July Employees of the Month
July Employees of the Month
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 July 2025.
SUPERVISION/CENTRAL MAINTENANCE FACILITY

Kelly
Road Supervisor
Kelly was nominated for employee of the month due to her willingness to support management and coworkers. She maintains a positive attitude and never complains about additional assignments. Kelly will work any and every assignment in the District without hesitation or complaint. She is a pleasure to work with and a great asset to the department and detour shift.

Kevin
Journey Level Mechanic
Kevin has been a vital part of the CMF team for many years. He is dedicated to providing all revenue department employees with the necessary on-the-job training and is always ready to offer expert advice when needed. Kevin’s commitment to the State of Good Repair program has ensured that our coaches are repaired to the highest standards.
EMERYVILLE DIVISION

Tiea
Bus Operator
Bus Operator Tiea is an exceptional bus operator that consistently goes above and beyond to support passengers. She takes pride in covering late-night and early-morning routes with a smile. Tiea’s outstanding attendance and dedication have earned her a reputation for reliability, and her passengers know they can count on her to make the ride pleasant.

Tracy
Storeroom Supervisor
Tracy is indispensable to the daily operations of the Maintenance Department. Overseeing the storeroom, Tracy works tirelessly to ensure that the techs have the parts they need for repairs. Recently, Tracy went above and beyond by sourcing a window from a vendor for one of the BEBs, even though the manufacturer was months behind on delivery. Thank you, Tracy, for your unwavering dedication and daily efforts.
RICHMOND DIVISION

Bhandal
Transportation Clerk D3
Bhandal is a great asset to our division; he is responsible for making sure all Operator credentials are valid. Anytime management needs help with assignments, Bhandal steps-up to assist the team. He is truly an AC Transit star. We appreciate you, Bhandal.

Jasmine
Janitor
Jasmine consistently demonstrates an exemplary work ethic, completing her assigned duties with efficiency and attention to detail. We’ve received numerous compliments from staff praising her positive attitude, thoroughness, and high standards. Despite recent staffing shortages in the Facilities Department, Jasmine has willingly volunteered to step in and help ensure our facilities remain clean, safe, and well-maintained. Thank you, Jasmine, for your dedication and commitment to supporting a safe and welcoming work environment.
EAST OAKLAND DIVISION

Shelly
Bus Operator
Shelly appreciates her role as a Bus Operator. She realizes the importance of serving the communities that we impact and takes the position as a bus operator earnestly. Shelly, kudos to you for your dedication, positivity and excellent customer service.

Richard
Service Employee
Richard is an exceptionally diligent service employee who consistently goes the extra mile to ensure that his responsibilities are fulfilled with the highest quality and efficiency. His efforts are not unseen. A big thank you to Richard for all your hard work and dedication!
HAYWARD DIVISION

Jerry
Bus Operator
Operator Strong is an asset to both the District and the communities he serves. He recently played an instrumental role in helping the Union City Police Department recover and return a lost person safely home to loved ones. His consistent customer care and consummate professionalism make him a well-respected and greatly appreciated member of the D6 team. Great work Jerry - Thanks for all that you do!

Joseph
Service Employee
Kelly was nominated for employee of the month due to her willingness to support management and coworkers. She maintains a positive attitude and never complains about additional assignments. Kelly will work any and every assignment in the District without hesitation or complaint. She is a pleasure to work with and a great asset to the department and detour shift.