Hello, I'm Patrick Parents.

I started my career behind the wheel, learning firsthand what it means to serve, show up, and keep people moving.

Along the way, I discovered that transit isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to build something bigger: a better life, a stronger industry, and a legacy that moves entire cities forward.

Today, I’m on a mission to help others do the same.

The New Starting Line

Transit University isn’t just about passing a test — it’s about preparing people to succeed in life and in transit. Through live classes, mentorship, real‑world experience, and an uplifting community, we help candidates step into the industry with confidence, purpose, and the tools to grow far beyond day one.

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For The Culture : Three Keys To Improve Bus Operator Morale

On paper, being a bus operator looks like a dream job. Good pay? Check. Benefits? Yep. Job security, pension, union protection? All there. Honestly, it’s like someone read every Reddit thread about what employees want in a job and built it into one role.

So why is the culture so bad?