Team
D & J's Automotive
Meet the D & J's Automotive Team
The team at D & J’s Automotive is made up of skilled, ASE‑certified professionals who take pride in delivering honest, high‑quality automotive service. Our local, family‑owned shop was founded in 2008 and recognized as the first NAPA Gold Auto Center. Our technicians bring expert knowledge, transparent communication, and a customer‑first mindset to every vehicle we service. From same‑day diagnostics to dependable repairs backed by industry‑leading warranties, our team is committed to prioritizing what matters most—your safety, trust, and peace of mind. Learn more about our team members below, and feel free to reach out with any questions.
David | Owner
Job Position
How long have you been a mechanic?
30 years.
What is your favorite aspect of being a mechanic?
The fulfillment of taking something broken and putting it back to its glory.
If you weren’t a mechanic, what would you be doing?
Probably construction.
What are some of your hobbies or interests outside of work?
Kayaking, floating, anything dealing with water.
Is there an interesting fact about you?
I had hip surgery when I was 5. I was in a full body cast and told not to walk for 6 months.
What is the best advice you'd give regarding vehicle maintenance?
Performing vehicle maintenance is not a myth; it does keep your vehicle in tip-top shape so that you can get the most use out of your investment.
Julie | Owner
Job Position
How long have you been an Office Manager?
21 years.
What role(s) do you have?
Easiest description... where there is a need, I fill it.
What are some of your hobbies or interests outside of work?
Really anything as long as I’m with family.
Is there an interesting fact about you?
I enjoy hanging out with family and friends, playing a card game named Wizard.
What is the best advice you'd give regarding vehicle maintenance?
Maintenance isn’t just a suggestion; if you stay on top of it, it truly does help in keeping your vehicle healthy.
Shawn | Service Advisor
Job Position
How long have you been a service advisor?
22 years.
What is your favorite aspect of being a service advisor?
Helping people.
If you weren’t a service advisor, what would you be doing?
Fishing.
What are some of your hobbies or interests outside of work?
Fishing/lake life.
James | Mechanic
Job Position
How long have you been a mechanic?
40 years.
What is your favorite aspect of being a mechanic?
Ability to work on my own stuff.
If you weren’t a mechanic, what would you be doing?
Astrophysicist.
What are some of your hobbies or interests outside of work?
Astronomy, helping others.
Is there an interesting fact about you?
I’ve read two books no longer in print.
What is the best advice you'd give regarding vehicle maintenance?
Preventative, preventative, preventative.
Jon | Mechanic
Job Position
How long have you been a mechanic?
20 years.
What is your favorite aspect of being a mechanic?
Figuring out the hard stuff.
If you weren’t a mechanic, what would you be doing?
Back to the military.
What are some of your hobbies or interests outside of work?
Hiking, climbing, riding dirt bikes.
Is there an interesting fact about you?
I’m a ginger.
What is the best advice you'd give regarding vehicle maintenance?
Do it, or suffer the consequences.
Lorelei | Apprenticeship
Job Position
How long have you been a mechanic?
0 years, working on my apprenticeship.
What is your favorite aspect of being an apprentice?
Learning.
If you weren’t learning about mechanics, what would you be doing?
Veterinarian.
What are some of your hobbies or interests outside of work?
Drawing.
Is there an interesting fact about you?
My name is from Gilmore Girls.
What is the best advice you'd give regarding vehicle maintenance?
Keep up with your maintenance schedule; it's worth it.
Dakota | Apprencticeship
Job Position
How long have you been a mechanic?
0 years, working on my apprenticeship.
What is your favorite aspect of being an apprentice?
Being able to have hands-on learning.
If you weren’t learning about mechanics, what would you be doing?
Beekeeping.
What are some of your hobbies or interests outside of work?
Fishing.
Is there an interesting fact about you?
I’m an Eagle Scout.
What is the best advice you'd give regarding vehicle maintenance?
Don’t be a YouTube mechanic.
Ramona | Shuttle Driver/Admin
Job Position
How long have you been with D & J’s Automotive?
7 years.
What role(s) do you have?
Typically, the shuttle driver, answering phones when Shawn is unavailable... where there is a need, I fill it.
What are some of your hobbies or interests outside of work?
Spending time with my family
Is there an interesting fact about you?
I am a licensed electrician.
What is the best advice you'd give regarding vehicle maintenance?
Change your oil early or on time, never late.
