June 2019 Employees of the Month

It takes a lot of hard work and dedication to keep AC Transit buses on the road and running smoothly. Each month, the District honors the service of those drivers and mechanics who contribute directly to this effort by awarding “Employee of the Month” honors from our Supervision, Maintenance and Transportation divisions. Our candidates are nominated by supervisors at our Central Maintenance Facility and at each of AC Transit’s four bus divisions in Emeryville, East Oakland, Hayward and Richmond. Winners from each of division and one from the Central Maintenance Facility are selected by the Superintendent of the division. Each winner receives a gift certificate to a local restaurant.

We are pleased to announce the “Employee of the Month” winners for June 2019.

SUPERVISION

Sean Thomas

Transportation Supervisor

Sean Thomas is a true team player. Mr. Thomas is always available to assist on the road and at either Operations Control Center (OCC) or San Francisco Transit Center (STC) locations. He consistently steps up on a moment’s notice to help manage Operations on any shift

CENTRAL MAINTENANCE FACILITY

Kevin Beeman

Journey Level Mechanic

Mr. Beeman is an asset at CMF. He assists mechanics with parts, work orders, and implements new processes to streamline the workflow. Mr. Beeman is always willing to give input and lend a helping hand on the floor. He always greets employees and visitors with a smile. He is a great example of Customer Service at AC Transit. 

EMERYVILLE DIVISION

Christopher Garcia

Journey Level Mechanic

Mr. Garcia is an excellent mechanic who is always ready and willing to do any job given to him. He completes his tasks with confidence and professionalism. He gets along with his crew and is liked by all. Mr. Garcia is a true asset to AC Transit.

Alita Webb

Bus Operator

Alita Webb is an excellent employee with a great personality and smile. She assists coworkers, volunteers for special events, arrives to work on-time and performs well as an operator or dispatcher. Ms. Webb is a team player with a positive attitude and work ethic.

RICHMOND DIVISION

Norman Martinsen

Mechanic

Mr. Martinsen is an exceptional employee that the District should be proud of. He interacts with operators during am pullout and makes sure that all Bart Early Bird operators are well versed in the operations of the double-decker bus resulting in a 100% on-time departure. Thank You for your service Norman.

Victoria Sanchez

Dispatcher

Dispatcher Victoria Sanchez is a skilled dispatch trainer and valuable team player. Ms. Sanchez willingly assists co-workers and continuously goes above and beyond in her everyday duties. Congratulations and great job, Dispatcher Sanchez!

EAST OAKLAND DIVISION

Raymond Yuen

Journey Level Mechanic

Mr. Yuen is always on time and ready to tackle any assignment given. He always gives a helping hand to colleagues in either diagnosing and or repairing coaches. Mr. Yuen has stepped up to take on the lead man responsibilities and is an excellent tech in our Fuel Cell Dept.

Lorraine Fowler

Division Clerk

Lorraine Fowler embodies the spirit of outstanding customer service skills as a Transportation Division Clerk. Ms. Fowler’s interpersonal skills, knowledge, and pleasant demeanor allow her to support and assist Operators efficiently and effectively.  She is a dependable team player with excellent attendance and a strong work ethic. Division 4 Transportation appreciates all of Ms. Fowler’s hard work and dedication by proudly acknowledging her as Employee of the Month!

HAYWARD DIVISION

Michael Leite

Facility Maintenance Mechanic

Mr. Leite always comes to work with a positive attitude and never hesitates to take on new challenges. He assists with making the facility equipment operate efficiently daily. Mr. Leite is a team player and a huge asset to the Division 6 Maintenance Team.

Raymond Martinez

Bus Operator

Operator Raymond Martinez represents the District by exercising exceptional professionalism and care for AC Transit passengers. In addition to performing scheduled tasks, Operator Martinez performs beyond his duties as a Coach Operator.  Operator Martinez’s professionalism is recognized consistently via customer feedback and District recognition. Customers describe operator Martinez as professional, patient, kind, very helpful, and well mannered.  Congratulation and great job, Mr. Martinez!