Zach Cryder
A little bit about Zach!
Zach has been in the automotive industry for 12 years. He started at Tulsa Tech followed by 2 years at OSU-IT (Oklahoma State University – Information Technology) in the Ford ASSET program during which he apprenticed under a Ford Senior Master and earned an associates degree. Zach reached the level of Ford Master Technician and diesel specialist. After a couple years at a Ford dealer as a diesel tech he spent two years as a heavy equipment field service technician. He then moved to the independent side of auto repair at a couple quality independent shops as a bumper to bumper technician specializing in driveability as well as diesel.
Zach has nearly every Ford Motorcraft Company certification, as well as having his HVAC certification, air brake certification, and natural gas certification from Westport as well as many other industry certifications. Zach is working towards his ASE CMAT L1 currently.
Zach is an avid off roader and enjoys building for and competing in gambler 500 rallies in his spare time.
Zach Cypert
A little bit about Zach!
Zach has been in the industry about 8 years, Zach is a graduate of the OSU-IT (Oklahoma State University – Information Technology) PROTECH program, he worked at a single shop for most of his career before coming to the L1 TEAM! Zach holds ASE A1-A8 certifications as well as L1.
In Zach’s spare time he likes to work on his classic trucks and spend time with his cats!
Liz Perkins
A little bit about Liz!
Liz has been in the industry for 4 years, she started as a mobile programming, key specialist, and ADAS Specialist, she is currently training to add diagnosis to her abilities. Liz is working towards getting her ASE certifications as well. Liz also serves as a subject matter expert for the ASE L4 test!
Liz’s favorite activity outside of work is taking care of her 40+ farm animals and spending time with her friends and family!
Keith Perkins
A little bit about Keith!
Keith has been in the industry over 18 years, serving in various capacities, including; engine machinist and assembler, dyno tuner, diagnostic technician, instructor, technical information specialist, repair technician and many more roles through the years.
Keith currently holds the title of ASE Master Certified L1 Technician, holding ASE certifications: A1-A9, L1, L4, X1, P2, xEV Level 2 and various other industry certifications, he also serves as a Subject Matter Expert for the ASE A1, L1 and L4 test.
Keith also serves on the board of directors for NASTF (Click here to learn about NASTF)
Keith enjoys spending time with his wife of 15 years, and 2 daughters in his off time. His favorite non automotive activity is skydiving!
Jeff Barnes
A little bit about Jeff!
Jeff started his journey to auto repair by going to VoTech for small engine repair, Jeff spent 5 years as a small engine repair technician. In 2009 he transitioned to the auto repair side as a general service technician ending up as a diagnostician/shop-foreman.
Jeff is the first L1 Auto Group technician to start in the Oklahoma City market! Jeff currently holds ASE certifications A1-A8, L1, L4, C1, and P2.
In his free time Jeff likes to go fishing and travel with his wife!
John Krchmar
A little bit about John!
John started in the industry at Tulsa Technology Center Broken Arrow Campus for Automotive Technologies in 2002. After tech school John started in the parts side of the industry where he spent a total of 13 years as a parts professional.
John has spent nearly 7 years as a repair technician and since joining the L1 TEAM he has served as a repair technician, service advisor and a ADAS specialist in training.
Outside of L1 John enjoys spending time with his family!
Josh Smith
A little bit about Josh!
Josh has been in the industry for about 5 years, he started with a want to learn about cars! Josh attended the OSU-IT (Oklahoma State University – Information Technology) PROTECH program, after graduation he took a job at an independent shop that he had interned at during college.
After spending a few years at another independent repair facility Josh has joined the L1 TEAM!
Outside of work Josh has an interest in gunsmithing!
Tucker
A little about Tucker!
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