About Us

Astro Auto is a growing automotive business. We do used vehicle sales, maintenance and repair, tires, detailing, and paint protection film (PPF). We're building the team from the ground up, so you'll get a real say in how the shop runs and room to grow as we expand.

Job Overview

We're looking for an experienced, certified Journeyman Automotive Service Technician to lead the mechanical side of our shop. You'll diagnose and repair customer vehicles, handle mechanical inspections and reconditioning on our used vehicle inventory, keep our rental fleet road-ready, and help train our lube & tire techs and apprentices.

Because we're a current shop, this isn't a "punch in and wait for work orders" role. We want someone who takes pride in doing the job right the first time, can explain a repair to a customer in plain language, and wants a hand in setting up the bay, the workflow, and the quality standards.

Responsibilities

- Diagnose and repair cars and light trucks across all major systems: engine, drivetrain, brakes, steering and suspension, HVAC, and electrical/electronic
- Use scan tools, wiring diagrams, and service information to diagnose check-engine lights, drivability, and electrical faults
- Perform scheduled maintenance, brake jobs, suspension and steering repairs, and alignments
- Complete Mechanical Fitness Assessments (MFAs) and pre-sale inspections on our used vehicle inventory, and carry out the reconditioning work they call for
- Inspect and maintain our rental fleet vehicles between trips so they stay safe and reliable
- Write clear repair orders and estimates (concern, cause, correction) and document findings with notes and photos




- Explain findings and recommendations to customers or the service advisor, separating "needs it now" from "can wait"
- Supervise, train, and sign off on work done by apprentices and lube & tire technicians
- Help set up the shop: recommend tools and equipment, build out service workflows, and set quality-control checks
- Keep the bay clean and organized, and follow safety procedures for lifts, fluids, and hazardous materials
- Help out across the shop when needed

Requirements

- Alberta Journeyperson Certificate – Automotive Service Technician, or a recognized trade certificate from another province (Red Seal is an asset)
- 1+ years of experience as a licensed technician (dealership or independent shop)
- Strong diagnostic skills with scan tools, multimeters, wiring diagrams, and service information systems
- Comfortable working on domestic, Asian, and European makes
- Your own professional set of hand tools
- Clear, professional communication with customers and teammates
- Reliable, on time, and organized, with strong attention to detail
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

Nice to Have
- Alberta Out-of-Province Vehicle Inspection licence (or willingness to get it)
- Experience completing MFAs for a dealership
- Alignment experience
- Hybrid or EV training
- Experience mentoring apprentices

What We Offer
- Competitive pay
- A say in how the shop is built, from equipment to processes
- Room to grow into different roles/managements as Astro Auto expands
- A steady mix of work: customer repairs, used vehicle reconditioning, and fleet maintenance.

Pay: $25.00-$45.00 per hour Expected hours: 24.0 – 44.0 per week

Work Location: In person

📌 Journeyman/woman Automotive Technician (Calgary)
🏢 Astro Auto
📍 Calgary