patrol county, state and federal roads to detect and apprehend criminal and traffic law violators.

· Investigate vehicle crashes.

· Make death notifications.

· Attempt to locate motorists and/or other persons for the delivery of emergency information.

· Direct and control traffic at disaster scenes, accident sites and special events.

· Render first aid to persons until medical help arrives.

· Conduct criminal investigations.

· Coordinate and assist investigative efforts with Special Investigations Division.

· Testify in criminal and traffic court.

· Prepare and submit various reports in a complete, accurate and timely manner.

· Identify, collect and submit evidence in compliance with Department Standard Operating Procedures.

· Transport emergency medical supplies, blood, etc.

· Present law enforcement related public affairs programs.

· Assist local, county, federal law enforcement agencies and other state agencies in a wide variety of areas.

Commerical Vehicle Enforcement Officer

Indiana State Police
INDIANAPOLIS, IN
09.2012 - 04.2014

· Investigate and enforce Laws, Rules and Regulations regarding commercial motor vehicles.

· Inspect vehicles and check drivers for motor carrier safety and hazardous materials compliance.

· Assist with and/or conduct crash investigations involving commercial motor vehicles.

· Impound vehicles in violation of laws, rules and regulations pertaining to commercial motor vehicles.

· Weigh trucks on permanent and/or portable scales.

· Set up portable scales in order to weigh trucks.

· Assist with the training of Department personnel and personnel from other agencies.

· Answer questions on motor carrier laws, rules and regulations for Department personnel and the public.

· Prepare and submit reports as required.

· Assist the incident command structure at a commercial motor vehicle crash site involving the release of hazardous materials.

Education

Master of Arts - Divinity

Wesley Seminary
Marion, IN
08.2020

Bachelor of Science - Communication Studies

Ball State University
Muncie, IN
05.2008

High School Diploma -

Pike High School
Indianapolis
05.2003

Skills

  • Technical expertise
  • Planning & organizing
  • Active listening
  • Team management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Computer operations
  • Surveillance monitoring
  • Intelligence management
  • Organization
  • Mapping skills
  • Customer service

Timeline

Operations Manager Trainee

Waste Management
05.2025 - Current

Roll-Off Driver

Waste Management
04.2024 - 05.2025

Chaplain

Indiana Army National Guard
11.2023 - Current

District Duty Officer

Indiana State Police
10.2023 - 11.2024

Special Operations Sergeant

Indiana State Police
03.2020 - 10.2024

District Duty Officer

Indiana State Police
07.2017 - 03.2020

Trooper

Indiana State Police
04.2014 - 07.2017

Commerical Vehicle Enforcement Officer

Indiana State Police
09.2012 - 04.2014

Master of Arts - Divinity

Wesley Seminary

Bachelor of Science - Communication Studies

Ball State University

High School Diploma -

Pike High School
Thomas K. Bennett II