According to Roosevelt Island Tram Operator Leitner Poma of America:
The Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation (RIOC), in partnership with Leitner‑Poma of America (LPOA), is launching a new series of short video profiles that spotlight the employees who keep the Roosevelt Island Tram running every day….
Through brief interviews and personal storytelling, the videos offer viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the human side of tram operations—introducing the operators, mechanics, and support staff whose passion, expertise, and dedication ensure the Tram operates safely, reliably, and on schedule. Each profile highlights the unique background and perspective each team member brings to one of New York City’s most iconic transportation systems….
Meet Tram Station attendant Brandon James,
mechanic Kavindra Jagnanan,
Operations Manager Darren McCarthy,
Tram Booth Attendant Shawnte Musah,
Tram Supervisor Edward Dillon
and Tram Cabin attendant Laurence Figueroa.
This video features one of our favorite Tram operators, Gregg Paravati.