Meet The Staff At Sparks Tire & Auto

"Family Owned, isn't just some marketing gimmick!"

Personal Information: Jessica grew up in the St Charles area as the only child to Ron and Sonja. She graduated from Western Kentucky University with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Geography and Architecture. She decided to come into the family business and has now taken on the role of marketing manager for Sparks. When she is not working, she likes to spend time with her husband Mike and daughter Lana. She loves watching Lana grow and learn new things. She hopes to one day design and build her own home.

ASE Certifications: (C1) Auto: Service Consultant

Awards:  2023 Women In AutoCare Female Shop Owner of the Year, 2024 NAPA AutoCare Center of the Year

Personal Information: Greg resides in Cottleville with his wife, Susan, and two children, Nicholas and Daniel. He enjoys coaching his sons youth football team and spending time with his family. Greg is also entering his 20th year as the host of the KMOX Auto Show.

Employment Information: Greg started his automotive career sweeping floors at Gulley Truck Leasing. Since then, he has moved his way up the ladder, starting as a general service technician, all the way to a Master Certified Technician, and now as a service advisor. He won the 2007 Amoco Ultimate Golden Technician Award.

Jacob Dickerson, Service Advisor

Personal Information: Jacob resides in St. Peters with his wife and 2 children. In his spare time, he enjoys playing games with his kids and sleeping.

Employment Information: Jake started with Sparks Tire & Auto in July 2023. He has been a great addition to the Sparks Family. Prior to Sparks, Jake worked in the industry at a couple different chain stores. He is grateful to be in a family shop setting now.

Ron Tinner, Owner

Personal Information: Ron grew up working on cars in his Grandfather’s garage in St. Paul, Mo. He knew from a very young age that this is what he wanted to do when he grew up. He currently lives in Wentzville Missouri with his wife Sonja. They have a grown daughter, Jessica. When not at Sparks, Ron likes to work on projects around the house, and loves playing around with his granddaughter Lana.

Employment Information: Ron began his career at Sparks as a general service technician in 1986. At this time Sparks was a tune-up facility. Ron made a commitment to learn everything he could about the changing automotive repair industry. This paid off, as not only did he become a top level technician, but was able to become a business owner as well. In 2001, after co-owning Sparks for a couple years, Ron bought out the previous owner.

Personal Information: Sonja grew up in St. Peters with three brothers, so it’s no surprise she goes to work every day as one of the only women in the building. She has been happily married to Ron since 1985. Their daughter Jessica graduated from Western Kentucky University and now works full time at the shop as well. In her spare time Sonja likes to find new recipes to cook in her outdoor kitchen, travel, and enjoy all that comes with being a grandma!

Employment Information: Sonja worked in retail management for 20 years before coming to Sparks in 2001. She worked at various mall-based companies as both a Store Manager and District Manager.

ASE Certifications: (C1) Auto: Service Consultant

Nathan joined us in November 2022 and has been doing an outstanding job at our shop. He has a degree from Ranken Technician College in Diesel Repair. Nathan can work on all types of vehicles but specializes in diesel repairs.

When he is not at work, Nathan likes to spend time playing disc golf and riding ATV’s. Nathan has been a great addition to the team and we look forward to many years to come with him!

Certifications: ASE Master Auto Technician, Missouri State Recognized Emissions Repair Technician, State of Missouri Inspector Mechanic

ASE Certifications: (A1) Auto: Engine Repair (A2) Auto: Automatic Trans/Transaxles (A3) Auto: Manual Drive Train and Axles (A4) Auto: Suspension and Steering (A5) Auto: Brakes (A6) Auto: Electrical/Electronic Systems (A7) Auto: Heating and Air Conditioning (A8) Auto: Engine Performance (A9) Diesel Certified

Phil has re-joined our team as of March 2023. Phil originally worked for Sparks when he was in high school. After graduation, he left us to join the military.

He has completed his time with the Army and is now a part of the Army Reserves. We are thrilled to have him back with us. When he is not working, he loves to spend time with his wife and little girl.

Certifications: ASE Master Auto Technician, Missouri State Recognized Emissions Repair Technician, State of Missouri Inspector Mechanic

ASE Certifications: (A1) Auto: Engine Repair (A2) Auto: Automatic Trans/Transaxles (A3) Auto: Manual Drive Train and Axles (A4) Auto: Suspension and Steering (A5) Auto: Brakes (A6) Auto: Electrical/Electronic Systems (A7) Auto: Heating and Air Conditioning (A8) Auto: Engine Performance (A9) Diesel Certified

Lucas joined the Sparks Tire & Auto team in May 2023. Lucas has worked in the automotive industry before, working his way up from starting as a general service technician, to what he is today.

He has worked both in the dealership world and the independent shop world. He is both a licensed Missouri state inspector and an ASE certified technician. When Lucas in not working here at the shop, or on his cars at home, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends, going hunting, fishing, and boating.