Riverside Transit Agency
Alexander Ahrenholz is an experienced IT professional currently serving as the Intelligent Transportation Systems Administrator at Riverside Transit Agency since August 2022. Prior to this role, Alexander held positions including Information Technology - Systems / Help Desk at Edelbrock Group and IT Coordinator at GEODIS. Alexander began a career in technology with roles such as Information Technology Help Desk Technician at Applied Medical and Information Technology Consultant at Inland Empire Claims Consultants. Initial work experience includes roles in customer service and warehouse operations at Porkys Pizza and ALDI USA, respectively. Alexander earned a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from Southern New Hampshire University in December 2022.
Riverside Transit Agency
WHO WE ARE: The Riverside Transit Agency (RTA) was established as a Joint Powers Agency on August 15, 1975 and began operating bus service on March 16, 1977. RTA is the Consolidated Transportation Service Agency for western Riverside County and is responsible for coordinating transit services throughout the approximate 2,500 square mile service area, providing driver training, assistance with grant applications and development of Short Range Transit Plans (SRTPs). RTA provides both local and regional services throughout the region with 33 fixed-routes, four CommuterLink routes, and Dial-A-Ride services. In the cities of Corona, Beaumont and Banning, RTA coordinates regional services with municipal transit systems. In Riverside, RTA coordinates with the city's Riverside Special Services, which provides ADA complementary service to RTA's fixed-route services. MISSION STATEMENT: The Riverside Transit Agency, Riverside County's multi-modal transportation provider, shall provide for a variety of transportation needs in a cost-effective and efficient manner for all the residents of our member communities. The Agency is committed to providing safe, reliable, courteous, accessible, and user-friendly services to our customers. SERVICE FEATURES: • Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) bus fleet • Real-time bus arrival information via BusWatch app • Free Wi-Fi service on all fixed-route buses • Lighted bus stops at selected locations • Automated stop announcement system • Vehicles equipped with GPS • Low-floor buses • 100 percent wheelchair accessible • Dual bike racks • Electronic fareboxes • Security cameras • USB charging ports