Mike got his start in the automotive business pumping gas in high school, worked his way up to a certified automotive technician at Ford and Chevrolet dealerships, and eventually became a service manager. After 35 years in the business, Mike still comes to work every morning feeling excited about the day. “What I love about working at an auto repair shop is the ability to help people,” says Mike. “Nothing makes me happier than the chance to turn someone’s bad day into a good day.” In his free time, Mike enjoys boating, fishing, and spending time with his wife Christina and their son Brenden.
Mel has been an automotive technician since 1991 and worked for AA Auto since 2009. He is the Assistant Manager as well as an ASE-Certified Technician. Mel, a native of Hawaii, took advantage of a Ford program that offered training and education to students interested in automobile repair. Though he is grateful to the Ford program that trained and employed him for some time, Mel prefers the variety he sees at AA Auto. “The concept is the same for any car, to approach, diagnose, and repair. But to work on many different makes and models is exciting for me,” he said. Mel said he knew in high school that this was the type of work he wanted to do. He told his dad exactly what he wanted to do and he followed through in community college and at a Hawaiian Ford dealership. Mel moved for his wife and said he loves living and working in the Pacific Northwest.
Josephine comes from a family of car fanatics. Growing up, she loves cars and would work on cars with her brother. When you pick up the phone to call AA Auto Service Center, you will likely be greeted by Josephine’s friendly voice. Josephine is here to make sure your appointment runs smoothly and your car is well taken care of. Josephine moved here from Vancouver, WA and is loving the area. In her spare time, she loves to cook. In fact, she is a trained chef!
Technician Scott says his job is to do “anything I can to fix a car!” He performs tune-ups, general maintenance, fixes brakes, and anything else the customer can throw at him. Scott has worked in the field for more than 38 years, following his education at Lake Washington Institute of Technology. “I was always told I had a knack for it,” he says and he didn’t look back once he got into the business. Born and raised in Woodinville, Scott says the auto repair business has been good to him and he tries to put his enthusiasm for the trade into every repair that comes through AA Auto.
Eric has over 30 years of experience as a European car technician. He started out in the Air Force as an aircraft mechanic. Then he worked as an automotive technician at the Mercedes and BMW dealerships in California. After moving to the Seattle area, Eric worked as a technician at European car repair shops and the BMW dealership. Eric is a BMW Master Technician as well as a MINI Certified Technician. He has extensive experience working on European cars, including Mercedes, Audi, BMW, MINI, Porsche, Volkswagen, Land Rover, Jaguar, Fiat, Volvo, and more. When he is not working, Eric enjoys taking road trips with his wife and going to the San Juan Islands.
As a Seattle native, Dominic started working as technician at Dmitri Velcev’s shop and eventually became an automotive technician at AA Auto Service Center. Domonic learned everything he knew under the master automotive technicians. “The best part about working for AA Auto is the new challenges every day,” stated Domonic. He holds the MACS certification. In his spare time, he loves making cars work.
Cole started out as a mechanic at Seattle Golf Club and lube technician at the Subaru dealership. At AA Auto Service Center, Cole provides a helping hand to the master technicians to ensure your vehicle is maintained properly. Cole takes pride in keeping our shop clean. If you need a shuttle ride after dropping your car off, Cole will likely be the one to give you a ride. If you like the complimentary car wash after your car is serviced, please say thank you to Cole. When he is not working, you can often find Cole enjoying a round of golf.
When you visit AA Auto Service Center, you may see Kevin sitting in a chair. Please feel free to say hi!