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Fiftyyearold james christopher clemmons is charged with violently attacking a coach driver at random april 2, on board a metro bus in downtown seattle. Mar 19, 2020 this astoldto essay, from nathan vass, a metro bus driver and artist in seattle, has been transcribed and edited for clarity by jane c. Mar 28, 2019 a bus driver in seattle was shot and severely injured while on the job wednesday but still managed to speed away and get his passengers to safety. After a bus driver was beaten and knocked unconscious while behind the wheel, officials with king county metro transit are exploring whether to enclose drivers behind plexiglas barriers. Metro shirt is led away from the scene where a gunman was shot by police after he allegedly boarded a king co. King county metro has a lot of work ahead and we are gearing up with people and plans to stay on track. Numerous employees with king county metro are now calling for immediate changes they say are necessary to keep them, and public transit. The transitworkers union first requested n95 masks for drivers a month ago. Metro isnt aware of any bus drivers contracting covid19, switzer said, but a van driver for its access paratransit service was diagnosed tuesday. It cost the bus driver his job and now he and the passenger. On his blog, the view from nathans bus, he writes candidly about what he sees as a driver on the 7 line through rainier valley, which is commonly stereotyped as the citys most infamous route. Apply to bus driver, transportation supervisor, helper and more. Metro bus driver eric stark is being recognized for his heroic actions in steering passengers to safety after being shot in north seattle wednesday.

Bus drivers transport other essential workers, but how. That bus number was selected because it was also mclaughlins badge number. Nathan voss, perhaps better known as seattles friendliest bus driver, told seattle morning news that ridership is significantly down on his no. When the driver stopped the coach at southwest morgan street and 35th avenue. He then walked on and fired shots at a metro bus, striking the driver, who was able to turn the vehicle around and drive away, authorities said. When he drives the number 3 or 4 routes, his bus passes close to three major medical centers on first hill. Learn about salaries, benefits, salary satisfaction and where you could earn the most. King county metro transit operator bus driver hourly pay. Seattle komo a king county metro bus came off the wires in downtown seattle and rolled down the street friday evening. Drive for metro job openings king county metro transit. King county metro buses dont operate with keys its all computerized 7.

Mar 26, 2020 metro isnt aware of any bus drivers contracting covid19, switzer said, but a van driver for its access paratransit service was diagnosed tuesday. Bus operatordriver current employee seattle, wa september 11, 2019. Begin your transportation career as a bus operator metro. Kuow this seattle bus driver decided to be extra nice to. Metro s goal is to resolve all complaints within five business days, however some complaints may require additional investigation and followup time. Seattle bus driver hailed a hero for saving passengers.

The driver got out to fix it when the bus started rolling, taking some. Empty metro bus rolls down the street in seattle wjla. Use the form below to commend an employee for excellent performance, to register a complaint about bus or rail service, locate a lost item or provide a suggestion. The last few days have been nervewracking for metro driver arshpreet singh. Quick rant about seattle homeless on the busses by a seattle.

Metro transit does not require parttime applicants to have a cdl to be hired for the bus operator position, but candidates must get a commercial driver permit with airbrake and passenger endorsements before entering a training class and starting the training process. King county metro transit operator salaries in seattle, wa indeed. Mar 28, 2019 the driver of a metro bus has been hailed a hero for driving passengers to safety despite being hit in the chest by gunfire in a shooting in seattle on march 27, 2019. Job openings king county metro transit king county. One way metro achieves this goal is by providing a worklife that fosters the motivation and enthusiasm necessary to succeed. King county metro transit operator hourly pay glassdoor. Bus drivers transport other essential workers, but how are. Wounded teacher expected shots at school, not on drive home. Police said that a man approached a 56yearold female driver in the street and shot her. Bus operator driver current employee seattle, wa september 11, 2019.

He then walked on and fired shots at a metro bus, striking the driver, who was able to turn the. Homeless and fleeing family trauma, the 19yearold had. As bus driver kathy maddux was rolling along her route in seattle, a man ran to her from the back of the bus in a rush of excitement over graffiti written on a window. Nov 29, 2018 nathan vass, 33, has driven a bus for king county metro transit, mostly in seattle, for 12 years. The employment and testing department conducts broadbased recruiting and outreach efforts to strengthen vias commitment to hiring and retaining a quality work force of diverse talents and backgrounds that is reflective of the relevant, available workforce in the community. Two people were killed and two others injured wednesday after a man randomly opened fire at cars and a metro bus in north seattle before stealing one vehicle and colliding with another, according. Metro considers plexiglas barriers to protect drivers. Usually i would jump on the bus, not wearing gloves or a mask, and. Nathan vass, 33, has driven a bus for king county metro transit, mostly in seattle, for 12 years. Apr 16, 2018 many who see nathan vass hopping aboard a metro bus assume hes a student. Driving a metro bus through the pandemic the c is for crank. According to the drivers security incident report obtained by kiro 7, two men argued onboard metro route 128. Former metro driver faces assault charges after attack on. Talking with seattles blogging bus driver, nathan vass, by.

Metro online offers bus, vanpool, carpool, bicycle and related information for the seattle king county area. Bus driver hailed as hero in seattle shooting, carjacking. Friendliest bus driver in seattle details concerns as transit grapples. Not only are we settling into our new structure shifting from a division to a department, we are hiring more employees, increasing service, working on base expansion, and continuing to create innovative mobility services for our customers. That was the day a bus passenger attacked the 10year veteran metro driver while armed with a large blade. A metro bus rolled nearly an entire seattle city block with no one on board. According to king county metro, which serves the region, nearly half of. Two seattle police officers on motorcycles led the procession to keyarena, followed by metro police cars, a tow truck and metro bus no.

Im a bus driver for king county metro, and i drive. A king county metro bus driver is caught on surveillance camera violently attacking a passenger. The driver of a metro bus has been hailed a hero for driving passengers to safety despite being hit in the chest by gunfire in a shooting in seattle on march 27, 2019. This astoldto essay, from nathan vass, a metro bus driver and artist in seattle, has been transcribed and edited for clarity by jane c. Fellow seattle metro rider here, as an everyday e line bus rider i know how difficult and frustrating driving that route must be especially at night, its drivers like you who resemble the true seattle nature and i want to say personally that i appreciate your service as a driver and your compassion,though not required, is a trait in which. Comment on metro transit service give us your suggestions and comments. A fb page for seattle metro bus drivers to share their stories, concerns about working conditions, photos, etc. We have minimized drivertopassenger interaction by directing riders to board at rear doors if they are able, eliminating fares, and installing safety straps. New metro bus cameras capture violence against passengers.

Seattle bus driver eric stark saves passengers after being. A king county metro bus driver, wearing a mask, waits for a. Seattle a man is facing charges, accused of attacking a metro bus driver earlier this month. The bus driver clearly abandons his bus and post with passengers still on the bus violating their own rules and. Other metro jobs all other job openings with metro transit are posted on the careers at king county page. Thats nathan photographer and filmmaker by day metro driver by night. The city traffic engineer exercises the authority to reserve any portion of a street for the exclusive use of public transportation vehicles as stated in smc 11. This essay is adapted from an interview in may 2018 with kuows ross reynolds. Bus driver assaulted in seattle during busy rush hour. Friendliest bus driver in seattle details concerns as.

Kirotv showed the video from on board the bus, including the view from the empty drivers seat. A seattle bus driver hailed as a hero for steering the bus away from a gunman who opened fire on him and his passengers says hes glad to be alive. All other job openings with metro transit are posted on the. A bus driver in seattle was shot and severely injured while on the job wednesday but still managed to speed away and get his passengers to safety. Mar 31, 2020 typical personal information found in a job application or within a user profile may include name, address, email, telephone number, resume, drivers license, work experience and performance data, education history, age, gender, race, information related to your health or financial information, marital status, military or veteran status.

King county metro racist bus driver accuses black passenger. According to the seattle times, the bus driver on the metro route 75 was hit in the torso but able to walk to a gurney, and was taken to the hospital. Trip planner, bus passes and timetables are available. Metro driver reports positive covid19 diagnosis metro matters. According to the driver s security incident report obtained by kiro 7, two men argued onboard metro route 128. Nathan voss, perhaps better known as seattle s friendliest bus driver, told seattle morning news that ridership is significantly down on his no. Mar 28, 2019 a seattle bus driver hailed as a hero for steering the bus away from a gunman who opened fire on him and his passengers says hes glad to be alive.

But then he climbs behind the wheel, grabs the mic, and cheerfully says, hey, come on in. The chaotic scene unfolded in north seattle just after 4 p. King county metro bus driver shot on the job in seattle. As a leader in the transportation industry, metro strives to attract and retain topquality staff to ensure highquality service to our customers. Im a bus driver for king county metro, and i drive two routes through seattle. Many who see nathan vass hopping aboard a metro bus assume hes a student. Mar 28, 2019 the chaotic scene unfolded in north seattle just after 4 p. All i can say is follow the rules and be good to everyone out there. In seattle, bus only lanes and bat lanes business access and transit are designated for public transportation vehicles. Hero bus driver returns to work after north seattle.

Its a job he truly loves, even on the challenging drives filled with prickly passengers. How seattle got more people to ride the bus citylab. You guys are rocking and rolling, and i know many of us appreciate that you all keep showing up to work, dealing with the public, and making sure those who are working are getting to their places of employment. Wounded teacher expected shots at school, not on drive.

For additional support on accessibilityrelated complaints, customers may contact the metro ada ombudsman in the office of ada policy and planning adap. Mar 29, 2019 according to the seattle times, the bus driver on the metro route 75 was hit in the torso but able to walk to a gurney, and was taken to the hospital. Seattle king county metro bus driver eric stark returned to work on tuesday following a shooting rampage in seattles lake city neighborhood back in march. Man faces charges in metro bus driver attack q fox news. Bus operators are at the core of metro service and gain valuable experience for careers in transportation. Since june of 2012, nathan vass has been blogging about his experiences as a driver for king county metro. A bus driver in seattle was hailed as a hero wednesday night for navigating his bus with about 12 passengers on board to safety after he was shot by a gunman who also carjacked two vehicles. Video shows runaway bus crashing on downtown seattle street.

Mar 31, 2020 nathan voss, perhaps better known as seattles friendliest bus driver, told seattle morning news that ridership is significantly down on his no. King county metro has made a number of services changes during the coronavirus response, including not requiring fare, asking all able. Bus drivers honor one of their own memorial for mark. Surveillance cameras show the attack was fast and apparently random. Drive for metro job openings king county metro transit king.