Tilson Auto Repair

Hours: Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–5:30 PM (Closed weekends)

Tilson’s Auto Repair helps people stay safe on the road by taking care of vehicles. The team uses tools, teamwork, and technology to find problems and fix them.

Tilson’s Auto Repair is a family-owned auto repair shop in Rochester, MN, serving the community since 1983. The team provides trusted vehicle maintenance and repair with a focus on integrity, communication, and high-quality service.

What do we do? | Services:

• Preventative maintenance (like oil changes and inspections)
• Brake repair
• Diagnostics (finding what’s wrong using tools + technology)
• Electrical and battery work
• Heating and air conditioning repair
• Tires, rotations, and alignments
• Engine and transmission troubleshooting/repair
• Hybrid & electric vehicle repair
• Fleet services

Careers connected to Tilson Auto Repair:

• Automotive Technician / Mechanic
• Diagnostic Technician
• Tire & Maintenance Technician
• Hybrid / Electric Vehicle Technician
• Service Advisor (customer communication + scheduling)
• Shop Manager / Operations
• Parts & Inventory Support
• Owner / Leadership roles

Skills youth can build through automotive careers:

• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Using technology and diagnostic tools
• Communication and teamwork
• Attention to detail and safety
• Customer service and trust-building

School subjects that connect to automotive careers:

• Math, Science, Reading/Writing, and Technology

⭐ Learning Opportunities

• Career guest speaker
• Shop tours / workplace visits (small groups)
• Classroom Q&A about tools, technology, and careers
• Job shadow (older students)
• Internship/work-based learning conversations (high school)