During a visit to the Kapolei location of Ground Transport, Inc., Kelly met up with Diana Kawaa-Leopoldo, Human Resources Manager, and Mark Agmata, Fleet Maintenance Manager. They discussed the company’s substantial expansion and the many job opportunities now available across Hawaii.
By John Veneri Ground Transport Incorporated (GTI) opens its doors to Living808 on Maui, offering a glimpse into the company’s inner workings through the voices of its employees. Christine Ventura, Training Coordinator at GTI, shares her journey, spanning from an aide to her current role, illustrating the opportunities for growth within the company over her seven-year tenure.
Louise Backen, a School Bus Driver, adds her perspective, recounting her decision to return from retirement upon hearing about GTI’s expansion into Maui. Her enthusiasm for the company’s vision, coupled with the prospect of serving Upcountry Maui, underscores the excitement surrounding GTI’s growth. GTI also stands out as an employer of choice. Ventura and Backen’s testimonials highlight the sense of community, career advancement opportunities, and the company’s commitment to its employees’ well-being. As GTI expands its footprint across Oahu, Maui, and Hawaii Island, the need for dedicated drivers becomes apparent. GTI’s role in ensuring safe and reliable transportation for Hawaii’s children, is backed by its reputation as “Hawaii’s Local School Bus Company” and its attractive benefits package. Through the voices of its employees, Ground Transport Incorporated emerges not just as a transportation provider but as a cornerstone of the community, offering fulfilling career paths and a chance to make a meaningful impact on Hawaii’s future. By Mikey Monis Ground Transport Incorporated is Hawaii’s Local School Bus Company and has been around for over 30 years providing transportation for schools and non-profit groups with safety as its #1 priority.
“We have a commitment and focus on safety for the students we are responsible for, for other drivers and pedestrians on the road, as well as the safety of our employees. This means big investments in new buses and vans, as well as technology upgrades to our GPS and cameras. The company has also created safe and clean facilities on both Oahu and Maui so that our employees have a nice place to work,” says Anthony Valiente, Director of Operations at Ground Transport Incorporated. New hires will complete training with an annual refresher training such as Driver Improvement and In-Service training. by John Veneri Ground Transport Incorporated (GTI) takes pride in its longstanding commitment to safe and reliable student transportation, rooted in its local ownership and operation. GTI’s focus on employee welfare, safety, community engagement, and expansion plans, including its venture into Hawaii Island’s Hilo side, were spotlighted on Living808.
GTI, a locally owned and operated school bus company, has been serving Hawaii’s students for 33 years. With roots dating back to the 1960s, the company’s legacy in school bus transportation underscores its dedication to the community’s needs. Safety stands as GTI’s paramount concern, both for the students they transport and the employees who form the backbone of the company. This unwavering commitment ensures not only secure transportation but also fosters a safe and supportive workplace environment. Expanding beyond its Oahu roots, GTI ventured into Maui in 2017 and is now poised to extend its services to Hawaii Island. This expansion heralds job opportunities across various roles, from bus and van drivers to mechanics and office staff, underscoring GTI’s growth trajectory and commitment to local employment. By Kirsten McMurdo  Did you know that the school bus is the safest vehicle on the road? According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, students are more likely to get to school safely on a bus because school buses are the most regulated vehicles on the road.
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