David Bailey
Middleburg,FL
Summary
Industrial Maintenance and Construction Professional experienced in industrial machinery installation, mechanical maintenance, structural welding, and pipefitting. Achieved project specifications through effective coordination of work crews and quality monitoring. Focused on delivering value through strong work ethic, adaptability, and mastery of various techniques and tools in diverse environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder & Heavy equipment technician
Krebs Land Development
Palatka, Florida
05.2026 - Current
- Diagnosed hydraulic, engine, and electrical faults on heavy equipment in maintenance shop.
- Repaired bulldozers, loaders, excavators, and haul trucks using hand and power tools.
- Performed preventive maintenance on fleet equipment following safety and service procedures.
- Inspected brakes, tracks, hoses, and bearings for wear, leaks, and damage.
- Welded and repaired land development equipment frames, buckets, and attachments
- Read blueprints and weld symbols for custom fabrication and repair work
- Operated MIG and stick welders on heavy construction materials
- Maintained welding tools, leads, and shop equipment in safe condition
- Followed jobsite safety rules during equipment repair and fabrication tasks
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
Field Supervisor & Millwright
National Industrial Solutions
Winter Haven, Florida
12.2021 - 05.2026
- Coordinated maintenance and installation work, prioritized tasks, and communicated progress between crews and management to ensure timely project completion.
- Install stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans and blueprints.
- Coordinate maintenance and installation work, set priorities, and communicate progress between crews and management.
- Delegated tasks, trained, and mentored team members while upholding workplace safety standards to enhance overall team effectiveness.
- Conducted inspections of mechanical systems to identify wear, misalignment, and damage.
- Completed repairs on conveyors, pumps, motors, and gear assemblies to maintain equipment performance.
- Utilized precision tools to align shafts, couplings, and drive systems for optimal performance.
- Performed replacement of bearings, seals, belts, and damaged machine parts to ensure proper operation.
- Conducted disassembly and reassembly of equipment during maintenance shutdowns to facilitate repairs.
- Adhered to safety procedures while executing repairs and installations in production facility.
- Worked closely with maintenance teams to enhance efficiency and support plant operations.
- Executed alignment of motors, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors, and other mechanical systems to ensure proper function.
- Repaired broken or worn parts by welding, grinding, machining, or fabricating replacement parts.
Property Manager / Business Partner
Self-Employed
12.2020 - 10.2021
- Coordinated property maintenance, repairs, and capital improvements, ensuring timely service from outside providers.
- Managed tenant communication and lease records while facilitating move-out inspections, applicant files, and rent collection.
- Supported staff supervision and daily property operations to maintain a well-functioning property environment.
Pipe Welder / Pipefitter Apprentice
Local 421
01.2018 - 11.2020
- Fabricated, assembled, installed, and maintained various piping systems, ensuring quality and compliance with industry standards.
- Measured, cut, threaded, fitted, and supported pipe to meet precise dimensions and layout specifications.
- Read blueprints, tested piping systems for leaks, and coordinated material movement while adhering to PPE and fall-protection protocols.
Journeyman Millwright / Structural Welder
Mid-State Industrial
09.2016 - 12.2017
- Installed and maintained industrial machinery, ensuring optimal performance through inspection and replacement of defective components.
- Installed and maintained industrial machinery; inspected equipment and replaced defective components.
- Documented maintenance work to uphold safety standards and compliance with site procedures.
Journeyman Millwright / Structural Welder
Amec Foster Wheeler Wood
03.2011 - 09.2016
- Installed, inspected, maintained, and repaired industrial machinery to ensure operational efficiency.
- Interpreted blueprints and layout plans; fabricated components and aligned equipment for accurate assembly.
- Operated various industrial tools to support machinery setup and maintenance. and lifting equipment while following workplace safety procedures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Structural Welding
Florence-Darlington Technical College
Florence, SCGED -
Eastside High School
Gainesville, FLSkills
- Welding techniques
- MIG welding
- Stick welding
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Pipefitting
- Structural welding & metal fabrication
- Machinery installation
- Custom fabrication
- Blueprint interpretation
- Blueprint reading
- Machinery alignment
- Troubleshooting and inspection
- Heavy equipment repair
- Maintenance and repair
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Safety and quality
- OSHA compliance
- Heavy machinery operation
- Hand, power and machine tools
- Team leadership
- Team supervision
- Problem solving
- Heavy machinery operation
- OSHA compliance
Timeline
Welder & Heavy equipment technician
Krebs Land Development
05.2026 - Current
Field Supervisor & Millwright
National Industrial Solutions
12.2021 - 05.2026
Property Manager / Business Partner
Self-Employed
12.2020 - 10.2021
Pipe Welder / Pipefitter Apprentice
Local 421
01.2018 - 11.2020
Journeyman Millwright / Structural Welder
Mid-State Industrial
09.2016 - 12.2017
Journeyman Millwright / Structural Welder
Amec Foster Wheeler Wood
03.2011 - 09.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Structural Welding
Florence-Darlington Technical College
GED -
Eastside High School