Dave
Owner/Technician
Dave is an ASE Certified Technician and has been in the automotive industry for over 20 years. He got his start working on cars by helping out his grandpa fix the family vehicle. When he got his first a car, a Jeep, he was hooked.
Dave loves working at Tri-City because he loves people. From customers, to employees, to vendors, Dave enjoys interacting with people. His goal is to influence his corner of the world for the positive.
In his spare time Dave enjoys mountain biking and spending time with his family.
Joey
Customer Service
Born in New Hampshire, raised in Winter Haven Florida and Nevada, Joey has put his roots down in Mesa, Arizona since 2009. He was born with a passion for cars. As a toddler, Joey loved to get under the car with his Dad. He started working on cars as a professional in his high school years.
His ability to talk to people was not overlooked and he quickly was promoted from turning wrenches, to managing his first auto repair location at the age of 20.
While he loves cars, he does not have a hobby car as his four kids keep him more than busy. When asked what he likes most about working at Tri-City, he said, “The shop is extremely clean and organized, has a high level of professionalism, and a team atmosphere where comradery is fostered unlike anywhere I have ever experienced.”
Jason
Customer Service
Born and raised in South Scottsdale where he attended Coronado High School, Jason started out in automotive in a high end restoration shop. Jason has always been hands on, including a family business manufacturing address planters. His first car was a 1995 Honda Accord Coupe where he personally did an engine swap, paint job and custom air ride suspension all while in High School.
Father of two, Jason loves to ride his bike and hang out with his family. Come summer time, it's all about the pool for him. What Jason likes about Tri-City is that everyone is very friendly, it's clean and organized and there is a no drama policy.
Jim
Customer Service
Originating from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, raised here in South Scottsdale, Jim started his career at Orangetree Exon at the corner of Indian School and Granite Reef at age 16. His love for auto racing always kept his career close to automotive and boating. Jim thoroughly enjoys auto racing, car memorabilia and anything car related!
Jim referred work to Tri-City Transmission for over a decade and decided he wanted to finish his over 25 year automotive career at Tri-City Transmission and Auto Repair - We are honored to have his experience and customer service skills.
Jon
Lead Diagnostic Technician/Crew Trainer/Quality Control
Jon, a rare Phoenix native, is an ASE Certified Master Technician with almost 40 years in the industry. He started as a lot attendant at “Valley Dodge” in 1977 and worked his way up. What Jon likes best about working on cars is the sense of accomplishment it gives him to do a job well.
He enjoys working at Tri-City because he gets to learn a lot of new things and everyone at Tri-City is professional. He says that there is a great group of people working at Tri-City. At the same time, Jon has also taught Automotive Technology for 25 years. He’s known as the “technicians’ technician.” In his spare time, he likes to play the guitar.
Mark
Lead Transmission Builder
Mark is an ASE Master Certified transmission builder who hails from Newport News, Virginia. He has been working on transmissions for over 40 years and truly loves it. Mark says, “Working on a transmission is like working on a piece of art."
Mark has worked in all aspects of the transmission business including owning his own transmission shop with his brother for over 18 years back in Virginia. In his spare time, Mark enjoys spending time with his wife, hiking, walking and learning to play a Native American flute. Mark says, “after 40 years in the business, I have never worked with a more elite bunch than the people at Tri-City Transmission.”
Josue
Shop Foreman/Technician
Josue is a certified auto technician and has been in the automotive industry almost 20 years. He loves the challenge of working on cars. He says his favorite thing about working at Tri-City is working with his coworkers. They are smart and professional and easy to get along with.
In his spare time, Josue likes to go out to eat and considers himself a “foodie.” Some of his favorite restaurants are Korean BBQ’s.
Kristian
Support Staff
Kristian is an ASE Certified transmission rebuilder who hails from Chicago. He has been in the auto industry for 25 years, 20 years of that specifically rebuilding transmissions. He got his start working on cars when he got his first car in high school. Kristian enjoys working at Tri-City Transmission because he says it’s like family. Plus, he gets to work on some pretty cutting-edge stuff.
In his spare time, Kristian enjoys photography and keeps King snakes. Growing up, his sister was allergic to dogs and it was the only pet he could have as a kid!
Santiago
Technician
Santiago hails from Deming, New Mexico. He has loved fixing cars for as long as he can remember. At an early age his dad worked as an automotive technician and that is where Santiago found his intrigue for cars. His first car was a 1991 Nissan 240SX where he started turning wrenches at age 15. He still has the vehicle and is building a custom 5.3l Chevrolet LS motor for it.
In his free time, he loves working with his dogs, drifting cars, and barbecuing. What he likes about working at Tri-City Transmission is the good environment and he is able to fix the car the way it should be done.
Adam
Technician
Born and raised in Gilroy, CA, Adam found his way to Arizona chasing a girl who is today his wife. Adam knew early on that he had an affinity for working with his hands and fixing things. He is the proud papa of 5 kids. He enjoys working on his own vehicles, maintaining his 1926 Ford Model T, flying remote control airplanes, building his custom Camaro, and raising his kids.
Adam likes working at Tri-City Transmission for the honesty, integrity, and family feel which creates a low stress environment.
Mike
Transmission Rebuilder
Mike got his start in the auto repair industry at 15 years old, right here at Tri-City Transmission. Mike’s dad told Mike that the other business partner, Leon, had to be his boss because he knew how hard dads could be on their sons and he didn’t want that with him and his son. From the beginning, Mike had a knack for cars and he quickly moved up the ranks to rebuilding transmissions. Today Mike is one of the most knowledgeable transmission technicians in the Valley. He learned in the old school way which is neat, organized and systematic which has helped him tremendously working with today’s modern transmissions.
Mike’s first car was a 1967 Ford Falcon. These days he drives a 2015 Dodge Dart. When Mike is not working on transmissions he enjoys playing the guitar and the drums.
Jon
Technician
Jon’s life originally started in Kansas. From Kansas he moved to Chicago and then Arizona.
He has been in the automotive industry for over 25 years.
He loves working on cars!
His passion is Muscle Cars and Harleys!
Leon
Founder/Vintage Specialist
Leon Bouchy is a transmission expert who has been in the industry for over 55 years. He cofounded Tri-City Transmission with his business partner Mike Young.
Back on March 20, 1972, the partnership of Leon Bouchy and Michael Young realized a dream with the grand opening of Tri-City. They knew their strong work ethic and ability to communicate with people would serve them well in their new positions as local business owners.
Mark
Manager/Technician
Mark is an ASE Certified technician who has been in the business for over 20 years.
He works on some of the more unique situations at Tri-City and prides himself on being able to resolve conflict.
In his spare time he likes ride motorcycles and play the guitar.
Mike
Founder/Vintage Specialist
There is no substitute for experience. Mike has been in the automotive world for over 60 years; most of that time he has spent as co-founder of Tri-City Transmission.
We appreciate Mike's wisdom, expertise and experience at Tri-City Transmission & Auto Repair. He is our "go-to" expert when it comes to older model and vintage vehicles.
