Meet Jarrod Marsh - Owner and Technician! With a background in airplane mechanics, Jarrod has always found joy in solving complex issues and performing intricate repairs. He now brings nearly a decade of hands-on experience as an RV technician, combining precision, problem-solving, and a genuine passion for helping customers get back on the road with confidence. Jarrod is excited to share his expertise and bring a new, more magical RV experience to Guntersville and all of Northern Alabama—raising the bar for service, care, and customer satisfaction in the region.

Meet Xuan! A proud Army veteran with six years of service, Xuan brings exceptional leadership, discipline, and strategic thinking to every role she takes on. She holds an MBA in Project Management and a BA in Business Management, and has spent more than a decade excelling in financial oversight and office management within the structural steel industry. Today, she combines her financial expertise, operational skill, and passion for customer care. Xuan is dedicated to elevating the customer experience, strengthening business operations, and helping shape the future of Lakeside RV.

When you visit Lakeside RV—whether you’re walking through the front door or calling in for help—you’re likely to hear the cheerful voice or see the welcoming smile of Kayla Hawkins. Since joining Lakeside in June, Kayla has quickly become an essential part of our team, bringing energy, leadership, and a genuine passion for people into everything she does.

With over 10 years of management experience, Kayla has worked in a variety of leadership roles that sharpened her skills in process improvement, team development, customer service, and marketing. She has a natural talent for creating smooth, efficient systems while also making every customer feel valued and understood. Her ability to balance professionalism with warmth makes her a standout presence in the shop and an anchor of our customer experience.

Meet Julie Smith - Julie is one of the first smiling faces you’ll meet when you walk into Lakeside RV, and she brings with her over a decade of hands-on experience in the service industry. She has worked in a wide range of administrative environments and has developed a strong, well-rounded understanding of customer care, operations support, and service coordination. Most recently, she specialized in insurance proficiency—giving her a unique set of skills that helps our customers feel confident, informed, and taken care of.

With a work ethic that began at just 14 years old, Julie has always been driven by a passion for helping others. She thrives in fast-paced environments and loves being able to support customers with clarity, kindness, and genuine understanding. Her ability to combine organization, communication, and compassion makes her an invaluable part of our team and a reassuring presence for every customer who visits our office.

With an impressive 25-year career as a certified gas and diesel mechanic, Daniel Hawkins brings unmatched expertise, precision, and dedication to the Lakeside RV team. His extensive background includes owning and operating his own successful mechanic shop for over a decade, as well as managing and maintaining multiple service shops throughout his career. This blend of hands-on mastery and leadership experience has shaped Daniel into a technician who not only knows how to fix a problem—but also how to guide a shop toward excellence.

Daniel is known for his strong work ethic and commitment to getting the job done right the first time. He has a genuine passion for customer service and takes pride in delivering high-quality work that helps families travel safely and comfortably. His deep understanding of RV systems, paired with his pride in craftsmanship, makes him a trusted specialist for even the most challenging repairs.

Joshua Dabbs is a talented and versatile RV Technician whose hands-on experience and strong work ethic make him an invaluable part of the Lakeside RV team. With a background that spans welding, automotive repair, logging, and building mobile homes, Joshua brings a rare and incredibly useful blend of skills to the RV industry. His ability to troubleshoot, adapt, and work through complex repairs has allowed him to develop into a highly capable technician who takes pride in every job he completes.

What truly sets Joshua apart is his dedication and dependability. He is known for always showing up ready to work, giving 100%, and making sure every customer’s RV leaves safer and better than it arrived. His craftsmanship, attention to detail, and commitment to doing things the right way make him a trusted part of our service team.