HAP Juneau Transportation Division

Detail Buses, Discover Glaciers – Your Alaskan Summer Starts Here

Imagine finishing your shift, grabbing your backpack and hiking to a glacier that's only 20 minutes from your front door. As a Fleet Detailer with HAP Juneau Transportation Division, you'll be part of the team that keeps Alaska's most iconic sightseeing fleet spotless for thousands of visiting travelers – and you'll spend your free time exploring one of the wildest, most beautiful capital cities on Earth.

This is a hands-on, active role for students who like visible results, a supportive crew and a paycheck that grows over an extended summer-to-fall season.

What You'll Be Doing

• Washing, rinsing and hand-drying motorcoaches, shuttles and support vehicles
• Vacuuming interiors, wiping down seats, windows, handrails and driver areas
• Cleaning windows to crystal-clear standards so guests never miss a whale sighting
• Removing trash and restocking vehicle supplies between tours
• Reporting damage, low fluids or maintenance needs to supervisors and mechanics
• Keeping the wash bay, yard and equipment organized, safe and tidy
• Supporting the transportation team during busy cruise-ship arrival days

Why Juneau, Alaska?

Juneau is a capital city you can't drive to – it's reachable only by plane or boat, tucked between towering mountains and the Gastineau Channel. Your summer playground includes:

• Mendenhall Glacier – a 13-mile river of ice, minutes from town
• Whale watching – humpbacks, orcas, sea lions and bald eagles
• Mount Roberts Tramway and endless alpine hiking trails
• Tracy Arm Fjord, kayaking, salmon fishing and rainforest boardwalks
• Midnight sun – up to 18 hours of daylight for after-work adventures

Pay & Benefits

• $16.00 per hour – solid, dependable earnings
• 35 hours per week guaranteed schedule, with a long summer-to-fall season
• Extended contract dates mean more total earnings than a typical short summer job
• Training provided – no previous detailing experience required
• Work alongside an international team and hospitality professionals
• Real US hospitality and transportation experience for your CV

What We're Looking For

• University students aged 18–25 with valid J-1 Work & Travel sponsorship
• Conversational English and a friendly, team-first attitude
• Comfortable working outdoors in Alaska's cool, rainy weather
• Ability to stand, bend, reach and lift for the duration of a shift
• Reliability, punctuality and attention to detail – shiny buses are the goal!
• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings and weekends as tours require

Ready to Trade Lecture Halls for Glaciers?

Spots for the summer-to-fall season in Juneau fill fast, and Alaska placements are among the most sought-after in the Work & Travel USA program. Apply today and start the summer story you'll tell for the rest of your life.

Keep Alaska's Fleet Shining – And Your Summer Unforgettable

Imagine starting your workday surrounded by snow-capped peaks, bald eagles overhead and the salty breeze of the Inside Passage. As a Fleet Detailer with HAP Juneau Transportation Division, you'll be part of the team that keeps Juneau's tour and transportation vehicles looking picture-perfect for visitors arriving from all over the world. This is a hands-on, active role in one of the most breathtaking destinations in the United States – ideal for university students who want a real American work experience with a wilderness backdrop.

What You'll Be Doing

• Washing, rinsing and drying motorcoaches, vans and support vehicles
• Cleaning and vacuuming interiors, wiping down seats, windows and surfaces
• Polishing exteriors, cleaning wheels and detailing trim to a high standard
• Restocking vehicles with supplies and checking basic cleanliness before departures
• Keeping the wash bay, tools and detailing equipment organized and safe
• Communicating with drivers and dispatch to prepare vehicles on schedule

Why Juneau, Alaska?

Juneau is the only U.S. state capital you can't reach by road – you arrive by plane or boat, and that's part of the magic. In your free time you can hike to the Mendenhall Glacier, ride the Goldbelt Tramway up Mount Roberts, watch humpback whales breach in Auke Bay, kayak past sea lions, fish for salmon, or soak in the endless daylight of the Alaskan summer. Staying into the fall means you may also catch the first golden tundra colors and even the northern lights. Juneau's summer community is full of international students – you'll make friends from around the globe.

What You'll Get

• $16.00 per hour with approximately 35 hours per week
• A long summer-to-fall season, giving you more time to earn and travel
• Practical experience with an established hospitality and transportation employer
• A supportive, team-based environment with fellow Work & Travel participants
• An unbeatable location for outdoor adventure on your days off
• Real-world English practice and a strong reference for your CV

Who We're Looking For

• University students aged 18–25 with valid J-1 Work & Travel sponsorship
• Conversational English and a friendly, cooperative attitude
• Reliable, punctual and comfortable working outdoors in varying weather (rain gear is a must in Juneau!)
• Able to stand, bend, reach and lift for extended periods
• Attention to detail and pride in a job well done
• Availability for the full summer-to-fall period, including weekends

Ready to trade the classroom for glaciers? Apply now for the Fleet Detailer position with HAP Juneau Transportation Division and make this the summer you'll talk about for years.