Parking Attendant job description

About the job

We are looking for a parking attendant to manage traffic in the car park, guide drivers and collect fees, so that visitors can park safely and in order.

Duties and responsibilities

• Manage cars coming in and out and keep the entrances clear
• Direct drivers to free spaces and make sure cars park in order
• Collect parking fees, issue receipts and hand over the takings at the end of the shift
• Watch over parked cars and report any accident, damage or suspicious activity
• Keep emergency lanes and disabled parking spaces clear
• Park and return customers' cars where a valet service is offered
• Help visitors and answer their questions politely
• Log cars that overstay or park where they should not

Working conditions

• Outdoor work, standing for long hours in the heat
• Shift work that may include nights and holidays

Requirements

• No formal qualification required; able to read, write and do simple sums
• 3 to 6 years of experience in car park operations

The years of experience follow the level you choose when posting.

Skills

• Parking management
• Directing vehicles by hand signals
• Cash handling
• Ticket and barrier systems
• Customer service
• Vigilance
• Integrity

Preferred

• A valid driving licence for valet parking
• Experience in hospital, shopping centre or airport car parks