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Tim & Coleen Shive: At Grand Valley Fleet Services (GVFS), our story is built on over 35 years of hands-on expertise and a deep connection to the Grand Valley. Owner, Tim Shive, has been a fixture in the tire and automotive industry since 1988. His journey has taken him from Grand Tire in Moab, Utah, to Gay Johnson’s Tire and Auto, TDS (Tire Distribution Center), GCR Tire and Auto, and Bridgestone. For 29 of those years, Tim worked out of the very same building on North Avenue, becoming a very familiar and trusted face to generations of local drivers. In 2022, Tim and his wife, Coleen, officially took the wheel, purchasing Mercer Automotive from founders Dave and Stephanie Mercer. Today we carry that legacy forward, combining big-industry knowledge with a “hometown” service feel. We believe that high-quality work comes from a team that truly cares about their environment. Coleen makes sure GVFS is more than just a repair shop-it’s a place where people enjoy coming to work. We prioritize a fun, supportive atmosphere and never miss a chance to celebrate. Whether it’s a birthday, a work anniversary, or a personal milestone, we celebrate together as a family. That positive energy and pride in our work are what you’ll feel every time you trust us with your vehicle. We are proud to service the Grand Valley with integrity, professional quality, and the personal touch that only a local, family-run business can provide.

Nick Lopez: Nick has been working in the automotive world for 22 years as an ASE Certified Parts Specialist, with the last 5 years as our Head Service Writer. Nick loves to go fishing and spend time with his growing family. He loves working in the office and working with the guys on other projects. When asked why he loves working at GVFS, his response- “Everybody is awesome here!”

Ty Soderquist: Ty is one of our 3 amazing mechanics. He has been “tinkering since birth,” or at least 45 years. He is ASE Master Certified and has been with Mercer Auto since 2015, and GVFS since 2022. He loves the outdoors, riding his side-by-side and spending time with his grand-kids and his dogs. His favorite thing about working at GVFS is working with and helping others. He is our “Jack of all trades…Master of plenty.”

Jim Reese: Jim is one of our 3 amazing mechanics. He has been a professional mechanic for over 28 years, also “tinkering since birth”, and ASE Master Certified. Jim was a part of the team who started Mercer Automotive back in 2005. He has continued that legacy with the transition to GVFS. He loves his employers and enjoys traveling and spending time with his family.

Tyler Knowlden: Tyler is one of our 3 amazing mechanics. He joined our family in 2025, completing our great team and bringing with him 15 years of automotive experience. He loves being a part of the GVFS family. Outside of work, Tyler enjoys exploring the outdoors in his side-by-side and hanging out with his family.

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