VEHICLE DETAILER

Salary: $25.07 - $32.22 Hourly
Location : Intercity Transit (AdOps) - Olympia, WA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202600014
Department: FLEET AND FACILITIES MAINTENANCE
Division: VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
Opening Date: 06/05/2026
Closing Date: 6/15/2026 5:00 PM Pacific


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

Then this position if for you!
We are looking for several highly skilled and energetic professional 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.

Examples of Duties
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.

Typical Qualifications
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.

Supplemental Information

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.

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. We are subject to the requirements of the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and CFR Part 40 & Part 655, which prohibits the use of marijuana at any time while employed by Intercity Transit.

Ready to jump on board?
We would love for you to apply! Please submit a complete application online that includes a letter of interest and resume that covers your last ten years of work/volunteer/military/school history.


Complete applications must be received by 5:00pm on June 15, 2026.

Be advised, we will not consider incomplete applications. Intercity Transit's preferred method of communication is via email, so an accurate and active email address is essential.


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.
Intercity Transit offers its employees an excellent comprehensive benefits package, pension plan, educational benefits, state-of-the-art technology and much more. In addition, some positions are eligible for remote work opportunities and flexible schedules.
Health Care
We provide comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance coverage for employees and eligible dependents (spouse or significant other and children) through the Employees and Intercity Transit pay a monthly premium contribution depending upon the plan chosen.

In addition, Intercity Transit offers:

• Employer provided life insurance and optional supplemental coverage
• Employer provided disability insurance and optional supplemental coverage
• Additional supplemental insurance coverage available through AFLAC
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program.

Washington State Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS)

Employees are covered under PERS I, PERS II and PERS III of the Employee and Employer contributions are required at start of employment.

Deferred Compensation Plans (401K and 457)

Intercity Transit offers three voluntary deferred compensation plans. Employees who contribute at least 8.5% to a plan receive a 8.5% employer match. Employee contributions are not subject to federal income tax until withdrawn.


Shift Differential

An employee assigned to swing shift shall receive a shift differential of three and a half percent (3.5%) added to the employee's base pay for all hours worked during the bid period. An employee assigned to graveyard shall receive a shift differential of six percent (6%) added to the employee's base pay for all hours worked during the bid period. Shift differential will be applied to all paid leaves.
Floating Holidays
Intercity Transit provides IAM covered employees floating holidays in lieu of traditional holidays. Eligible employees receive six floating holidays each year awarded by adding up to forty-eight vacation hours to each employee's accumulated vacation hours on January 1 of each year. Employees, who are not active for duty on January 1 and who return to work after January 15 and remain in paid status, receive accrued floating holidays in the form of vacation hours on their date of return to work based on the following schedule:

Returning to work January 16-April 1: 38 hours

Returning to work April 2-July 1: 29 hours

Returning to work July 2-October 1: 19 hours

Employees hired after January 1 receive one floating holiday (10 hours vacation time) at the start of their introductory period and accrue vacation hours in lieu of floating holiday time according to the following schedule:

April 1: 28 hours

July 1: 19 hours

October 1: 9 hours
Tool Allowance
Intercity Transit provides an annual tool allowance of $675 a year to all Technicians.
Shoe Allowance
Intercity Transit provides a $225 a year shoe allowance to IAM employees who are required to wear protective shoes during their work hours to purchase protective-toed safety shoes or protective oil resistant soled safety shoes.
Prescription Safety Glasses
Intercity Transit will reimburse employees up to $200 per year for the cost of prescription safety glasses upon presentation of a receipt.

For additional information regarding employee benefits, please visit:
01


Do you have a current and valid Washington State driver's license?

• Yes
• No

02


Has your license been restricted, suspended, or revoked in the past five years?

• Yes
• No

03


Have you had more than two motor vehicle violations and/or at-fault accidents of any kind in the past five years?

• Yes
• No

04


Have you had any of the following motor vehicle violations in the past five years? -Reckless driving - Driving while under the influence of alcohol or other drugs - Deferred DUI - Hit and run - License suspended or revoked - Negligent driving - Manslaughter resulting from the operation of a motor vehicle

• Yes
• No

05


To the best of your knowledge, are you able to successfully pass a background check, and a Dept. of Transportation physical exam and drug screen, as well as be able to abide by Intercity Transit's Drug and Alcohol Policy throughout potential employment?

• Yes
• No

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