Staff
This is our friendly staff at Grinnell Firestone
Bert & Jerry Van Sant
Founders
They started Grinnell Firestone in 1971 and continue to be a part of the Grinnell Firestone Team. Jerry is our medium truck and agriculture specilast. And runs the farm service truck.
Bert – Accounts Receivable, advertising and fills in wherever needed.
Mike Van Sant
Owner - Technician
Mike began sweeping the floor at age 14 and his career in 1990. In 2002 Lisa and Mike purchased the business from Bert & Jerry. Mike works in the shop as a technician but always available for any customer needs.
Lisa Van Sant
Office Manager
Lisa is in charge of Accounts Receivable and all our computer needs at the store. Lisa has worked in the family business since 1991.
Gene Wedeking
Front End Specialist
Gene specializes in suspension and front end alignments. He has been with Grinnell Firestone since 1995 and brings over 16 years of automotive experience.
Gene Nicklas (Nick)
Drivability Specialist
When your car isn’t running to its potential or that pesky check engine light is on, Gene can get to the bottom of it. Gene has been with the Grinnell Firestone Team since 1997 and has been in this field for over 12 years.
Verl Shook
Oil Change Technician
Verl has an eye for preventative maintenance keeping you from failures out on the road. Verl joined the team in 1998 with 40 years experience.
Todd Schurr
Service Advisor
Todd has 4 years experience in the automotive field. Todd will handle service needs from start to completion as well as light truck and car tire sales.



