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Parking Attendants

Median Salary
32,840
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Park vehicles or issue tickets for customers in a parking lot or garage. May park or tend vehicles in environments such as a car dealership or rental car facility. May collect fee.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

85%

Private not for profit

6%

State and local government

4%

Self-employed

2%

Federal Government

0%

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$19,480

10%

$32,840

Median

$39,520

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • High school

    60%

  • Less than high school

    38%

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    Low

  • Leadership

    Low

  • Math and Science Skills

    Mid

  • Technology Design and Control

    Low

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Mid

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Education and Training
  • Public Safety and Security
  • Transportation
  • English Language

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Mid

  • Repetitiveness

    Mid

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Physical Activity

    Mid

  • Time Pressure

    Low

  • Decision Making

    Low

  • Level Of Competition

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

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