On Becoming a Bus Operator



Sorry for the long delay in posting folks. I've been busy with learning the ropes of bus operation. I'm almost completed the training phase of my new job and have been busy driving "in service" routes all over the city. I keep hoping I'll see one of my friends and they'll pass by without noticing it is me. So far only two people I know have gotten on my bus. The first was while I was in early training and he didn't see me. The 2nd was in the early "in vehicle" training where I worked in advance of the real bus schedule. He also didn't notice me. In both the previous cases I was too concerned with the operation of the bus and watching for routes to want to be bothered with chatting.

At this point I can safely say that I enjoy driving the bus. I'm not overly fond of the split shift or the long late shifts but overall the job is not disagreeable. It is true that you see alot when you are sitting in that seat. Riding above the traffic as it were. Which brings me to my point. People please stop using your cel phones while driving!!! I know none of YOU do that but still, STOP IT! The other day I watched a woman (no I'm not being sexist) texting while she drove down Portage Avenue. How can you watch the road while staring at that little screen? I have seen several folks talking away on their phones simply change lanes without looking because they couldn't crane their heads around with the phone attached to their ear. This behavior will cause an accident sure enough. Ok enough preaching...you are all adults and can govern yourself accordingly.

See you out on the road!