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Ryan Raab

Walhalla,SC

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in welding fabrication and inventory management, notably at BR Landworks. Experienced in various welding techniques, including gas tungsten arc welding, and adept at improving customer service processes. Proven track record of enhancing productivity and precision in fast-paced environments. Skilled in both technical guidance and team supervision, demonstrating exceptional leadership and welding equipment maintenance capabilities.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Welding Fabricator

BR Landworks
Tamassee, SC
10.2023 - Current
  • Fabricated metal components using welding techniques such as MIG, TIG and Oxy-Acetylene welding.
  • Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
  • Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
  • Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean and organized work environment to ensure safety and productivity.
  • Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.

Inventory Assistant

Robbins Chevrolet
Humble, TX
06.2024 - 12.2024
  • Performed inventory cycle counting and identified discrepancies.
  • Entered information into system to update status reports.
  • Identified and resolved inventory problems, including damaged or lost items.
  • Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain accuracy.

M1 Armor Crewman

United States Army
El Paso, TX
10.2020 - 04.2024
  • Directly supervised tank crews ensuring compliance with established regulations and standard operating procedures.
  • Provided technical guidance to junior personnel regarding repair and maintenance of armor equipment.
  • Conducted preventive maintenance checks and services on M1A2 Abrams Main Battle Tanks.
  • Maintained accountability of all assigned equipment and vehicles.
  • Repaired damaged vehicles under extreme conditions such as limited visibility or restricted access areas.

Customer Service

Eclectic Sun LLC
Salem, SC
04.2018 - 09.2020
  • Developed strategies for improving customer service processes.
  • Formulated strategies for improving customer service standards.
  • Provided excellent customer service to guests.

Education

Trade School - Welding/Pipfitting

Tulsa Welding School
Houston, TX
01-2025

Skills

  • Submerged arc welding
  • Welding equipment maintenance
  • Joint preparation
  • Structural fabrication
  • Welding positioning
  • Carbon steel welding
  • Flux-cored arc welding
  • Torch cutting
  • Welding symbols interpretation
  • Gas tungsten arc welding
  • Plasma arc cutting
  • Pipe welding
  • Stainless steel welding
  • Shielded metal arc welding
  • Gas metal arc welding

Timeline

Inventory Assistant

Robbins Chevrolet
06.2024 - 12.2024

Welding Fabricator

BR Landworks
10.2023 - Current

M1 Armor Crewman

United States Army
10.2020 - 04.2024

Customer Service

Eclectic Sun LLC
04.2018 - 09.2020

Trade School - Welding/Pipfitting

Tulsa Welding School
Ryan Raab