Michael Balash
Fleetwood,PA
Summary
Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Tow Truck Operator
Jim's Automotive Transports
Pottstown, PA
02.2023 - Current
- Secured vehicle to tow truck and checked all attachments for safe operation.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers and binders to secure load during transit.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
Warehouse Worker
Mayer Pollock Steel
Temple, PA
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Wrapped pallets in shrink wrap prior to loading.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Operated company vehicles and heavy equipment with focus on safety and risk management.
- Identified different metals being brought into the warehouse in a timely manner to keep customers moving and the warehouse running efficiently
Tow Truck Operator
Lenny's Auto
Pottstown, PA
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Secured vehicle to tow truck and checked all attachments for safe operation.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers and binders to secure load during transit.
- Recovered vehicles, completed private tows and managed involuntary pick-ups on behalf of business and law enforcement professionals.
- Answered roadside assistance calls for tows and other vehicle support.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Invoiced, collected monies due and settled accounts with customers each day.
Remodeling Contractor
Smitty's Remodeling
Leesport, PA
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Organized materials, tools and equipment to supply team members.
- Worked on electrical systems in homes
- Installed new plumbing when required
- General carpentry and framing
- Drywall
- Painting
Remodeling Contractor
Celtic Construction
Linden, NJ
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Collaborated with customers to determine budgets for kitchen and bath remodeling projects and find appropriate material sources.
- Organized materials, tools and equipment to supply team members.
- Enhanced team efficiency and multitasking abilities by effectively using hand tools, power tools and equipment.
- Provided first class customer service to meet deadlines with guaranteed satisfaction.
- Consulted with customers to understand desires and help each owner meet individual property objectives.
Maintenance Director
Wyomissing Health And Rehab
Reading, PA
04.2018 - 08.2020
- Created and implemented maintenance program to optimize operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance and safety.
- Verified building areas were working optimally and kept clean.
- Sourced outside contractors for special projects and oversaw bidding and selection processes.
- Supervised safety, prevention and fire protection programs.
- Monitored building systems and directed preventive maintenance.
- Established clear procedures for handling repairs, planning maintenance and completing building updates.
- Worked frequently with mechanical and plumbing systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oley Valley Senior High School
Oley, PA06.2014
Skills
- Roadside Assistance
- Team Goals
- Compliance Issues
- Flatbed Truck Expertise
- Customer Relationships
- Reading Comprehension
- Safety Understanding
- MIG Welding
- Electrical
- Plumbing
- Carpentry
Timeline
Tow Truck Operator
Jim's Automotive Transports
02.2023 - Current
Warehouse Worker
Mayer Pollock Steel
11.2022 - 01.2023
Tow Truck Operator
Lenny's Auto
03.2022 - 10.2022
Remodeling Contractor
Smitty's Remodeling
01.2021 - 08.2021
Remodeling Contractor
Celtic Construction
08.2020 - 12.2020
Maintenance Director
Wyomissing Health And Rehab
04.2018 - 08.2020
High School Diploma -
Oley Valley Senior High School