Garage Attendant

Pittsburgh Parking Authority, PA; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization where you will play a vital role in maintaining a bustling parking facility. This position involves a variety of tasks including customer service, cashiering, and facility maintenance. You will assist customers with automated equipment, ensure the cleanliness of the facility, and perform essential duties such as snow removal. If you have a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and a knack for problem-solving, this opportunity is perfect for you. Become part of a team that values community and service, and make a difference in the daily operations of an essential service in Allegheny County.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with customer service experience.
• Ability to operate revenue control equipment and perform maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the daily operation of the parking facility.
• Perform cashiering and prepare daily sales reports.
• Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of the parking facility.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Mathematical Computation

Communication Skills

Initiative and Sound Judgment

Ability to Lift 50 Pounds

Operating Manual Transmission Vehicle

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Revenue Control Equipment

Calculator

Fee Computer

Job description

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Position responsible for performing a variety of Facility/Garage supportive functions which include, but are not limited to; customer service, cashiering, preparing bank deposits, cleaning, maintenance, valeting cars, dealing with the public, handling of money, operating and maintaining revenue control equipment, filling out reports, opening and closing of booths. This position does not require the supervision of others.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Assist facility manager in the daily operation of the parking facility
• Perform cashiering function as needed
• Assist customers in the use of automated revenue control equipment including ticket dispensers, pay stations and exit station equipment
• Prepare daily sales reports and cashier bank deposit when operating fee computer
• Daily collection and categorization of processed parking ticket transactions
• Stock and maintain all revenue control equipment
• All janitorial-related tasks necessary to maintain parking facility including replacing light bulbs, cleaning restrooms, mopping floors, etc.
• Parking and moving vehicles in valet assist locations
• Snow removal duties including shoveling, salting and operation of snow thrower

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Ability to work flexible shift schedule
• Ability to be trained to operate and maintain revenue control equipment
• Skilled in maintenance and upkeep of a facility
• Ability to log information and make mathematical computations quickly and accurately
• Ability to operate a manual transmission vehicle (stick shift)
• Knowledge of record-keeping procedures and practices
• Some knowledge of personnel policies and procedures
• Knowledge and ability in the use of a calculator and fee computer
• Good written and communication skills, both in writing and verbally
• Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment and to react with discretion under varying conditions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and appropriate relationships with the public, agencies and other employees
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to operate light equipment such as snow throwers and salt spreaders
• Any other duties assigned by management

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent. Applicant should have at least one year working experience and six months operating a personal computer, and solid understanding of customer service skills.

Residency Requirement:

• Each employee of the Authority is required, as a condition of employment, to be a bona fide resident of Allegheny County. If the employee is not a resident of Allegheny County at the time of hire, they will be required to establish and maintain residency within Allegheny County within six (6) months after their hire date. While employees and applicants are not required to be residents of the City of Pittsburgh, the Authority will give a hiring preference to employees or applicants who reside within the City of Pittsburgh in choosing between two equal candidates.