The Crew

The staff at Central Automotive works hard to bring the most professional service possible to the customer. Both management personnel & technicians dedicate hundreds of hours each year to ongoing training. These are "Real Car Guys" that year after year have stayed at the top of their industry. From the owner right down to the courtesy shuttle driver we all take our jobs very seriously.

Central Automotive Staff

Robert Service

Owner / Service Consultant

Robert Service has been working in the automotive repair business for 38 years starting at age 16, and became and ASE Master Certified Mechanic in 1980. Rob has owned and managed Central Automotive Service Center (formerly Central Tune-Up Carburetor and Electric) since 1984. His mission is to assure that every vehicle is serviced thoroughly, and that customers to receive a good value when they bring their vehicle to Central Automotive.

Certifications:

• Service Consultant
• Master Technican
• Auto Parts Specialist
• Engine Repair
• Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
• Manual Drivetrain and Axles
• Suspension and Steering
• Brakes
• Electrical/Electronic Systems
• Heating and Air Conditioning
• Engine Performance
• Advanced Engine Performance Specialist

State of California Certification:

• Enhanced Area Test & Repair Smog License

Chuck Bowe

Service Manager / Advisor

Chuck Bowe has been in the automotive business since 1987. Chuck started at Central Automotive in 1995 as a service advisor. Now over 15 years later, Chuck manages the daily operation of the office, and continues to be the lead service consultant. You will find Chuck's honesty & integrity to be impeccable, and his vast knowledge of the vehicle repair process to be very helpful.

Certifications:

• Service Consultant
• Auto Parts Specialist

Tim Brown

Master Technician

Tim Brown has been a technician since 1971. Tim started with Central Automotive in1997, and has become the shops "Head Mechanic". His skills and experience include cars built in the early 1900's (Antiques), up to the most modern technological marvels. Tim says he can fix "Anything with Wheels"!

Certifications:

• Engine Repair
• Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
• Manual Drivetrain and Axles
• Suspension and Steering
• Brakes
• Electrical/Electronic Systems
• Heating and Air Conditioning
• Engine Performance
• Advanced Engine Performance Specialist

State of California Certification:

• Enhanced Area Test & Repair Smog License

Israel Armenta

Certified Technician

Israel Armenta started working on cars right out of high school. He studied automotive technologies at Los Medanos Junior College. Israel joined the Central Automotive team in 1999. Israel is the shops Brake, Steering & Suspension Specialist and can repair the most challenging "handling" or "braking" problems. Israel is "Advanced Engine Performance" and "Enhanced Smog Test & Repair" certified.

Certifications:

• Engine Repair
• Suspension and Steering
• Brakes
• Electrical/Electronic Systems
• Heating and Air Conditioning
• Advanced Engine Performance Specialist

State of California Certification:

• Enhanced Area Test & Repair Smog License

Ed Beyer

Master Certified Technician

Ed Beyer has worked in the Walnut Creek area as a technician for over 16 years. His knowlege of electronics and electrical systems have proved to be invaluable in the repair of modern vehicles. Ed is a "Master Certified Technician" and holds the "Advanced Engine Performance" specialist rating as well.

Certifications:

• Engine Repair
• Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
• Manual Drivetrain and Axles
• Suspension and Steering
• Brakes
• Electrical/Electronic Systems
• Heating and Air Conditioning
• Engine Performance
• Advanced Engine Performance Specialist

State of California Certification:

• Enhanced Area Test & Repair Smog License

Susan Service

Owner / Wife

Susan Service has owned Central Automotive with Rob since 1985. Sue is in charge of Central Automotive's finances including bookkeeping and payroll, as well as administrative operations. Sue is available part-time at the office ensuring customer satisfaction. :)