Permit Checker & Parking Attendant
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Job Summary
Are you a looking ahead at exciting ways to maximize your earnings this summer Are you interested in working outdoors in beautiful downtown Vancouver Are you a motivated and reliable worker If you answered yes to any of these questions - we may have the perfect opportunity for you!
The Universal Group recognized as one ofCanadas Best Managed companies in 2025 has an exciting opportunity in our Traffic Operation team. As a Permit Checker & Parking Attendant You will be responsible for maintaining order safety and positive customer experience across designated sites. The position involves regular patrols of parking areas verifying permits identifying unauthorized vehicles and taking appropriate action in accordance with company policies. The incumbent will play a key role in enforcing parking rules while maintaining a professional and customer-friendly approach often serving as the first point of contact for drivers and the public.
Please note this is a contract position that will begin this summer with an estimated duration of approximately 5-6 weeks.
What you will be responsible for:
- Monitor assigned parking areas to ensure vehicles are parked in accordance with site regulations.
- Verify valid permits passes or authorizations for parked vehicles.
- Provide directions and assistance to customers regarding parking rules and availability.
- Maintain accurate records of inspections and incidents.
- Report suspicious activity safety concerns or unauthorized vehicles to supervisors.
- Assist in managing traffic flow within parking areas during peak hours or events.
- Ensure signage and parking instructions are clearly followed.
- Deliver excellent customer service while enforcing policies professionally.
What you get from us:
- A highly experienced and knowledgeable Health & Safety department dedicated to your safety on site.
- A competitive compensation package.
- Additional shift premiums and opportunities for overtime!
- The ability to work outdoors and in a transit accessible area.
- The opportunity to gain industry knowledge.
What we need from you:
- Effective communication and de-escalation of public frustrations.
- Prompt response to emergencies and hazards.
- Ensuring compliance with quality safety and responsiveness standards.
- Accurate completion of required forms.
- Strong attention to detail and observational skills.
- Ability to handle conflict professionally and calmly.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Basic record-keeping and reporting skills.
- Collaborates- Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Managing Conflict- Handling conflict situations effectively.
- Customer Focus- Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
- Situational Adaptability- Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.
Where/When you will be working:
- In Vancouver BC; transit accessible.
- Working outdoors in all elements and weather.
- Standing and walking for extended periods.
- Flexible schedule including evenings weekends and holidays as needed.
The recruitment process for this role typically lasts1week and includes a phone screen behavioral assessment and a brief final virtual interview.
Why Universal Group
The Universal Group is driven by our purpose to provide Peace of Mind to both our clients and team members. Our people embrace our core values of being Passionate Authentic and Driven in everything we do and in every decision we make every day. They are the fabric of who we are and without question the reason for our success and continued growth.
The safety of our team members and the public drives us daily.
The Universal Group is an industry leader in traffic control services traffic management planning traffic equipment supply landscaping temporary labour and occupational health and safety training. We are a one-stop shop as our full suite of services ensures that we can manage projects from conception to completion.
For more information about the company please visit ourIndeed Profile!
Our Commitment to Diversity
The Universal Group is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race colour sex religion sexual orientation national origin disability genetic information pregnancy or any other protected characteristic.
Apply today; we cant wait to hear from you. Come grow with us!
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Junior IC
