The Team

Meet our team of service professionals at Sandy Lane Auto on Argyll Road.

Joe Glumpak

Joe began his Sandy Lane career as Parts Manager in 2015. Shortly after, he took on a Service Advisor position, and takes great pride in helping clients find the best solutions and make important decisions about their vehicles every day. Joe is an avid outdoorsman. When he is not educating clients on their vehicle’s maintenance and service, you can find him snowmobiling, fishing or dirt biking.

Chris Mack

Chris has been in the Automotive Industry since 2007 but has been working with vehicles his entire life, starting in his father’s shop rebuilding engines and constructing racing vehicles. At the WORLDPAC Training Institute (WTI), he's totaled more than 36 hours of Service Advisor and Management Training Courses. Chris started as our Parts Manager in 2012 and since then has now taken on the role of General Manager of the Southside location. If you ever have any questions don’t hesitate to give him a call or send an email his way.

Alex Kormendy

Alex’s passion for auto repair started early, working in tire shops during summer vacation. Following high school Alex completed the Automotive Service Technician Program at BCIT. He is a Red Seal Automotive Technician, and a valued member of the Sandy Lane team since 2005. Alex has a great attitude and work ethic, combined with a willingness to share his diagnostic skills with other techs. Alex continues to take additional training to update his diagnostic skills.

Peter Dejong

Pete has been in the Automotive Industry since 1978. He's a Journeyman Automotive Technician and Red Seal certified. He's your go to guy for brakes, suspensions, front ends and inspections. He also specializes in Volvo repair and has been an invaluable member of the Sandy Lane Auto team since 1981.

Ben F.

Working in the auto industry since 1994, Ben joined the Sandy Lane family in 2005. After hours, Ben practices his culinary skills in the kitchen. And loves to tackle home renovation projects with his new table saw.

Aris Montejo

Aris joined Sandy Lane South in 2017, he is now a third-year automotive technician apprentice. He is constantly learning and improving his skills. He genuinely enjoys working on Volvo’s and Mercedes.

Diane Reid

Diane has been working in the financial sector for over 30 years, and has former experience in the banking, healthcare, and drilling industries. She is currently the company Controller for Sandy Lane's south and west locations. She is also a Certified Safety Administrator, and is responsible for all employees' WHMIS training.

Ivan Francetic

Ivan has been a part of the Sandy Lane family since 2018. He immigrated to Canada from Bjelovar, Croatia in 2014. While living in Croatia, Ivan ran his own automotive repair shop. He now shares that invaluable experience and brings extensive knowledge of all European makes and models to the team at Sandy Lane.

Nik Campbell

Nik is a first year automotive technician apprentice, working at Sandy Lane South since 2022. His interests are lacrosse, hockey and likes Japanese tuner cars. He grew up working on cars as his father worked here at Sandy Lane South for over 20 years.

Marjan Ristovski

Marjan started at Sandy Lane in 2023. He came to Canada from Croatia in 2013 for adventure and opportunity for his family. He grew up working on cars as his father was a mechanic in Croatia. He enjoys nature, camping at one of Alberta’s beautiful national parks and dirt biking.

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