Vehicle Maintenance - Mechanics Helper
Sunshine Village CorporationAlberta, Canada
Posted April 8, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Sunshine Village Corporation, founded in 1967, is a nonprofit that provides comprehensive day habilitation and employment services for adults with developmental disabilities, including autism. With campuses in Chicopee, Agawam, and Three Rivers, the organization delivers medically‑based day programs that blend physical, speech, and occupational therapies with music, culinary, art, and sport therapies to build life skills, social competence, and independence. Leveraging five decades of industry partnerships, Sunshine Village prepares participants for meaningful industrial and commercial work, offering a supportive workplace culture that values contribution and pride. Accredited by CARF International and funded through state, federal, and private sources, the company is recognized as an employer of choice, providing competitive compensation, benefits, and leadership development opportunities. Its mission—to transform everyday moments into empowering experiences—distinguishes it as a leader in community‑based disability services.
Job Description
Vehicle Maintenance Helpers can be in a visible role and assist in providing outstanding experiences for everyone at Sunshine Village, focusing on safety, efficiency, and being approachable and courteous.
Requirements
- Mechanically inclined
- Outgoing, positive, social, and friendly attitude
- Prepared to work flexible schedules e.g., weekends, holidays, nights, extended hours
- Prepared to work outdoors in all weather conditions e.g., appropriate footwear, layers, gloves
- Calm under pressure and patient
- Communicate effectively in English, both written and verbally
- Maintain professional conduct when in uniform on or off-duty
- Effectively provide support and assistance to coworkers
- Attend and actively participate in meetings and training
- Must be neat, alert, punctual and dependable
- Knowledgeable and able to use basic hand tools e.g., wrenches, hammer, drills, grinders
Benefits
- FREE - Your staff pass is your ticket to ride Sunshine!
- Ski & Ride – Free days & discounts at ski resorts across Canada
- Staff Events – Staff parties, BBQs, spring night skiing, dog sledding & more
- Career – Recognition programs & career development opportunities
- Wellness – Discounted fitness passes, yoga, onsite support & professional support
- Onsite discounts – Food & beverage, retail, & hotel stays
- Exclusive deals – Brand-named gear & local businesses