Parking Attendant

A Parking Attendant is responsible for safely and efficiently accommodating the arrival, directing, and parking of guests in a friendly and welcoming manner. This job description is intended to be a broad description of duties. You will be asked to carry out all responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Specific information on duties and policies can be found with your supervisor or in the Employee Reference Guide. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Essential Job Responsibilities: Directs arriving guests to appropriate parking lots and/or arrival locationsAnswers guests questions in a friendly and efficient mannerControls parking flow within specific parking lotsEfficiently parks vehicles within specific lotsDirects guests to parking lot shuttles, ticket office, and liftsFacilitates the smooth flow of traffic into parking lots following established parking patternsCoordinates with parking team to meet parking team objectives as listed aboveAssists with snow removal, snow removal preparation, and parking set up activitiesAssists with installing and removing snow chains from parking lot shuttles and support vehiclesReliable attendance on all scheduled workdaysOther duties as assigned Personal Skills: Eagerness to accommodate, direct and inform guests in a welcoming and professional mannerEffective verbal communication skills to welcome guests, direct guests and inform guestsEffective non-verbal communication skills including learning basic hand and arm gestures to direct drivers and traffic for the purposes of guiding traffic flow to various parking lots then specific vehicles into parking spacesPhysical ability to stand and remain on foot while parking process is in progressWeather condition awareness for the purposes of adapting to winter weather conditions through proper knowledge and use of clothing and protective winter gearPhysical ability to assist with snow removal and preparation effortsStrong personal character and commitment to Taos Ski Valley, Inc.s Vision, Purpose, and ValuesProvides a guest experience that exceeds the guests expectationsAbility to gracefully and humbly accept criticism and opportunities for growthAbility to stay positive, focused, and constructive when faced with setbacks, challenges, and while working in an ever-changing environment Qualifications/Knowledge: Applicants can be currently in high school or have received a high school diploma or equivalentNo experience is required. Training is provided, however, a strong willingness to learn and remain focused is a mustAbility to work a flexible schedule including weekends, holidays, and evenings Work Environment: The Parking Department is an outdoor team. Its also a physical team, remaining on foot or engaged in other physical activities for much of any work day. Appropriate bathroom, snack, warmup breaks, and lunch breaks are of course a must to the teams long-term function. Parking Attendant duties can sometimes be completed during slow times just before noon. During peak operations, parking attendant duties may carry on into the late afternoon. Once daily parking attendant operations are complete, attendants are encouraged to clock out and enjoy the on-mountain skiing and riding activities. The Parking Department and team is a great place to make entry into the world of the Taos Ski Valley. Incorporated and the ski industry. It can be a great potential combination of work and play. Taos Ski Valley, Incorporated is often a fast-paced work environment, especially during Holiday and Peak days. Taos Ski Valley, Incorporated is located in a high-altitude alpine environment. Position may require travel on uneven, snow-packed, or icy terrain and may be exposed to wet, cold, and/or humid conditions. Must be able to work in close quarters and with other staff. Physical Demands of Position Include: Parking attendants remain on foot and moving through parking lots for approximately 90% of their shifts. Snow removal activities include shoveling and brooming snow off of vehicles, shuttles, parking areas, and sidewalks. Parking attendants are each equipped with a Parking Department radio. Training is provided for radio operations. The team generally operates on its own radio channel reducing some of the stress speaking on a radio can produce for some. Background Check: Positions dealing with children, of safety-sensitive and/or confidential nature, require driving or positions that handle cash may require a background check and MVR check. Employment is contingent upon a favorable background check and MVR check. Is a Background Check required for this position: YesIs an MVR required for this position: Yes