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August Employees of the Month

August Employees of the Month

August 01,2025

Keeping AC Transit buses on the road and running smoothly takes hard work and dedication. Each month, the District recognizes the outstanding service of drivers and mechanics by awarding “Employee of the Month” honors in the Supervision, Maintenance, and Transportation divisions.

Supervisors at the Central Maintenance Facility and AC Transit’s four bus divisions—Emeryville, Richmond, East Oakland, and Hayward—nominate candidates. Superintendents then review the nominations and select one transportation and one maintenance employee from each division, along with one from the Central Maintenance Facility.

Honorees receive a gift certificate to a local restaurant in appreciation of their contributions.

We are pleased to announce the Employees of the Month for August 2025.

SUPERVISION/CENTRAL MAINTENANCE FACILITY

Richard

Richard

Transportation Supervisor

Richard is a key member of the Supervision Department. He consistently shows up each day with a positive attitude and smile on his face, willing, and ready to take on any task.   

Alejandro

Alejandro

Storeroom Supervisor

Alejandro has shown exceptional dedication and made significant contributions to enhancing operations in the CMF storeroom. Alejandro has brought consistency and structure to unit room organization, creating a more efficient and streamlined process flow for purchasing and inventory control to order parts for the unit rooms.  

EMERYVILLE DIVISION

Patrick

Mark

Bus Operator

It is an honor to nominate and celebrate Mark as Employee of the Month. Beyond his excellent performance as an Operator, he also serves as a Line Instructor and a Mentor. His guidance and support have been key to ensuring the new operators are fully prepared to take on challenges with confidence and skill. He is a true Division 3 leader. 

Carlos

Carlos

Service Employee

Carlos is a vital team member, always giving his best both on the island and in the yard. As a leader, he handles challenges calmly and resolves issues quickly. His willingness to share knowledge and dedication motivates others. His leadership, commitment, and enthusiasm are highly valued. Thank you, Carlos, for your exceptional role model qualities. 

RICHMOND DIVISION

Willie

Willie 

Dispatcher

Willie is an exceptional team player who consistently goes above and beyond to support his colleagues. He readily steps up to cover additional shifts when needed and provides excellent customer service to passengers and staff. Known for his punctuality and unwavering courtesy, Willie treats everyone with respect and promotes a positive and collaborative work environment. 

Rafael

Rafael

Janitor

Rafael consistently goes above and beyond in his role as a Facility Mechanic. He responds promptly to urgent repairs, ensures preventive maintenance is completed, and finds creative solutions to complex mechanical issues—all with a positive, can-do attitude. This past month, Rafael kept things “rolling” with the successful completion of the Lost & Found bike rack relocation project. Thank you, Rafael, for your outstanding work and dedication. 

EAST OAKLAND DIVISION

Steve

Steve

Bus Operator

Steve is a highly dependable team member with an outstanding attendance record. His positive attitude and uplifting spirit consistently inspire those around him. Steve delivers exceptional customer service to both passengers and staff. We’re truly grateful for his unwavering dedication and commitment to upholding our service standards. Thank you once again! 

Kyin

Kyin

Journey Level Mechanic 

Kyin is a valued team member and consistently contributes to a positive work environment. Kyin takes on any task, from replacing worn kingpins to troubleshooting electric issues, especially on our BAE coaches. He completes tasks on time and meets or surpasses quality standards. Your commitment is truly appreciated. 

HAYWARD DIVISION

Eboni

Eboni

Bus Operator

Eboni’s dedication, uplifting attitude, and unwavering focus are a shining example of bus operator excellence. Her outstanding customer service skills have earned repeated praise and admiration from passengers. Thank you, Eboni, for your commitment and exceptional contributions. We are proud to honor you as our August 2025 Employee of the Month. 

Patrick

Patrick

Service Employee

Patrick is an asset to the district and D6, consistently cleaning the buses to a high standard and lending a hand on his days off. Patrick is always willing to assist and maintains a positive attitude, even when supporting other divisions. Thank you, Patrick, for your support of D6.