Traffic / Parking Attendant - St. Louis, MO

LAZ Parking; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

LAZ Parking in St. Louis, MO seeks a Part-time / Event-based Parking Attendant to support safe vehicle and pedestrian flow, provide friendly front-line service, manage access points, direct vehicles, and enforce site rules.

Duties include guiding guests to spaces, monitoring reserved/ADA areas, handling payments, operating gates and equipment, and reporting incidents. Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays is preferred for events.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Direct vehicles entering/exiting lots, garages, and event zones to maintain safe traffic flow.
• Guide guests to available spaces and manage overflow/alternate lot routing.
• Greet patrons, answer questions, and provide directions to parking areas and exits.
• Collect payments, scan/validate tickets, issue receipts, and support mobile/QR payments.
• Operate and troubleshoot basic equipment (radios, handheld scanners, gates).
• Document incidents per policy and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Communication

Reliability

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Gate systems

Pay stations

Handheld devices

Job description

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