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Know Your Operator: Koamivi Attisso 

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Posted by John Komarek | April 1, 2026

In 2007, Koamivi (Kwah-mee-VEE) Attisso left Togo in West Africa and in search of opportunity. Today, he’s a Metro Transit light rail operator. “I’ve always loved transportation,” Koamivi said. “I lived near the airport as a kid. I dreamed [...]

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Know Your Operator: James Bloodworth 

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Posted by John Komarek | March 19, 2026

At Metro Transit, Operator James Bloodworth has found not only stability, but true job satisfaction.  “When riders say thank you, it really touches you,” he said. “I’ve hauled cargo, but hauling ‘precious cargo’ is more meaningful [...]

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Know Your Operator: Portia Berry  

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| March 3, 2026

After more than two decades in mental health care, Portia Berry recently found a new way to serve the community: behind the wheel of a bus. Today, she drives Route 18, among others, and has quickly grown fond of the community it serves. [...]

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Know Your Operator: Clarence Scott  

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| Feb. 13, 2026

At 69 years old, Clarence Scott is living proof that it’s never too late to start something new. “I did 20 years in construction,” Clarence said. “It wore me down physically. I knew it was time for a change.” After a brief stint in [...]

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Know Your Operator: Al Chang 

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Posted by John Komarek | Aug. 11, 2025

After two decades in financial services and pension administration, Al Chang was ready to get out from behind the desk. Earlier this year, he started a new career as a bus operator. The new role offers what he describes as "the best view in [...]

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