Parking Lot Attendant
ちゅうしゃじょうがかり
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Residential and Building Management Occupations
- Minor : Parking Lot and Bicycle Parking Managers
Summary
Job that safely guides vehicles arriving at the parking lot, collects fees, and maintains and manages the facility.
Description
Parking lot attendants organize and guide vehicles of parking lot users, collect parking fees, perform cleaning, equipment inspections, and other tasks. They appropriately guide parking spaces according to usage situations, handle guidance during congestion and troubleshooting. They also handle cash and electronic payments, ensure safety within the facility, perform simple cleaning and inspection tasks, customer service, and a wide range of other duties. There may be outdoor work, shift systems, and night shifts.
Future Outlook
While business forms will change with advances in automation and cashless payments, demand for parking lot management remains stable due to aging population and sustained car society. Acquiring IT skills and multi-functional equipment management abilities will connect to added value in the future.
Personality Traits
Can make quick situational judgments / Can provide bright and polite customer service / Has cooperativeness / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Night shifts / Outdoor work / Part-time and casual work available / Shift work
Career Path
Junior Parking Lot Attendant → Senior Parking Lot Attendant → Parking Lot Management Supervisor → Facility Manager → Supervisor
Required Skills
Customer Service Manners / Money Handling / On-site Guidance / Safety Management / Simple Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Cashless Payment Operation / Cleaning Skills / Complaint Handling / Disaster Prevention Knowledge / Language Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary to prevent vehicle guidance issues and fee troubles |
| Communication Skills | Because smooth interaction with visitors is required |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Long hours of standing work and many outdoor tasks require physical stamina |
| Stress Tolerance | Stress tolerance is needed during busy times or handling complaints |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because tasks are mainly routine work |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Once proficient in tasks, there is little major learning required |
Related Qualifications
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle Driver's License
Aliases
- Parking Attendant
- Parking Lot Staff
Related Jobs
- Bicycle Parking Attendant
- Building Manager
- Facility Security Guard