Parking Lot Security Guard
ちゅうしゃじょうけいびいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Security and Public Safety Occupations
- Middle : Security Guards
- Minor : Facility Security Guards
Summary
A job that ensures the safety of users and facilities by guiding vehicles inside and outside the parking lot, patrolling, and monitoring.
Description
Parking lot security guards are responsible for maintaining the safety of users and facilities through vehicle guidance in and around the parking lot, prevention of accidents and illegal parking, and patrol monitoring inside and outside the facility. They provide guidance at entrances, support vehicle movement using guidance lights or batons, conduct regular patrols to check for suspicious persons or dangerous objects, perform initial responses to troubles, and contact police or relevant parties. Long hours of outdoor work and night shifts are involved, requiring flexible adaptability to weather and time of day.
Future Outlook
While automation systems and AI surveillance are advancing, security demand due to an aging society will maintain a certain level. Knowledge of equipment operation and system monitoring will become increasingly important.
Personality Traits
Attentive to Others / Calm and Composed / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Night Shift / Outdoor Work / Shift Work / Stationary
Career Path
Parking Lot Security Guard → Security Supervisor → Security Guard Training and Education Supervisor → Security Company Manager
Required Skills
Anomaly Detection / Initial Response in Emergencies / Traffic Guidance Skills / Two-Way Radio Communication
Recommended Skills
Basic Knowledge of First Aid / Customer Service Manners / Operation of Security Equipment
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is important to not miss suspicious persons or signs of abnormality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it mainly involves standing work outdoors, requiring physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because creative thinking is not particularly required. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because it focuses more on acquiring basic procedures rather than deep learning of specialized knowledge. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced calculation skills are not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle Driver's License
- Security Operations Certification Level 2 (Traffic Guidance)
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