Daniel Balke
Sedalia,MO
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with experience as a Correctional Officer at Pettis County Sheriff's Office, skilled in emergency response and conflict resolution. Proven ability to enhance safety and security through proactive measures and effective de-escalation techniques. Committed to maintaining a secure environment while ensuring compliance with regulations.
Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Pettis County Sheriff's Office
03.2025 - Current
- Monitored inmate behavior to maintain safety and security within facility.
- Conducted regular inspections of cells and common areas for contraband.
- Assisted in the processing of new inmates, ensuring adherence to procedures.
- Responded promptly to incidents, utilizing de-escalation techniques when necessary.
- Attended training sessions to enhance skills in emergency response and conflict resolution.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Reduced inmate altercations through proactive conflict resolution strategies.
- Ensured security of facility perimeter by conducting routine patrols.
Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer/Truck Driver
Do-Rite Construction
11.2022 - 03.2025
- Operated heavy machinery including excavators, bulldozers, and haul trucks
- Conducted daily safety inspections of equipment to ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Collaborated with crew members to coordinate workflow, minimizing downtime and enhancing productivity on site.
- Maintained equipment through regular servicing and troubleshooting to reduce operational disruptions and costs.
- MSHA and OSHA certified
- Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
- Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
- Experience with grading/leveling
- sewer pipe laying
- OTR dump trucks and off road dump trucks
Farm Hand
COMBS FARMS
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Supported livestock care by feeding, cleaning, and monitoring animal health regularly.
- Helped transport harvested goods driving grain trucks
- Sanitized and cleaned out grain bins making sure they were operational and ready for harvest
CDL STUDENT HELPER
GO TRUCKING CDL
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Learned and practiced safety protocols for operating commercial vehicles.
- Demonstrated proficiency in vehicle inspection and maintenance checks.
- Gained experience in navigating diverse road conditions and environments.
- Assisted instructors with training sessions on driving regulations and best practices.
- Assisted in training new drivers on CDL rules, regulations, and best practices for safe driving.
Education
High School Diploma -
Smith-Cotton High School
Sedalia, CO05-2022
Skills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Inmate transport
- Mental health awareness
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeTimeline
Correctional Officer
Pettis County Sheriff's Office
03.2025 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer/Truck Driver
Do-Rite Construction
11.2022 - 03.2025
Farm Hand
COMBS FARMS
09.2022 - 11.2022
CDL STUDENT HELPER
GO TRUCKING CDL
06.2022 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Smith-Cotton High School