Gary Bush Jr
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Pursued opportunities that foster professional growth, challenge, and career advancement.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Gas Foreman
SouthEast Connections
Chesapeake, VA
2025 - Current
- Directed construction crew operations while providing hands-on assistance to ensure project efficiency.
- Oversaw large-scale projects, leading teams of five or more crew members.
- Completed daily paperwork including timesheets, service cards, production reports, traceability documentation, and customer pay sheets.
- Facilitated training sessions for crew members to ensure compliance with company safety policies.
- Acted as primary liaison for customers, inspectors, subcontractors, and vendors executing field operations.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure compliance with job specifications and customer requirements.
- Oversaw crew performance to guarantee successful job completion aligned with project schedule and budget constraints.
- Managed compliance of all work with installation standards.
- Assisted in applying gas installation techniques and adhering to industry standards. Supported project organization through effective management skills. Aided in reading and drafting blueprints, including as-builts.
Gas Foreman
The Desoto Group
Chesapeake, VA
2023 - 2025
- Supervised construction crew on job site, ensuring compliance with installation and safety standards.
- Oversaw field operations, prioritizing safety compliance, efficiency, cost management, and innovation.
- Oversaw construction activities to ensure adherence to company procedures and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Directed construction crew operations while providing hands-on support and guidance.
- Oversaw large-scale projects, directing teams of five or more crew members.
- Completed daily paperwork including timesheets, service cards, production reports, traceability documentation, and customer pay sheets.
- Facilitated training sessions for crew members to ensure compliance with company safety policies.
- Acted as primary liaison for customers, inspectors, subcontractors, and vendors executing field operations.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure compliance with job specifications and customer requirements.
- Oversaw crew performance to guarantee successful job completion aligned with project schedule and budget constraints.
- Managed compliance of all work with installation standards.
Gas Labor/Foreman
MasTec
Chesapeake, VA
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Directed construction crew operations while providing hands-on assistance to ensure project efficiency.
- Oversaw crew performance to guarantee successful job completion aligned with project schedule and budget constraints.
- Completed daily paperwork to maintain compliance with operational standards. Assisted customers, inspectors, subcontractors, and vendors with inquiries and coordination in the field.
- Operated hand and power tools to install natural gas pipelines efficiently.
- Oversaw maintenance and care protocols for all company vehicles and equipment.
- Followed safety protocols and project guidelines to maintain a secure work environment. Assisted in various tasks as needed to support team objectives.
Gas Labor
Willbros T & D
Chesapeake, VA
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Executed jobsite cleanup and sod installation tasks to maintain site organization and aesthetics.
- Enforced compliance with fundamental safety policies.
- Acquired proficiency in skilled tasks, including pipe fusion techniques.
- Executed additional responsibilities as assigned to support team objectives.
- Facilitated repair, maintenance, construction, installation, and reconditioning of distribution pipelines.
- Executed installation and repair of natural gas pipelines utilizing hand and power tools.
- Oversaw maintenance and care protocols for all company vehicles and equipment.
- Operated effectively in challenging weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind.
Plumber’s /Media/Student Aide
Commonwealth of Virginia
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Assisted plumber with routine maintenance calls and repairs; assisted library patrons in utilizing the facility and locating resources; assisted GED instructors in the classroom setting with instructional and organizational tasks
Child Care Assistant
YMCA
01.2006 - 01.2008
Education
High School Diploma - General Academic Diploma
Nansemond River High School
Suffolk, VA01.2008
Skills
CPR Certified
OSHA Certified
TRAC Pipe Certification
Familiarity with various water piping systems
Capability of installing various plumbing fixtures
Ability to read and interpret prints
Commonwealth of Virginia Driver’s License
Timeline
Gas Labor/Foreman
MasTec
01.2016 - 01.2023
Gas Labor
Willbros T & D
01.2014 - 01.2016
Plumber’s /Media/Student Aide
Commonwealth of Virginia
01.2008 - 01.2012
Child Care Assistant
YMCA
01.2006 - 01.2008
Gas Foreman
SouthEast Connections
2025 - Current
Gas Foreman
The Desoto Group
2023 - 2025
High School Diploma - General Academic Diploma
Nansemond River High School