David Balasko
Morgantown,WV
Summary
Reliable industrial maintenance professional with experience in pumps, piping, welding, and chemical processing equipment. Strong problem-solving and team communication skills support fast troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and safe production operations. Focused on reducing downtime and maintaining efficient equipment performance.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Utility Maintenance Worker II
SII Group
Morgantown, West Virginia
06.2017 - Current
- Operated chemical processing equipment and managed handling of phenol and phosphorus trichloride according to safety and production protocols.
- Fabricated and installed insulation blankets and metal jacketing for piping and industrial equipment.
- Shaped and bent copper tubing while monitoring steam systems to ensure proper temperature and consistent product flow.
- Operated forklifts and aerial man lifts safely in an industrial environment.
Maintenance Technician
Clean Earth
Morgantown, West Virginia
10.2015 - 05.2017
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on industrial equipment and piping systems.
- Troubleshot damaged or malfunctioning equipment and piping to minimize downtime.
- Disassembled, inspected, repaired, and reassembled industrial pumps and related equipment.
- Completed welding and fabrication on metal piping for industrial systems.
- Assisted with equipment repair and maintenance tasks following workplace safety procedures.
- Operated forklifts to move equipment, materials, and supplies safely.
Welder
MTS Fab
Morgantown, West Virginia
04.2002 - 08.2015
- Fabricated and welded mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminum parts.
- Executed air arc gouging for efficient metal removal and repair.
- Interpreted blueprints to fabricate components for longwall mining equipment.
- Adhered to safety protocols in high-temperature industrial conditions to ensure workplace safety.
Shipping and Receiving Lead
Lowes Home Improvment
Morgantown, West Virginia
09.1997 - 12.2006
- Coordinated inbound shipments at Lowe's Home Improvement receiving dock
- Managed warehouse operations by organizing workflow, delegating tasks, and ensuring accuracy of product labeling.
- Directed associates in loading, unloading, and dock organization
- Unloaded freight from trailers using pallet jacks and forklifts
- Inspected packages for damage and reported discrepancies to management
- Maintained safe, clean work areas in Lowe's stockroom and dock
Education
High School Diploma -
Morgantown High School
Morgantown, WV05-1995
Skills
- Steam systems
- Equipment maintenance
- Heavy machinery operation
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Industrial safety
- Safety awareness
- Problem solving
- Material handling
- Team collaboration
- Time management
Timeline
Utility Maintenance Worker II
SII Group
06.2017 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Clean Earth
10.2015 - 05.2017
Welder
MTS Fab
04.2002 - 08.2015
Shipping and Receiving Lead
Lowes Home Improvment
09.1997 - 12.2006
High School Diploma -
Morgantown High School