Meet & Greet
Sometimes it's nice to put a face with the person who is taking care of such a crucial part of your daily commute, so please allow us to introduce ourselves.
Jim Thompson-
Founder of J & T Auto Service in early 2004. After over 40 years in the auto repair industry, Jim retired in 2019 passing the torch to his two children. Jim now enjoys time with his wife and four grandchildren.
Darren Thompson-
Joining the family business in 2006, learning most everything from Jim (our founder), Darren learned quickly and caught the car fever just like his father. Several certifications later, he has moved up from technician to the shop manager with a fresh perspective for the business. Living in Spring Hill, Darren has become a local in the community. He enjoys his outdoor time biking, canoeing, spending time at local parks with his children, and being on the water. Among his many accolades, his proudest is from 2008 as the Spring Hill Festival hot dog eating champion.
Diana Roth-
Joining the family business in 2012, Diana brought her sales background to help with the customer service side of the business as well as bringing the company into today's modern world. From upgrading operating systems to streamlining productivity, Diana is a key asset to the business. She loves to play volleyball and bake while her two daughters keep her busy at home as she attempts to juggle work, family, & faith in a delicate balance.
Mark Sherman-
With us since 2011, Mark started as an intern and worked his way up to an ASE certified technician. Mark is an example of education through hard work. Constantly educating himself and growing his scope of work puts him on track for great success and a valued part of our team. Mark is a local who graduated from Spring Hill and found his niche in auto repair. Mark follows the work hard/play hard philosophy in life, he loves snowboarding, four wheeling, driving his drift car and camping!
Cory Miller-
Cory has been with us since 2017. His background in the automotive industry is vast and spans 15 years between dealerships and independent repair facilities. Cory specializes in complex repair and is our go-to problem solver for Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep products. Cory's dedication to his craft makes him a true asset to the J & T family. When Cory gets free time he enjoys outdoor activities, such as fishing and football. Most importantly spending time with his family.
Kevin Watson-
Have you ever seen Kevin frown? Not likely. His attributes do not stop with his positive attitude. Kevin has a strong background in HVAC and excels at alignments. His ability to tackle anything and do it with skill is what makes him our utility player. When not turning wrenches, Kevin enjoys gardening, and being with his family. Kevins selfless attitude makes you want to be friends with him.
Kimber Kelly-
Our front-line customer service comes from Kimber.
She'll help you schedule, direct your phone call and answer your preliminary questions.
Her organization ensures we offer the best service possible. Coming from the
pet industry, Kimber has an affinity for all animals, especially dogs. Her zoo consists of 5 dogs, 1
cat and a husband. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family, pets and crafting.
Cody Gafford-
Graduating from Pittsburg State with a BAS in Automotive Technology, Cody is doing what he
was meant to do. With over 7 years experience in several aspects of the industry from
technician to store manager, Cody has experience from every angle. Cody enjoys spending time
outdoors with his family hiking, rappelling, and helping his son train for soccer.
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