Harold Ravenel
Summerville,SC
Summary
Experienced Welder and Mechanic with 8 years in chassis repairs and MIG welding. Specializes in metal fabrication and troubleshooting to ensure superior workmanship. Holds multiple welding certifications and EPA Refrigeration Certification, prioritizing safety and delivering outstanding results across commercial and residential projects.
Overview
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1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder/Mechanic
Charleston Blast and Paint
Charleston, SC
10.2019 - 05.2026
- Performed chassis repairs and fabricated components to restore vehicle integrity and safety.
- Replaced brake pads, drums, chambers, and slack adjusters to maintain optimal braking performance. , brake drums , brake chambers, and slack adjusters.
- Removed and replaced marker lights, 7 way plugs, and air tanks to enhance vehicle visibility and compliance. marker lights, 7 way plug, and air tank.
- Troubleshot ABS light and valve issues to restore vehicle safety systems. light and valve.
Driver/Mover/Packer
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK
Charleston, SC
05.2007 - 06.2019
- Drove out of town, maintaining accurate DOT log book for compliance.
- Loaded and unloaded 26ft truck, ensuring safe transport of goods.
- Pack items for residential and commercial clients.
Painter/Laborer
Executive Painting
Charleston, SC
11.2006 - 05.2007
- Led punch out crew to ensure property readiness for occupancy.
- Applied interior and exterior finishes to enhance property aesthetics.
- Executed painting projects in residential and commercial settings to meet client specifications.
Education
Diesel Electric Generator - Training program
Maritime Institute of Technology
Baltimore, MDWelding Technician - Trade school
ReadySC
Charleston, SCBasic SMAW Welding (STICK) - Trade school
Trident Technical College
Charleston, SCCarpentry 2 - Trade school
Palmetto Unified School District No.1
Ridgeland, SCCore Curriculum - Trade school
Palmetto Unified School District No.1
Ridgeland, SCCarpentry 1 - Trade school
Palmetto Unified School District No.1
Ridgeland, SCHigh school diploma -
Baptist Hill High School
Hollywood, SCSkills
- Welding
- MIG welding
- Stick welding
- FCAW
- Plasma cutting
- Metal fabrication
- Metal finishing
- Vehicle maintenance
- Hand tools
- Power tools
- Mathematical calculations
- Attention to detail
- Work ethic
- Welding expertise
- Torch
Certification
- EPA Refrigeration Certification, 06/01/24, Present, Type 1 - Small Appliances, Type 2 - High Pressure and Very High Pressure, Type 3 - Low Pressure Appliances, Universal - Type 1, 2, 3
- Welding Certification
- Driver's License
Timeline
Welder/Mechanic
Charleston Blast and Paint
10.2019 - 05.2026
Driver/Mover/Packer
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK
05.2007 - 06.2019
Painter/Laborer
Executive Painting
11.2006 - 05.2007
Diesel Electric Generator - Training program
Maritime Institute of Technology
Welding Technician - Trade school
ReadySC
Basic SMAW Welding (STICK) - Trade school
Trident Technical College
Carpentry 2 - Trade school
Palmetto Unified School District No.1
Core Curriculum - Trade school
Palmetto Unified School District No.1
Carpentry 1 - Trade school
Palmetto Unified School District No.1
High school diploma -
Baptist Hill High School