Crossposted from Metro Matters

They enjoy watching the Seattle Sounders and Manchester United. One is a “Proud Country Girl” who enjoys being outdoors. They fish, hunt and travel and play softball and volleyball. Those who ride with them say one went the extra mile to return a lost phone: “I can’t tell you how happy I am to have it back, knowing it was safely with him the entire time.” Another rider talked about their ability to help a distraught passenger: “I was so impressed with her ability, in the midst of snow and ice and a schedule that was being delayed by a distraught person, to remain calm, and be very kind to someone in obvious distress.”

These operators—with over 150 years of transit driving experience—are as unique as you. They also enjoy meeting with their riders and giving back to their communities. Read more.