Meet Our Ford Master Technicians in Hutchinson: Colton & Josh | Jay Malone Ford

When you hand your vehicle over for service, you want to know it is in capable hands. At Jay Malone Ford in Hutchinson, we are proud to say it is in some of the most capable hands in the state. Two of our Ford technicians, Colton and Josh, have earned the highest certifications in their field — credentials that take years of training and testing to achieve. Here is what those titles mean, and why they matter for your vehicle.

In this article
Meet Colton and Josh
What is a Ford Senior Master Technician?
What is the Ford EV Master Achievement?
Why this matters for your vehicle
Service you can trust in Hutchinson
Frequently asked questions

Meet Colton and Josh

Colton and Josh are two of the technicians you will find in our service department, and both have reached the top of their profession. Earning these certifications is not a weekend course — it takes years of hands-on experience, ongoing manufacturer training, and passing a demanding series of Ford exams across every major vehicle system. Having two technicians at this level under one roof is something we are genuinely proud of, and it is a real advantage for every customer who trusts us with their vehicle.

What Is a Ford Senior Master Technician?

Ford Senior Master Technician is the highest technician certification Ford offers. To earn it, a technician has to complete Ford’s full slate of training and pass certification exams across every major area of the vehicle — engine, transmission, electrical, brakes, steering and suspension, climate control, and more — while keeping those certifications current year after year. It is a title that reflects years of proven, hands-on mastery, not just classroom time.

To put it in perspective, both Colton and Josh are among just 443 technicians in the entire Twin Cities region to hold this elite title. Having two of them on the same team is uncommon, and it means the depth of expertise in our shop runs deep.

What Is the Ford Electric Vehicle Master Achievement?

As Ford’s lineup goes electric, servicing those vehicles safely and correctly takes specialized, high-voltage training that most technicians simply do not have. The Ford Electric Vehicle Master Achievement is a separate, advanced certification specifically for servicing Ford’s electric vehicles — covering the high-voltage systems, battery technology, and unique diagnostics that EVs require.

Colton and Josh are both among just 284 technicians in the region certified to service Ford’s electric lineup. So whether you drive a gas F-150 or an electric Ford, you do not have to go searching for a specialist — the expertise is right here in Hutchinson.

Why This Matters for Your Vehicle

Certifications like these are not just wall decorations — they translate directly into better service for you:

• Accurate diagnosis the first time. Master-level training means problems get identified correctly and quickly, which saves you time and money.
• The right repair, done right. These technicians know Ford vehicles inside and out and repair them to Ford’s exact standards.
• Gas or electric, covered. With both Senior Master and EV certifications on staff, you have a single trusted service home no matter what you drive.
• Peace of mind. Your vehicle is one of your biggest investments. Having elite-level techs care for it protects that investment for the long haul.

Service You Can Trust in Hutchinson

Colton and Josh are part of a service and parts team built to take great care of you. Our Ford service center handles everything from oil changes and tire rotations to complex diagnostics and major repairs — for Fords and all makes. Our parts department stocks genuine Motorcraft parts and Ford accessories, and our on-site body shop handles collision repair under the same roof — one of the few dealers in central Minnesota to offer it all in one place.

When it is time for your next service, you can schedule online or give us a call. We would be honored to put our team’s expertise to work for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

We are proud of Colton and Josh, and prouder still of what their expertise means for the people we serve. When you bring your vehicle to Jay Malone Ford, you are trusting it to a team that has put in the work to be among the best in the state — and we do not take that trust lightly. Congratulations to both of them, and thank you to every customer who lets us take care of your vehicles.

Certification titles and regional technician counts per Ford Motor Company. Ford Senior Master Technician and Ford Electric Vehicle Master Achievement are certifications administered by Ford. Regional figures reflect Ford data for the Twin Cities region at the time of certification and are subject to change.