The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) has presented the Discount Tire ASE Automobile Technician of the Year award to Joe Bologna of Ellisville Tire & Service in Wildwood, Mo.
"Joe is an outstanding professional and his commitment to safety and on-the-job excellence are a perfect reflection of the values and people of Ellisville and Discount Tire,” says Earl Davidson, vice president of full service, Discount Tire, which acquired Ellisville Tire & Service a few years ago.
Bologna is a head mechanic at Ellsville Tire & Service and has been with the company for over 20 years.
He is one of the 53 technicians nationwide to receive the Technicians of the Year designation. Nominees are required to possess multiple ASE certifications, including the Master Technician ASE certification; deliver top scores on ASE tests; and demonstrate proficiency in productivity, customer satisfaction and community involvement.
“ASE has honored extraordinary industry professionals from across the nation for more than 40 years,” says Tim Zilke, president and CEO of ASE.
“This is made possible by our partnership with the best-known names in the automotive service and repair industry. We are proud to partner with Discount Tire to recognize Joe’s commitment to excellence in providing the very best experience for the customers and people of Ellisville.”