Marcey Martinez - June 2023 Operator of the Month

June 2023: Marcey Martinez

Operator of the Month Q&A

This was back in December and I totally forgot to call it in but during one of those snowstorms we had, Marcey was driving the first AT bus of the morning. I was stuck at the airport, there was an issue with her bus that she needed to get back to the garage. She told me she could take me up to the East Metro garage, she then took me down there and I waited for her to get her replacement bus and took me back to the Arapahoe at Village Center Park-n-Ride, where my car was parked. I really appreciated this because I was going to be left stranded at the Airport for 3 hours, if it wasn't for her courtesy I would've waited hours in negative degree weather for the first bus to come out. She was just so personable, pleasant, super friendly and I really did appreciate her very much.

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

I've been a bus driver for 23 years, and I have always been a bus driver.

What were you in a previous life?

I was previously a Hospital Worker.

What do you like best about your job?

I like working with the people best about my job.

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

I would enjoy listening to gospel music (church music).

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

I would choose retro 70's.

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

I would choose our old uniform- khaki shirt with brown pants.

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

I enjoy driving the AT which is what I currently drive.