Garage Attendant

Overview

Directs vehicles entering and leaving the parking garage. Makes security rounds through building and reports issues to the manager/supervisor. Collects parking fees and issues parking tickets/liability waiver, checks for proper parking tags, and cleans floors, offices and rest rooms. Washes company and executive vehicles as required. Utilizes our gas pump to gas all vehicles as required. Works with some supervision and is responsible for making a minimal range of decisions, escalating to manager when appropriate and updating manager on a regular basis

Responsibilities

What you will do:

• Performs security patrols and keeps unauthorized persons out of garage.
• Continuously monitors CCTV (security cameras).
• Collects parking fees from public.
• Collects, retains and re-issues executive car keys.
• Drives Company cars and trucks for business-related reasons.
• Answers phone and takes messages.
• Checks for parking tags, improperly parked vehicles, vehicles left running, lights left on, flat tires, etc.
• Counts money and tickets, records amount of each and deposits cash in safe.
• Assists Company associates with minor car problems.
• Cleans and keeps garage, offices, elevators, stairs, washrooms and outside areas in orderly condition; removes trash and snow; paints. Performs hosing with high-pressure water and vacuums floors.
• Works as a safety monitor between associates in vehicles leaving the garage and pedestrians.
• Unlocks and opens garage on morning shift and locks and closes garage on evening shift.
• Use brushes and power washing equipment to clean the exterior of vehicles to include the rims.
• Dry the exterior of vehicles after cleaning.
• Vacuum and clean car interior, including floor mats and seats.
• Clean windshield and windows thoroughly.
• Check fluid levels and document anything used.
• Perform light vehicle maintenance tasks.
• Fill vehicles with gas and document as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma Or GED - Required
• Proven basic experience handling money, cash registers and calculator. - Required
• Demonstrated experience effectively handling customers and providing excellent customer service - Required
• Must provide examples from work experience demonstrating flexibility to meet department and customer needs - Required
• Proven experience coordinating multiple assignments simultaneously and completing assigned tasks accurately and on a timely basis. Must demonstrate strong attention to detail. Expected to cite examples of establishing priorities for workload demands. - Required
• Demonstrated ability to carry and utilize two-way radio, using proper radio etiquette. - Preferred
• Proven ability to read and comprehend written and oral instructions. - Required
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and communicate with all levels of staff and management. - Required
• Demonstrated ability to maintain professional appearance. - Required
• Basic working knowledge of computers with the ability to retrieve and send emails - Preferred

Work Setting/Position Demands:

• Demonstrated ability to walk, stand, stoop, reach, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, balance, climb and lift on a regular basis. Some walking and standing for long periods during shift. Frequently lifting objects up to 50 pounds unassisted and over 50 pounds assisted. Requires the ability to verbally communicate and exchange accurate information to customers and associates on a regular basis.
• Requires visual acuity to read and interpret a variety of correspondence, procedures, reports and forms via paper and electronic documents, visual inspection involving small defects; small parts, and/or operation of machinery (including inspection); using measurement devices continuously. Visual acuity is required to determine accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned.
• Requires the ability to prepare written correspondence, reports and forms using prescribed formats.
• Requires the ability to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Performs repetitive movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, fingers, arms, shoulders, hips and waist.
• Works in both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions.
• Exposure to noise, dirt, odors, temperature extremes and potentially hazardous tools and equipment.
• Must be able to safely use manual tools and power equipment common in the construction trades. Must be able to handle hazardous materials safely and tolerate exposure to electrical hazards as well as environmental hazards such as molds and various solvents.
• Extended hours required during peak workloads or special projects/events.
• Valid Driver's License with a safe driving record
• Valid Driver's License with a safe driving record

Travel Requirements:

• None