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December Employees of the Month

December Employees of the Month

December 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 December 2025.

SUPERVISION/CENTRAL MAINTENANCE FACILITY

Jerry

Jerry

Transportation Supervisor

We proudly recognize Jerry as our Employee of the Month for his outstanding dedication, professionalism, and commitment to excellence. He consistently demonstrates a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a willingness to go above and beyond for both the team and our customers. We truly appreciate and celebrate his contributions and success. 

Shirley

Shirley

Inventory Control Clerk

Shirley's ability to connect the dots, get to the root of the problem & deliver is genuinely remarkable. With over 40 years of experience at AC Transit, she is a living encyclopedia of bus parts and materials. Her extensive knowledge also encompasses the organization's rich history, dating back to the Key System era. 

EMERYVILLE DIVISION

Vannarith

Vannarith

Bus Operator

Vannarith is a dependable, professional, and courteous bus operator who consistently goes above and beyond for both his passengers and co-workers. He is reliable, ensuring the safety and comfort of his riders, while treating everyone with respect.

Carlos

Carlos

Journey Level Mechanic 

Carlos took the initiative to deploy new service trucks, set up initial inventory, and ensured they were ready for service. Carlos also decommissioned the old trucks, providing a smooth transition and demonstrating genuine pride in his work. His dedication, teamwork, and leadership make him invaluable to the D2 Maintenance late shift.  

RICHMOND DIVISION

Juan

Juan 

Bus Operator

Juan is highly regarded as reliable and hard-working by his co-workers. Operator Juan enjoys working with the public and takes pride in assisting passengers. He brings a remarkable level of professionalism to the position and makes working together an absolute pleasure. 

Carlos

Carlos

Service Employee

Carlos consistently performs above and beyond expectations. He is highly skilled and dedicated to providing our customers with clean and safe transportation. Carlos makes sure all daily tasks are completed at the Fuel Island and has been a major factor in ensuring our division meets the cleaning KPI goals. Thank you, Carlos! Division 3 appreciates your hard work!

EAST OAKLAND DIVISION

Lena

Lena

Dispatcher

Dispatcher Lena demonstrates exceptional professionalism in both her conduct and communications. Ms. Lena fulfills her responsibilities with excellence and proactively provides support beyond the standard expectations of a dispatcher. Her dedication has resulted in consistent positive customer feedback and measurable improvements in overall service quality. 

Ryan

Ryan

Journey Level Mechanic

Ryan consistently approaches challenges with a proactive, solution-driven mindset. This month, he successfully repaired a BRT coach with recurring Check Engine Light (CEL) issues and has taken the initiative to learn soldering to support A/C system leak repairs. His dedication, eagerness to learn, and collaborative approach make him an invaluable team member who readily helps others tackle complex problems. 

HAYWARD DIVISION

Janelle

Jannelle

Dispatcher

Jannelle has been nominated for Employee of the Month in recognition of her unwavering dedication, exceptional problemsolving skills, and consistent reliability in her role as a dispatcher. Her work ethic and commitment are an essential part of the team. Thank you and congratulations, Dispatcher Jannelle!

Hung

Hung

Journey Level Mechanic

Hung consistently demonstrates strong technical skill, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and teamwork. This month, he proactively diagnosed and repaired a repeater with air supply issues, conducting a thorough system inspection to pinpoint the root cause. His initiative and reliability make him an exemplary contributor to our team's success.