Meet Our Team
Kenneth Wrobel
Owner/Autobody Technician
Kenny earned his Auto Body degree from Anoka Hennepin Technical College in 1993. He has over 30 years of experience in the autobody industry. He is I-CAR trained which focusses on assuring complete, safe, quality repairs. He was featured in the autobody repair network (ABRN) magazine seven years straight for being in the top 3% in the country for productivity. His passion for cars started at a young age building model cars and trucks and then adding his own detail and touch to each and every one. Kenny worked as the lead technician at Thomas Auto Body for 6 years prior to purchasing the business in October 2017.
Steve Jarmuzek
Estimator
Steve grew up in Otsego and graduated from Elk River High School in 1989. He has over 35 years of experience in the industry and has obtained his I-CAR certification. Steve got started in the automotive industry after he was offered a job washing cars. Quickly finding his footing, he used that opportunity as a launch pad for his career as an autobody estimator. There are many aspects of the job that he enjoys, but the most rewarding part for him is being able to help his customers through the difficult – and often confusing – process of getting a vehicle repaired and back on the road. When he isn’t at Thomas Autobody, he spends his time camping, boating, golfing and visiting breweries with his wife, daughter and two sons.
Nathanial Magdziarz-Rainey
Autobody Technician
Nate has over 6 years of experience in the autobody industry. He is also certified through AkzoNoble Sikkens in automotive paint application. He has experience and knowledge in metalworking, fiberglass and dent repair, welding, rustproofing and electrical wiring. He graduated from St. Louis Park High School in 2016 then began working in the auto body industry shortly after that. He places high importance on the integrity of the job. When he isn’t hard at work at Thomas Auto Body, he likes working on his 1971 chevy pickup, participating in PC games with friends, and heading out to his local breweries.
Justin Bancroft
Painter
Justin earned his degree from Hennepin Technical College in 2002. He has over 21 years of experience working as an automobile painting technician. He is skilled with all aspects of painting from start to finish. He is a dedicated painter who takes great pride in his work.
Justin has been with Thomas Autobody for 6 years.
Kongmeng Vang
Detailer
Kong grew up in North Minneapolis and graduated from Patrick Henry High School in 2015. He has always enjoyed cars, so entering the auto repair industry was an easy decision for him. He has almost 2 years' experience as an auto body detailer and quality inspector. When he isn’t hard at work with Thomas Auto Body, you can usually find him breeding fish, fishing and working on home improvements.