Know Your Operator
Posted by John Komarek |
Monday, August 11, 2025 4:51:00 AM
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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Know Your Operator
Posted by Drew Kerr |
Thursday, March 27, 2025 9:42:00 AM
A lifelong St. Paul resident who grew up in Frogtown, Her Cheng has seen University Avenue change quite a bit over the years. Now, he gets to see the corridor evolve from the cab of a light rail vehicle.
In 2023, Her left his career as a
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Know Your Operator
Posted by Drew Kerr |
Friday, February 21, 2025 7:47:00 AM
After many years as a union carpenter, Nathan Michaelson decided he needed a change. "Construction is a feast-or-famine business,” Nathan said. “Some years, you're making great money. Other years, you're just waiting for the next paycheck."
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Know Your Operator
Posted by Drew Kerr |
Friday, February 9, 2024 5:31:00 AM
When Troy Macon passed the former Ruter Garage, he was reminded of his uncle's experience as a bus operator in Chicago.
Macon had always looked up to his uncle, and thought he might also enjoy a career in transit. He was right.
"I picked
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Know Your Operator
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Monday, October 30, 2023 11:52:00 AM
Beth de Salguero thought she'd become an airline pilot, and even earned a degree in air traffic control.
For the past decade, though, she's found herself at the helm of trains instead of planes.
The change in career paths was inspired by
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