Scott began working for A-1 Muffler & Brake during his teens, as soon as his parents opened the shop. During high school, he often built as many as four or five exhausts per day. Aside from working for Midas in Springfield while earning his Operations Management degree from Missouri State University, Scott has always worked for A-1. He purchased the business in 1989 when his parents retired. He loves the geometric art of custom exhaust work, creating something from nothing, “the spatial stuff.” Scott’s career has given him plenty of opportunities to work on interesting exhaust projects. Besides an impressive array of collectors’ cars, race cars, and high-dollar show cars, he has done exhaust work for everything from lawn tractors, air boats, and airplanes, to a train muffler and the backup generator for the City of Festus. As a natural problem-solver, he’s passionate about fair business practices, fair pricing, and honest answers, clearly explained.

Kiesha joined A-1 Truck & Auto in December 2016 with ASE Certification in Parts, an Associates in Mechanical Drafting, and a lifelong background in automotive repair. Cars are Kiesha’s passion, especially Chevy Camaros. Her very first vehicle was a 1994 Z28 LTI 6-speed. Kiesha’s family opened White’s Auto Service in 1939, where she began learning car repair from her father, her uncle, and her brother at age 8. She took over as Owner – Operator in 2006. After closing the business due to fire damage in 2007, she spent the next nine years managing Auto Zone in Festus. Kiesha’s favorite aspect of office management at A-1 is working with customers, many of whom recognize her from Auto Zone. Away from work, she enjoys Discovery’s “Fast N Loud,” and spending time with her family of automotive enthusiasts: her husband – a Commercial Manager for Auto Zone, and her teenage son who enjoys working on dirt bikes as well as debating all things automotive.

Tyler credits his stepdad for sparking his interest in automotive work. During his pre-teens he began helping with repairs in tight spaces. “It’s a good feeling,” he says, “bringing something back to life.” For his first personal project, he restored an ’86 Ford Bronco, relying on repair manuals as learning resources. Tyler’s 10 years industry experience before joining A-1 in July 2021 include work for Auto Zone, Lowe Automotive, and Meineke. He likes the honest work ethic that A-1 has made a priority and personally working with customers. “The shops that do it right keep the industry alive,” he says. Outside of work, Tyler’s focus is on family and football. He’s a Buffalo Bills fan and a proud member of Bills Mafia.

Greg describes the love of working on mechanical things that inspired his automotive career as “temporary insanity that never went away.” His automotive maintenance and repair skills include specialized training in brakes, steering, suspension, and engine repair. He worked for A-1 Truck & Auto from 1993 to 1999, and returned to A-1 in 2007. Outside of work, his eclectic interests include such mechanical and automotive activities as collecting old tools, old cars, and riding four-wheelers, as well as attending auctions and swap meets, hunting, and fishing.

Jadyn became an A-1 technician in October 2017 after a year-and-a-half working for O’Reilly Auto Parts. His step dad, who worked at Chrysler, sparked his interest in cars. Jadyn especially likes tire changes, wheel rotations, and the people he meets. Since joining A-1, the team is his favorite part of the job. “They’ve treated me like family since day one,” he says of his co-workers. “I like that everybody’s good people.”

Jeff’s interest in cars began around age eight when his dad brought home a ’64 Impala. “I sat in that car until they made me come in and go to bed,” he recalls. Jeff loved Impalas so much that he customized his own first car, a Chevy Bel Air, with an Impala hood. He has spent his entire career working with cars, from his first job at the full-service Motor Gas station on South Broadway, to more recently De Soto Muffler and Tom’s Towing. Even during a short time working for Pizza Hut, he still serviced cars on the side. During his free time, he likes swap meets, car shows, and cruising with the Hyway Rockers classic car club. Jeff joined the A-1 team in June of 2018.

Aaron Moore’s mechanical curiosity began when building Harley Davidsons with his dad. He’s driven to figure out how things work or why they don’t. He studied welding and die making at Jefferson College. He loves old things. Even his fridge is from the 1950s. The quirks of classic cars – a starter switch by the gas pedal of a Willys truck or non-synchronous transmissions in early multi-speed vehicles – fascinate him. Aaron’s previous work includes racecar fabrication and general mechanic work for a local shop. Away from work, he raises his two children, spends time outdoors, and restores old vehicles. We are proud to have Aaron as a part of the A-1 team since July of 2020.