Directory of Semiskilled Trades

Sector : 17 - Transportation Info

8851 Parking Lot Patroller

The competency has been added.
M851
Field of application Parking lot patrollers work for companies that operate public or private parking lots, both exterior and interior. At entry-level, they are not responsible for collecting money from the parking ticket machines or making bank deposits.
Other job titles No other job titles
Information specific to the trade A valid class 5 driver’s license is required.

835101 - Begin and end patrol 2

Performance criteria

  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Accurate reading of roadmaps
  • Proper use of a GPS system if necessary, as well as telecommunications equipment
  • Efficient work
  • Good organizational skills

Tasks

  • Read work orders (location of parking lots to patrol, work schedule, etc.).
  • Prepare equipment: verify the condition of computerized equipment, ensure sufficient quantities of ticket books and pens, etc.).
  • Wear company uniform and identification card.
  • Complete a work report upon return.
  • Notify the person in charge of any problems.

531 - Inspect the vehicle at the start of every shift 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • staying within the limits of the occupation
  • Proper application of work techniques

Tasks

  • Ensure that the vehicle is in good working order: check brakes, headlights and blinkers, etc.
  • Check the fuel level and fill up the tank as needed.
  • Check the oil levels and top them us as needed: select product, pour a sufficient amount in the appropriate place, close and put away or throw out the container.
  • Check the levels of all other fluids and top them up as needed: select product, pour a sufficient amount in the appropriate place, close and put away or throw out the container.
  • Check the tire pressure and inflate as needed; check for signs of wear.
  • Clean and tidy up the interior of the vehicle.

835102 - Patrol a parking lot 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Observance of the Highway Safety Code
  • staying within the limits of the occupation
  • Proper use of computerized equipment
  • Safe and economical driving of vehicle
  • Presentation of positive image of the business
  • Appropriate judgment
  • Vigilance

Tasks

  • Upon arrival, park the patrol vehicle in an appropriate area.
  • Go up and down rows making sure that the daily or monthly parking permits placed on the windshields or dashboards are valid.
  • Where a valid parking permit is lacking, issue a ticket, noting key information such as the vehicle make, licence plate number, date and time, etc., sign it and place it on the windshield of the vehicle.
  • File the copy of the ticket.
  • Monitor the comings and goings of individuals and vehicles.
  • Monitor traffic (vehicles going the wrong way, poorly parked vehicles, etc.).
  • Monitor the premises (abandoned vehicles or bicycles, illegal dumping of waste, broken fences, etc.).
  • Pick up lost-and-found articles and bring them to the patrol booth.
  • Help maintain the general cleanliness of the parking lot.
  • Report any potential threats to the safety of people or vehicles.

835103 - Have illegally parked vehicles towed Optional task or competency 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • staying within the limits of the occupation
  • Proper use of computerized equipment
  • Appropriate judgment
  • Appropriate behaviour toward customers (aggressive individuals, etc.)
  • Appropriate stress management

Tasks

  • Identify a problem (e.g. vehicle exceeding the maximum number of tickets allowed, vehicle preventing other vehicles from circulating).
  • Confirm facts: check in ticket database, etc.
  • Telephone supervisor or his or her supervisor to obtain authorization to have the vehicle towed.
  • Telephone the towing company.
  • Direct traffic during the towing. Optional task or competency
  • Interact with the driver of the towed vehicle. Optional task or competency
  • Complete a written report on the towing incident (company name, vehicle make, licence plate number, date and time of towing, and location where vehicle is being held), and sign it.

835104 - Deal with parking lot customers 2

Performance criteria

  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Relevant, accurate and clear information provided
  • Concern for client satisfaction.
  • Presentation of positive image of the business
  • Patience
  • Courteous service
  • Friendliness

Tasks

  • Greet customers.
  • Identify their needs.
  • Explain parking rules (opening and closing hours, costs, payment methods, fines, etc.).
  • Direct customers to the person in charge for more complex questions or complaints.

835105 - Perform maintenance on access apparatus or parking ticket machines 2

Performance criteria

  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Optimal functioning of equipment
  • Concern for client satisfaction.

Tasks

  • Check that the equipment is working properly.
  • Replace ink cartridges.
  • Replace paper rolls.
  • Fill the correct compartment with tickets.
  • Put up a sign indicating the equipment is broken if applicable.
  • Notify the person in charge at the repair department.

714 - Take action in the event of a minor incident or problem Optional task or competency 2

Performance criteria

  • Observation of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • staying within the limits of the occupation
  • Self-control
  • Promptness

Tasks

  • Recognize that the incident or situation is problematic.
  • Notify the person in charge or call the emergency number (310-4141 or 911).
  • Reassure the person and stay with them until help arrives.
  • Help maintain order. Optional task or competency
  • Help disperse a crowd. Optional task or competency
  • Intervene while being mindful of your own safety.
  • Write an event report.
Info Optional competency or task. Competencies or tasks marked with this symbol are not required in all workplaces. They could be included in a student’s training plan if the practicum setting offers the opportunity for the student to apply them.