The train operators at the Sprinter Rail Facility in Escondido, Calif., chose SMART Transportation Division representation in a May 28 vote.
In a unanimous vote, the Sprinter operators opted for representation under the SMART umbrella.
The Sprinter line is a 22-mile long light rail train system between Oceanside, Vista, San Marcos and Escondido, Calif., serving 15 stations.
The Sprinter runs every 30 minutes in each direction, Monday through Thursday, from approximately 4 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday trains run later.
It is managed Veolia Transportation Services, Inc., a major operator of commuter and regional rail services worldwide.
SMART TD Director of Organizing Rich Ross thanks all involved for “this complete team effort.”
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