Ben Cribbs

July 2022: Ben Cribbs

How long have you driven for RTD? Have you always been a bus driver?

15 years. I've always been a bus driver, but I am also an instructor for the last 14 years.

What were you in a previous life?

Marine.

What do you like best about your job?

I love teaching new operators and imparting the knowledge that they need to be successful in this job. I love when operators who were my students stop back by and tell me how they are doing out there.

If you could listen to music while working, what type would you choose?

I like all kinds so a big variety would be needed.

If you could deck out your bus, what style would it be?

I would put a snow plow on the front so I could keep my route clear in snowy weather.

If you could change your uniform color, what color would you prefer?

I like my blue uniform.

What type of service would you drive if given the choice? What is your favorite service to drive or operate?

I like the mountains routes as well as the route RX those would be my top choices.