News and Updates

GCRTA and ATU Local 268 Railcar Apprenticeship is Approved by the Ohio State Apprenticeship Council

Posted October 2017

On October 4, 2017, the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (GCRTA) and Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 268 received approval from the Ohio State Apprenticeship Council of their Railcar Apprenticeship program.

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California Rail Car Mentor Training Builds On-the-Job Learning at BART, VTA

Posted October 2017

On September 28, the Santa Clara Valley Transit Authority (VTA) and Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 265 hosted a mentor training session in San Jose sponsored by the National Rail Car Training Consortium in partnership with the Joint Workforce Investment (JWI).

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Spotlight on “Making Connections”

Posted September 2017

In the weeks leading up to our October 26th transportation and workforce development conference, we’re highlighting some of the day’s workshops and plenary sessions.

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Mass Transit Magazine Names Center Deputy Director Xinge Wang, to Its Top 40 Under 40 List

Posted September 2017

Last Friday, Mass Transit Magazine released its Top 40 Under 40 list recognizing individuals for their contributions, innovation, leadership, and commitment to transit. We’re all very proud of Xinge and excited to share this news. Congratulations Xinge!

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The Center is Looking for a Technical Editor/Writer to Join our Team

Posted September 2017

The Center is at a point of great growth, specifically around training development and is looking for a Technical Editor/Writer on a part-time or contractual basis.

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