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FRONT LINE: VTA driver on how the pandemic has changed his work routine

While most American businesses are allowing their employees to work from home, essential workers are on the front line putting their lives at risk. We spoke to San Jose native and VTA coach operator Israel Hernandez about how the pandemic has affected his life at work.

SJEarthquakes.com: Tell us about yourself and what you do for work.

Israel Hernandez: “I’m a coach operator for VTA. I was born and raised in San Jose, California and my parents are from Guadalajara, Mexico. I did not see myself being in this profession originally. I’m a big soccer fan so I thought I’d go pro one day.