Connor Bush

Completed my apprenticeship in 2023 - signed off as a journeyman in July 2023

Have worked on both Commercial sites and on residential jobs.

• Installed and repaired water supply lines, waste disposal systems, and related appliances.
• Replaced worn or damaged plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, tubs, showers, and garbage disposals.
• Tested pipe systems for leaks using air and water pressure gauges.
• Inspected drainage and other plumbing systems to identify necessary repairs.
• Cut openings in walls or floors to accommodate pipes and fittings.
• Connected gas lines to stoves, dryers, hot water heaters, furnaces.
• Soldered copper pipe joints to connect water supply lines for new installations.
• Maintained records of work performed on each job site including material used and time spent on the job.
• Ran tests on newly installed systems to ensure proper functionality before finalising projects.
• Followed relevant codes, regulations and safety techniques.
• Used power tools to create assemblies and sub-assemblies.
• Cut and beveled piping using cutting torches, saws and threading machines.
• Installed and extended underground storm, sanitation and water piping systems to connect fixtures and plumbing.
• Studied blueprints and inspected structures to assess material and equipment needs, pipe installation sequence and installation around possible obstructions.
• Read blueprints accurately to determine dimensions of piping required for installation projects and estimating job costs.
• Calculated costs associated with labor and materials needed for each project.
• Researched current industry standards so that all installations are compliant with applicable regulations.
• Followed safety protocols while working in hazardous environments such as septic tanks or gas lines.
• Assisted apprentices with learning basic skills such as soldering pipes or installing valves.
• Cut and fit pipes to established measurements.

• Monitored swimmers to ensure safety in the pool area.
• Performed emergency rescues when necessary.
• Conducted daily pool maintenance, including testing and adjusting chemical levels.
• Provided assistance to swimmers of varying skill levels.
• Enforced all safety regulations and posted rules for patrons.
• Maintained accurate records of incident reports, pool chemicals, and patron counts.
• Instructed patrons on proper use of diving boards, slides, ladders.
• Responded quickly to medical emergencies in the pool area.
• Reported any unsafe conditions or suspicious activity to management immediately.
• Inspected rescue tubes and buoys regularly to ensure they are in good condition.
• Observed swimmers from elevated chairs while scanning the entire pool deck.
• Maintained constant surveillance of patrons in the swimming area at all times.
• Watched over swimmers to respond quickly to distress situations.
• Monitored behaviors for safety violations and took steps to prevent further violations.
• Identified emergency situations or potential drownings and entered water for lifesaving measures.