S O U T H B A Y W O R K F O R C E
I N V E S T M E N T B O A R D
A WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD
Meet Luis Romero
Workforce Challenge:
Luis Romero was referred to the South Bay One-Stop Center in Inglewood through the INVEST program to
access specialized employment and training services for adult probationers.
Workforce Solution:
With the support of Los Angeles County Probation and his career counselor, it was determined that obtaining his Class A commercial license would help him reach his desired employment objectives and
provide career mobility within the transportation industry. After completing the Professional Driver, Class A program at Hi-Desert Truck Driving School, Luis received program incentives and employment assistance to transition into the workforce.
Outcome and Benefits:
He secured employment as a commercial driver, earning $31.25 an hour with Soto Ready Mix, and continues to experience meaningful growth and career advancement.
Luis secured employment as a commercial driver and continues to have meaningful growth and career advancement.