Welcome to METRO's new program Bus Tech Talk. Charlie Busse is Director of Maintenance at Connect Transit, the public transportation provider for Bloomington-Normal, Ill. Charlie is the driving force behind Connect Transit’s fleet operations.
He ensures that every bus on the road is safe, reliable, and running at peak performance. But his role goes far beyond just keeping wheels turning — Charlie is a key player in the agency’s forward-thinking initiatives, including integrating electric buses and developing cutting-edge charging infrastructure. Through his leadership, Connect Transit is not only maintaining service standards but also paving the way toward a more sustainable and efficient future in public transportation.
Topics include:
How Charlie got his start in the public transit industry.
The challenges of being part of a small agency from a maintenance perspective.
Recruiting, retaining, and training today’s technicians.
Embracing new tech in the shop.
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