Meet Our Staff

For over 40 years Brad Mildenberger has been an important part of his family's business and the Bitterroot community. As the Owner-Manager, Brad takes a great interest in every department, and every staff member, making sure you get the best service, and the best value, every time. He is a man dedicated to his family and the community he lives in. Whether it's the county fairgrounds, the schools or car & motorcycle clubs, Brad is a supporter! You may have noticed the friendly and inviting voice on the radio asking you to come visit Mildenberger Motors, that's him!

Martin Brockell is the General Manager

Trish McCurdy is our Finance Manager.

Ray Niesslein is the Internet Marketing Manager for Mildenberger Motors.

Mike McCurdy is a vehicle sales specialist

Stan Gingerich is a vehicle sales specialist

Mark Pent is a vehicle sales specialist.

Mike Mertz is a vehicle sales specialist

When you drive into the service department at Mildenberger Motors whether it is to get your oil changed or because you are having a mechanical problem, chances are pretty good the helpful person greeting you is Dave Heckeroth. Dave has been in the automotive business for well over 15 years & a service writer for Mildenberger Motors since 2002. A Montana resident for over fifty years, Dave is a graduate of Sentinel High School. He and his wife Shawna, who is an addictions counselor, have lived in the Bitterroot for over twenty five years. They are members of Corvallis Community Church and have three children: Evanie, Brooke and Nathaniel. Dave's interests are varied. He likes to fish and restore old pick up trucks. He also enjoys researching railroad history. His father and grandfather both worked for the Milwaukee Railroad. When Dave is not here making you feel welcome as you drive in the door, he truly enjoys spending time with his family.

If you have had work done on your vehicle at Mildenberger Motors anytime since 1989, chances are Dave Doll has been your technician. With thirty five years automotive experience he can diagnose the problem and have that engine purring like new in no time at all. He has his General Motors and ASE certifications and certainly knows his way around an engine. Dave has been a Bitterroot resident over 25 years, originally from Billings. His wife Rae Ann is a dental assistant for Dr. Greg Seltzer. He has a son Michael who shares a lot of the same pastimes as his dad. Dave likes riding motorcycles, both dirt bikes and road bikes. On a snowy afternoon you may just catch him riding his snowmobile, but once in a while he may need to be reminded which end of the machine should be sitting down on the snow!

Jeremy came to the Bitterroot over 15 years ago from Eureka, MT. He is a talented service technician who can keep your vehicle performing as it should. He has 4 children and enjoys getting dirty with motorcycles and ATVs. He is outgoing and brings fresh humor to the service bays.

Mike Larson, moved to Montana from Iowa about 10 years ago. He has 2 sons, and comes from a family of mechanics, so you know experience counts here with this top notch service technician. Another outdoors lover like the rest of us!

James Booth is a seasoned service tech. Has rides a motorcycle and has many years of experience turning a wrench. He is a Navy veteran who served on a submarine. Married and always has a smile to share.

Matt Eickholt, has been in Montana for over 10 years as a mechanic. He studied Automotive tech in Minnesota and has a wife and 2 sons. He enjoys hunting, fishing and volunteering with the Corvallis Fire Department.

Bill Dawkins has over 25 years of GM training and returned to Mildenberger in 2008. You may have known him from Hamilton High if you're old enough. He's been a Bitterrooter since 1973, has run a body shop and garage, and knows his parts. Mildenberger Motors is lucky to have experienced parts staff like Bill to offer our customers the insight and experience you'll need when replacing or finding parts for your projects. He knows where to shop so you won't be paying top dollar either. Come talk with Bill before you start your next project.

Our new parts manager took over the department from his cousin with the same name Matt Lykins. His wife Megan works for the Ravalli County Federal Credit Union where we do business. Matt graduated from Hamilton HS in 2021 and has lived in the area for 7 years. He has been with Mildenberger Motors as a service writer since 2023 and was the perfect fit to fill the Parts department manager position. Come in and let Matt help you customize your vehicle today.

Karla Wallace has been the lead accountant for Mildenberger Motors since 2002. If you've purchased a vehicle, had your car serviced or bought a part, there is a good chance she has handled your money. Karla's husband & best friend for over 20 years, Doug, is a manager for Countrywide Periodicals. They have a son, Justin. Karla enjoys spending time with her family especially taking road trips. You could probably catch Karla cheering on her two favorite baseball teams, the Atlanta Braves and the Seattle Mariners. She definitely takes being a baseball fan to the next level. Want to know the standings? Just ask Karla.

Debra Shippy was raised outside of Fort Carson, Colorado. She has 3 beautiful daughters who are the light of her life. She loves the mountains, snow, cooking and the S.F. 49ers. When you get your vehicle serviced here at Mildenberger Motors, she will help you pay your invoice with a smile and do her best to make your experience here a pleasant one.

Carla Christofferson has been at Mildenberger Motors since 2006. A native Montanan, born and raised in Butte, she has also lived in Missoula, Kalispell and Spokane WA. Her husband, Bruce, is has a small engine repair & maintenance service company. Her son and daughter in law, Chris and Suzanne Albright live here with their three children Courtney, Ridge and Lainie. Carla also has a daughter and son in law, April and Pete Adams, who live in Belgrade. Carla loves to golf, snow ski and camp as well as hike with Bruce and their border collie Fluff. Warm summer days they may be seen cruising around in their 67 Chevelle. Carla is involved with Bitterroot Special Olympics as a member of the steering committee responsible for volunteers. She loves University of Montana football and goes to the Grizzly games every chance she gets. She is also a Gonzaga University basketball fan (go Zags) as well as a Mariners fan.

When you drove away in your new or used car, there was a good chance it was prepared for delivery by Debbie Young. Debbie is crew manager in our detailing and reconditioning department. She has many years experience in the automotive field and we are glad she has been here at Mildenberger Motors since 2006. Debbie & her husband Wes organize Car Shows to help support Charities here in the Bitterroot like Emma's House & Therapeutic Riding. Originally from Eugene Oregon, they have lived in the Bitterroot for over 20 years. Debbie spent many years riding and showing horses, but these days she prefers her horses under the hood. She soon plans on adding another muscle car to the family. When she isn't turning the used cars at Mildenberger Motors into perfection, she and Wes might be seen cruising the valley in their 1969 GTO.