VEHICLE DETAILER

Intercity Transit; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plan (PERS/401k/457)

Sick leave

Vacation days

Shoe allowance

Glasses reimbursement

IAM union membership

Job summary

Intercity Transit is seeking a Vehicle Detailer to perform routine cleaning of revenue service vehicles and maintain clean work areas at our Olympia, WA facility. The role requires flexibility for days, nights, weekends, and holidays, with safety-sensitive status and drug testing.

We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans (PERS, 401k/457 with employer match), and paid vacation and sick leave.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED desirable.
• One year experience in commercial car wash, detailing, janitorial, custodial, or related experience desirable; combination of education and related experience may be considered.
• Must be able and willing to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Washington State Driver's License; must maintain an acceptable driving record throughout employment.
• Must be willing to submit to a post‑job‑offer employment‑related physical examination to include a drug screen, as well as a criminal background investigation, the results of which must meet the agency’s hiring criteria.

Responsibilities

• Routine cleaning of bus, van, and automobile interiors and exteriors.
• Cleaning work areas.
• Preparing cleaning materials.
• Responding to urgent cleaning needs in vehicles and facilities.
• Perform other related duties.

Skills

Independence

Attention to detail

Following procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Intercity Transit is a customer-focused public service agency seeking individuals who are looking for a career immersed in supporting the community. We strive to be a leading transit system while enhancing the quality of life for all citizens of Thurston County. We are proud to be the largest transit agency in the Pacific Northwest to provide zero-fare fixed route and Dial-A-Lift service, so whether riders are using our service to get to work, attend school, pick up groceries, or go to a doctor’s appointment, everyone can just get on and go.

Our Fleet & Facilities Maintenance Department is an integral part in the everyday operations of Intercity Transit. They ensure that our vehicles are working efficiently as riders are safely transported to where they need to go. We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our Maintenance department as a Vehicle Detailer. If you are looking for a full‑time position and great benefits with an organization that makes a difference in the community, we encourage you to apply!

If you have:

• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision and effectively as a team member.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• The ability to follow established methods of completing tasks

We are looking for several highly skilled and energetic professionals to join our team as a Vehicle Detailer. This position is full‑time and will be responsible for the routine cleaning of Intercity Transit revenue service vehicles. Work hours may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays. The selected candidate must be able to work within this non‑traditional schedule. This position is classified as safety‑sensitive under Intercity Transit’s Drug and Alcohol Policy and is included in the random drug and alcohol testing program.

It is an exciting time to join IT! Build a career you enjoy, in an agency that is a nationally recognized large urban transit system with diverse services and strong community support. Intercity Transit provides fixed route transit, ADA paratransit and vanpool services in Washington state’s capitol city of Olympia in addition to the neighboring communities of Lacey, Tumwater, and Yelm. This is an exciting time with great opportunities, and we invite you to join us in our mission to provide and promote transportation choices that support an accessible, sustainable, livable, healthy and prosperous community.

As a Vehicle Detailer, you will:

• Routine cleaning of bus, van, and automobile interiors and exteriors.
• Cleaning work areas.
• Preparing cleaning materials.
• Responding to urgent cleaning needs in vehicles and facilities.
• Perform other related duties.

Are you the one we are looking for?

• High school diploma or GED desirable.
• One (1) year experience in commercial car wash, detailing, janitorial, custodial, or related experience desirable; combination of education and related experience may be considered.
• Must be able and willing to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Washington State Driver's License; must maintain an acceptable driving record throughout employment.
• Must be willing to submit to a post‑job‑offer employment‑related physical examination to include a drug screen, as well as a criminal background investigation, the results of which must meet the agency’s hiring criteria.

What is in it for you?

• Be a part of an essential service to the community.
• Work with a wonderful team in an agency that has great opportunities.
• Receive a competitive salary, $25.07- $32.22 per hour. An employee assigned to swing shift shall receive a shift differential of three and a half percent (3.5%)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
• PERS Retirement Plans (through Washington State Public Employee’s Retirement System) along with voluntary deferred compensation plans (401k and 457) with employer match up to 8.5%.
• 23 to 36 vacation days per year depending upon date of eligibility and length of service.
• 12 days of sick leave per year depending upon date of eligibility.
• $225 Shoe Allowance
• Intercity Transit will reimburse employees up to $200 per year for the cost of prescription safety glasses upon presentation of a receipt.
• Vehicle detailers are a part of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) bargaining unit and will be eligible for union membership.

Intercity Transit is an equal employment opportunity employer and strives to provide a culturally diverse workforce.

We also take pride in being a drug free workplace. Note that Intercity Transit is subject to requirements of the Federal Drug‑Free Workplace Act and CFR Part 40 & Part 655, which prohibit the use of marijuana at any time while employed by Intercity Transit.

Complete applications must be received by 5:00pm on October 8, 2026.