Congrats to New Journeyman

Fernando Jimenez Lozano (R) completed his apprenticeship and was presented with his certificate by Business Rep Eric Banh. Fernando has been working at Serramonte Ford and can now proudly call himself a journeyman mechanic and collect the pay to go along with the title. 

In Memoriam — Bob Kelly

Bob Kelly was a member of Local 1305/1484 for nearly 20 years working at the SSA Terminal. He left the union to continue on at SSA as an M&R manager. “He was an honorable businessman who stood firmly on principle, always choosing to do what was right even when it was difficult,” says Area Director Kevin Kucera.

Bob died on December 8. At noon, all cranes at the terminal were boomed up. “We hit thehorns on those for five minutes, and then held a moment of silence,” Kucera notes.

According to the tribute page, “Bob was a devoted father and the ultimate San Francisco 49er fan. His strength of character, hardworking spirit, and generous heart were evident in every chapter of his life.”

The District sends condolences to Bob’s family.

Between September 2025 and this March, three of District 190’s long serving business reps will retire.
We honor their years of service to the members with these brief articles.

• Steve Older, Area Director Local 1173
• Jesse Juarez, Area Director for Organizing
• Pedro Mendez, Area Director Local 1414