Building the Next Generation of Transit Mentors

RAMP22 mentors and coordinators spent the day connecting with RTA mechanics at both the Riverside and Hemet maintenance facilities. Joining the effort were ATU International's Josie Garcia and Rich Diaz, along with RAMP22 coordinator Seannice Archie and Chris Vore, partnership committee member and ATU 1277 shop steward. The team set up an informational table and met one-on-one with mechanics from all shifts to share insights about the mentoring program and discuss opportunities to grow the upcoming Mechanic Mentor Program—a new initiative under development through the RAMP22 partnership. Supported by California Transit Works! (CTW) through the High Road Training Partnerships (HRTP) network, RAMP22 has been building bridges between operators, mechanics, and mentors since launching in 2022. Kudos to the RAMP22 Partnership and Mentors for continuing to strengthen this joint labor–management effort that invests directly in the workforce.
​📅 October 14, 2025
📍 Riverside Transit Agency (RTA)