1. JOHN BENT
3619 55th CT. SE.
Olympia, WA 98501
360-584-7812
jmbent@comcast.net
T R A N S P O R T A T I O N M A N A G E R
RESULTS-ORIENTED—PRIORITY-DRIVEN—INSPIRATIONAL TEAM LEADER—INNOVATIVE PROBLEM SOLVER
Highly qualified, motivated professional offers solid and diverse experience. Extremely focused
and self-motivated to excel in a competitive, fast-paced working environment.
P R O F E S S I O N A L P R O F I L E
 Accomplished communicator, able to conduct presentations to varied audiences.
Solid analytical skills. Proficient in use of Windows and Microsoft Office applications.
 Detail-oriented and versatile. Proven facilitator with the ability to turn around under-
performing projects. Established reputation for accuracy and dependability.
 Leadership skills: enthusiastic individual with excellent work ethic. Demonstrated
comprehensive knowledge of management techniques, organizational develop-
ment, team building and project execution. Experienced in the implementation of
training initiatives to develop, mentor, retain and motivate effective personnel.
 Hands-on leader with vital and progressive experience troubleshooting problems,
developing, implementing, and managing programs, policy and procedures crea-
tion, review and implementation.
 Organizational communications skills second to none. Develop productive working
relationships and alliances. Foster an atmosphere of open, direct communication
and team cohesiveness to elevate organizational productivity, efficiency, and tech-
nical infrastructures.
 Formulate and convey technical vision to non-technical personnel. Effectively
match the message to the audience. Creative, out-of-the-box thinker. Assertive and
dedicated; quick learner.
 Provide training for development of staff, facilitate conflict management, delegate
responsibility and performance review.
P R O F E S S I O N A L W O R K H I S T O R Y
PROVIDENCE HEALTH & SERVICES DOC Lacey, WA May 2013 – Present
 Currently Transportation Manager
 Feb 2014 – Sept 2014 Interim Director of Operations CSC
 Oversee the day to day safe operation of a 160,000 sq. feet supply chain ware-
house
 Oversee and manage the day to day operation of a commercial fleet
 Oversee the day to day operation of the facilities to include maintenance and a
recycle program
 Created, implemented and manage a DOT program per Federal Regulations
 Manage team building events, coaching, mentoring, training, job performance,
career development, recognition and discipline administration of all personnel
 Create, implement and manage driver delivery schedule for efficient, safe and
accurate movement of product

2.  Create, implement and manage Transportation/Warehouse Safety program
 Management of facilities to include preventative maintenance, janitorial,
HVAC, generator, fire systems, electrical, doors, security system, plumbing and
landlord contact and contract negotiations
 Proficient with Hazmat rules and regulations/NMFC freight classifications
 Audit driver eLogs per DOT regulations
 Implement Smith System training to all new drivers
 Create and submit monthly fuel/mileage reports
 Schedule vehicle maintenance with vendors
 Review and update the Transportation Inbound Order Planner
 Review and process carrier and vendor invoices for accuracy and payment
 Possess CDL A with Hazmat and Doubles endorsement
CORNERSTONE STAFFING SOUTIONS, INC. Lacey, WA JAN 2013 – May 2013
 Transportation Manager
 Hiring and training of all new employees and drivers
 Create and maintain all personnel and DQ Files
 Create, implement and manage Safety/DOT /Driver Retention programs
 Track drivers, logs and vehicles using XATA Turnpike
 E-Verify trained and certified
 Smith System Defensive Driving Instructor
 Payroll Reconciliation
NRC ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICE Seattle, WA OCT 2008 – OCT 2012
 Pacific Northwest Transportation/ Logistics/Warehouse Manager
 Portland Warehouse/Resource Manager
 Dispatcher/Yard Foreman Manager
 Supply procurement and Inventory Control
 CDL A Driver Hazmat, Doubles, Tanker/Equipment Operator
 Smith Driving System Instructor Certified
 OSHA 10 Certified
 CSA/DOT Compliance/Instructor trained and certified
 Driver recruitment , interview, retention, training & performance review
DREAMIN’ NORTHWEST, INC. OLYMPIA, WA MAY 1995 – OCT 2008
 President/CEO
 Operations Manager
 Transportation Manager
 Dispatcher & Maintenance Manager
 Driver recruitment, interviewing and retention, training and conflict resolution
 Customer Service Representative/Sales and conflict resolution
 Began company at $120,000 per year and elevated to over $3.8 million within 5
years

3. E D U C A T I O N
ORANGE HIGH SCHOOL GENERAL STUDIES RECEIVED DIPLOMA GRADUATED 1983
 Orange, CA June 13, 1983
 US ARMY Primary Leadership Development Course Graduated 1986
 US ARMY Basic Non-Commissioned Officer Course Graduated 1990
S O F T W A R E
 Microsoft Word
 Microsoft Excel
 Microsoft Power Point
 Microsoft Lync
 Microsoft Outlook
 QuickBooks Pro
 Omnitracs E-Log System (XATA)
 Avionte
 Oracle
 Kronos