Unkefer Sales dealership at dusk, with Kubota equipment lined up out front

Started in 1968. Still local.

Minerva, Ohio — locally owned since 2022.

Our story

Homer Unkefer opened this dealership in 1968. In April 2022, Jake Wilhite and Vince Naska took over — and spent the rest of that year rebuilding the showroom, expanding the parts department, and upgrading the shop, without closing the doors on customers who'd been coming here for decades.

Today Unkefer Sales carries the full Kubota tractor, construction, and lawn & garden lines, plus Land Pride implements — serviced by a crew that includes mechanics with 10, 20, even 40+ years turning wrenches.

1968
Founded in Minerva, Ohio
40+
Years experience, our senior mechanic
4.7★
Rated on Google
Meet the Crew

Sales & Office Team

Our Office Staff and Sales Team work together to make your experience easy from the first call to the final purchase.

Zach Gross, General Manager at Unkefer Sales

Zach Gross

General Manager

4 years at Unkefer, 15 years in the equipment industry

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I have been with Unkefer Sales for the past 4 years and have 15 years of experience in the equipment industry.

I started my career as a technician, which gave me a strong hands-on foundation and understanding of the equipment business.

I have a true passion for this industry and enjoy making sure our customers, as well as my team, have everything they need to be successful.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my wife and our two children, hunting or doing anything outdoors.

Jen Burton, Office Manager at Unkefer Sales

Jen Burton

Office Manager

With Unkefer since 2000, back full-time since 2022

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I first joined Unkefer's in 2000, working in the service office. After four years, I took some time away from work to focus on raising my children—a chapter of life that was incredibly important to me. In 2022, I returned to Unkefer's in the Parts Department and later moved into the role of Office Manager.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends and making memories with the people I love. When I get some time to relax, I'm always happy to settle in with a good Hallmark movie or a good book.

For me, family, friendships, and being part of a great team are some of the most important things in life. I'm happy to be back at Unkefer's and look forward to continuing to be part of the company's story for years to come.

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Jon Calderone

Sales Representative

10 years in the outdoor power equipment industry, started in parts

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My name is Jonathon Calderone, and I recently joined the team at Unkefer Sales. I bring 10 years of experience in the outdoor power equipment industry. I started my career in the parts department and worked my way into sales, eventually becoming Sales Manager at my previous company. I've always enjoyed working with people, building relationships, and helping customers find the right equipment for their needs. I'm excited to bring that experience to Unkefer Sales while continuing to learn and grow in the equipment industry.

Outside of work, family and community are a huge part of my life. I enjoy spending time with my wife and kids and staying involved with my sons through youth sports. I coach football with Plain Township Youth Football and baseball with Holly Hills Youth Baseball. I also enjoy giving back to my community and being involved with my church, Eastwood Springs Church in Louisville.

Whether it's at work, on the field, at church, or in the community, I enjoy helping people and building lasting relationships.

Andy Postlethwait, Driver at Unkefer Sales

Andy Postlethwait

Driver

Army veteran, 6 years of driving experience

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Service Team

Keeping your equipment running is our top priority — from routine maintenance to major repairs.

Tyler McManaway, Service Manager at Unkefer Sales

Tyler McManaway

Service Manager

1.5 years at Unkefer, 12 years in the ag industry

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I've been with Unkefer Sales for about a year and a half and have been in the equipment business for 5½ years. I've also spent the past 12 years working in the agriculture industry, and I've been around equipment and farming my entire life.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my wife and our two sons. I also enjoy hunting and helping friends out on their farms whenever I get the opportunity.

Jim Moore, Service Technician at Unkefer Sales

Jim Moore

Service Technician

46 years at Unkefer, 47 years on the fire dept.

Robert Schulz, Service Technician at Unkefer Sales

Robert Schulz

Service Technician

12 years at Unkefer, works his family farm

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Justin Kramer

Service Technician

28 years at Unkefer, works his family farm

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Logan McCoy

Service Technician

Over 10 years experience working on Kubota equipment

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Parts Team

Genuine OEM parts and aftermarket options, with experts ready to help you find exactly what you need.

Dave McNutt, Parts Manager at Unkefer Sales

Dave McNutt

Parts Manager

14 years at Unkefer, works his family farm

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My name is David McNutt, and I grew up in Carrollton, Ohio. Growing up in a close-knit community and being surrounded by the outdoors helped shape many of the interests and values I have today. After high school, I spent 10 years living in Wyoming, where I worked as a hunting guide. My time in Wyoming gave me the opportunity to experience the outdoors in a unique way and allowed me to turn my passion for hunting and the outdoors into a career.

Eventually, I decided to return home to Carrollton and settle back on my family farm. I have been with Unkefer's for 14 years. I started my career there working at the parts counter and, through hard work and experience, eventually became the parts manager. My time at Unkefer's has given me the opportunity to grow professionally while building relationships with coworkers, customers, and people throughout the community.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time outdoors hunting and fishing. Most importantly, I enjoy being a father and watching my two sons play sports. Whether I'm spending time on the farm, enjoying the outdoors, or sitting on the sidelines supporting my boys, family and the outdoors continue to be a big part of who I am.

Cam Crider, Parts Associate at Unkefer Sales

Cam Crider

Parts Associate

2.5 years at Unkefer, 6 years in the parts industry

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My name is Cam Crider, and I have been part of the Unkefer Sales team for the past two and a half years. I started my career in the parts industry six years ago at a truck dealership and enjoy helping customers find the right parts to get the job done.

Outside of work, I enjoy anything involving classic cars and rebuilding engines. I have a particular passion for Chevy small-blocks and personally own eight of them. I was even named after a truck part—my first name is Cam and my middle name is Shaft.

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Joe Thompson

Parts Associate

5 years at NAPA, now with Unkefer's parts team

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My name is Joe Thompson, and I recently joined the Unkefer Sales team. I previously spent five years working at the NAPA warehouse and enjoy working in the parts department and helping customers find the parts and products they need.

Outside of work, I remain active in my community as a Carroll County 4-H advisor. I'm also involved with my church and serve on the Fox Township Fire Department.

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Paul Oberlin

Parts Associate

24 years at Unkefer

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