William Bentley
Troutville,VA
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Freight Car Repairman Inspector
Norfolk Southern
Roanoke, VA
11.2023 - Current
- Ensure compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety and operations
- Inspect car components for compliance with AAR and FRA standards.
- Obtain information from computer regarding car components, destination, lading, and repair records and/or to file data such as repair information, bad orders, and car releases.
- Able to proficiently use cutting torch in all positions.
- SMAW and FCAW welding processes that include 2F, 3F and 4F positions.
- Operate forklifts, light cranes, and car moving equipment.
- Operate various vehicles, maybe required to obtain CDL for operation of Locomotive Service truck.
- Rerail cars and locomotives by using rerailing equipment and perform other work associated with wreck service on the railroad.
- Straighten, fabricate, and replace steel parts such as: grab irons, handholds, ladders, ladder brackets, and sill steps.
- Repair, remove, or replace defective components such as wheels, safety appliances, truck and brake equipment, couplers, yokes, draft gears, and air brake valves, weld broken parts or secure new parts.
Mobile Equipment Operator
Gerdau Ameristeel
Roanoke, VA
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Responsible for safely operating mobile equipment to include hydraulic grapple crane, mobile shear, magnet crane, and all other mobile equipment.
- Duties involve prompt attention and service to avoid delays.
- Requires the use of judgment to plan, perform, and make decisions as to the sequence of material movement and handling procedures required to service the Shredder in a timely and efficient manner.
- Follows all PPE requirements and safety rules/guidelines for all tasks being performed.
Industrial Maintenance Foreman
Total Plant Maintenance ( Contract )
Low Moor, VA
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Ensure safety and security of employees and company assets.
- Supervise job site personnel to complete scope of work assigned.
- Lead and direct a crew of 4-15 members.
- Schedule employee work and work hours for assigned employees.
- Maintain records for use in managing or control.
Class A CDL Driver
Velocity Rail Solutions
Roanoke, VA
11.2021 - 02.2023
- Drive to Norfolk Southern sites fully loaded with red-dye diesel to fuel trains on a set scheduled route.
- Load trailer after completing daily deliveries.
- Log all fueling activities.
- Maintain basic maintenance on company trucks.
Owner/ Install Contractor
W.T. Bentley Incorporated
Troutville, VA
03.2020 - 11.2021
- Contract services to Leaf Filter installing gutter guards using hand tools, power tools.
- Provided front line customer service.
- Contract labor services to companies as needed.
- Currently assisting Heritage Moving and Storage.
Production Supervisor
Roanoke Cement
Troutville, VA
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Responsible for the 24/7 operation of the entire plant including Kiln operation, safety, production, reliability control, process management, training and development of employees.
- Supervised control room operations.
- Scheduling of maintenance routine and emergency.
- Scheduling and posting of overtime, utilizing Kronos time keeping.
- Assist with Root cause investigation.
- Properly administer all plant policies and adhere to condition of collective bargaining contract.
- Other duties as assigned.
- MSHA regulated company.
Steel Mill Services Associate
Minerals Technologies
Roanoke, VA
03.2018 - 12.2018
- Operate shotcrete pump to apply refractory to steel mill ladles and other applications as needed.
- Assist in field trials, identifies new potential sales opportunities.
- Works closely with district account manager.
- Provide service to more than one shop or account.
- Maintain field equipment and manage parts use.
- Actively participate in on-going safety culture.
- Track all expenses for budget purposes.
Shot Crew Member
Austin Powder Company
Troutville, VA
07.2017 - 03.2018
- Assist with site preparation and equipment setup.
- Drive to and from site with explosive materials.
- Assist Blaster in Charge with safety preparation of blast site.
- Provide labor support at job sites, perform general and preventive maintenance on trucks and equipment.
- Approved to transport, ship, receive explosive materials by the ATF.
Owner/ Operator
William Bentley Insurance
Troutville, VA
09.2016 - 07.2017
- Generate new sales to existing and prospective customers.
- Provide personalized service to clients' changing insurance needs by scheduling fact finding appointments.
- Manage all business and office duties.
Maintenance Technician
Roanoke Cement Company
Troutville, VA
08.2012 - 09.2016
- Maintained and repair plant equipment issued on work orders or as breakdowns occurred.
- Diagnosed and repaired equipment such as kiln, raw mills, finish mills, coal mills, pumps, compressors and crushers.
- Operated welders, cutting torches, and other hand/power tools.
- Also operated various heavy equipment.
- Attended and participated in safety meetings.
- Utilized Lock out/ Tag out/ Try out.
- Familiar with 5S practice.
- Appointed to plant Emergency Response Team.
- Operated various types of heavy equipment while working in the mine.
Conductor
CSX Railroad
Clifton Forge, VA
05.2010 - 08.2012
- Supervised train crews on freight train and coordinated switch engine crews.
- Ensured compliance with all train orders, signals, and railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and Federal Railroad Administration.
Shift Lieutenant (Assistant Watch Commander)
Western Virginia Regional Jail
Salem, VA
09.2008 - 05.2010
- Conducted and reviewed performance evaluations of 2 Shift Sergeants and 26 Officers.
- Prepared shift schedules and established post assignments for each shift.
- Ensured personnel assigned to Platoon were adequately trained in security and other aspects of the jail.
- Supervised control operations, completed logs, maintained records, and prepared reports in compliance with appropriate ACA and Virginia DOC standards.
- Acted as Platoon Commander in his absence.
Maintenance Supervisor
Koppers Industries
Salem, VA
03.2007 - 09.2008
- Managed maintenance budgets.
- Managed projects related to plant maintenance, generated reports, and distributed work orders to Mechanics.
- Utilized various manuals to order parts for all machines, including rolling stock.
- Operated plant machinery to troubleshoot problems with Mechanics.
- Used C Works (preventive maintenance software) to track maintenance, PM schedules.
- Applied and directed lockout/tagout/tryout safety program.
Production Supervisor
Yokohama Tire Corporation
Salem, VA
03.2004 - 08.2007
Education
No Degree -
Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke, VAHigh school diploma -
Lord Botetourt High School
Daleville, VASkills
- Conducted thorough inspections and repairs on various equipment types, enhancing reliability and performance
- Organized and maintained workspaces using 5S principles for improved productivity
- Achieved successful acquisition of FCC license by implementing efficient project management strategies Delivered comprehensive documentation that met all regulatory requirements, resulting in expedited processing Fostered collaboration among team members to enhance application quality and compliance
- Achieved on-time delivery of goods through effective management of tractor-trailer operations Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining high standards of service and communication Streamlined loading processes, resulting in improved turnaround times
- Managed backhoe functions for precise digging and trenching, contributing to project timelines and safety standards
- Achieved timely project delivery through effective coordination of construction activities Enhanced team productivity by implementing streamlined processes Fostered a collaborative environment that improved communication and project outcomes
- Achieved timely project delivery through effective team coordination and resource management Enhanced project performance by streamlining communication and task execution Drove successful outcomes by aligning team efforts with project goals
- Achieved timely delivery of goods through effective route planning and vehicle operation Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining high standards of service and safety Contributed to operational efficiency by adhering to regulatory requirements and best practices
- Leveraged mechanical knowledge to conduct thorough inspections and maintenance of machinery
- Managed operation of heavy equipment, adhering to safety protocols and optimizing performance on-site
- Completed Surface Foreman Certification, demonstrating expertise in overseeing surface mining activities and team management
Certification
Surface Foreman Certification
General Mineral Miner Certification
Class A CDL with all endorsements
FCC Radiotelephone Operator License
Timeline
Freight Car Repairman Inspector
Norfolk Southern
11.2023 - Current
Mobile Equipment Operator
Gerdau Ameristeel
06.2023 - 11.2023
Industrial Maintenance Foreman
Total Plant Maintenance ( Contract )
02.2023 - 06.2023
Class A CDL Driver
Velocity Rail Solutions
11.2021 - 02.2023
Owner/ Install Contractor
W.T. Bentley Incorporated
03.2020 - 11.2021
Production Supervisor
Roanoke Cement
01.2019 - 03.2020
Steel Mill Services Associate
Minerals Technologies
03.2018 - 12.2018
Shot Crew Member
Austin Powder Company
07.2017 - 03.2018
Owner/ Operator
William Bentley Insurance
09.2016 - 07.2017
Maintenance Technician
Roanoke Cement Company
08.2012 - 09.2016
Conductor
CSX Railroad
05.2010 - 08.2012
Shift Lieutenant (Assistant Watch Commander)
Western Virginia Regional Jail
09.2008 - 05.2010
Maintenance Supervisor
Koppers Industries
03.2007 - 09.2008
Production Supervisor
Yokohama Tire Corporation
03.2004 - 08.2007
No Degree -
Virginia Western Community College
High school diploma -
Lord Botetourt High School