Traffic Parking Attendant St. Louis, MO

Part-Time / Event Based
Compensation: $20/hr

Spirit of the Position:

The Parking / Traffic Attendant supports safe efficient vehicle and pedestrian flow for a facility or event site. This role provides front-line customer service manages access points directs vehicles processes payments/validations (as applicable) and maintains a professional presence while enforcing site rules.

Key Responsibilities

• Traffic & flow control
• Direct vehicles entering/exiting lots garages and event drop-off zones.
• Maintain safe traffic patterns prevent gridlock and keep lanes/fire zones clear.
• Coordinate with supervisors/security for peak periods incidents or closures.
• Parking operations
• Guide guests to available spaces and manage overflow/alternate lot routing.
• Monitor reserved/ADA/employee/permit areas and address improper parking.
• Assist with queue management at entrances pay stations and exits.
• Customer service
• Greet patrons answer questions and provide clear directions to parking venues and exits.
• De-escalate minor conflicts and elevate issues to a supervisor when needed.
• Provide professional helpful and courteous experience at all times.
• Payments & equipment (site dependent)
• Collect payments scan/validate tickets issue receipts and/or support mobile/QR payments.
• Operate and troubleshoot basic equipment (radios handheld scanners gates cones signs).
• Report equipment malfunctions or damage promptly.
• Safety compliance and reporting
• Follow posted procedures and safety protocols; wear required PPE and uniform.
• Document incidents (accidents damage altercations tows gate strikes) per policy.
• Maintain a clean orderly work area; set up/break down cones barricades and signage.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred not always required).
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with the public.
• Ability to stand and work outdoors for extended periods in varying weather conditions.
• Basic math and cash-handling skills (if collecting payments).
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior parking traffic control event operations or customer service experience.
• Familiarity with validation programs gate systems pay stations or handheld devices.

Physical / Work Requirements

• Stand/walk for long durations
• Work outdoors in heat cold rain and snow as needed.
• Ability to work evenings weekends and holidays especially for events.

Core Competencies

• Safety-first mindset
• Customer focus and professionalism
• Situational awareness and calm under pressure
• Clear verbal communication and teamwork
• Attention to detail and rule enforcement

Schedule / Employment Details

• Part-time / Event-based
• Shift times may vary based on operational needs

Required Experience:

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