Job Description

THE OPPORTUNITY AWAITS YOU

REAL finds itself in the enviable position of managing one of the most interesting and versatile connected spaces in North America with an opportunity to impact the lives of millions by creating life-long memories and delivering exceptional experiences.

The position of Parking Attendant is responsible for providing frontline parking services in designated parking areas during daily operations and REAL District events.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Maintain orderly parking facilities by:

• Communicating verbally and non-verbally (gestures) with drivers to direct vehicles to appropriate parking areas.

• Controlling access to reserved parking areas.

• Ensuring drivers obey posted signage for parking restrictions (no parking, accessible parking etc.).

• Ensuring drivers park in a way that does not obstruct roadways or block in other vehicles.

Contributes to safe parking facilities by:

• Identifying suspected impaired drivers and intervening where appropriate to offer alternative transportation options.
• Notifying the Command Centre of suspected impaired drivers in control of vehicles for reporting to law enforcement and communicating vehicle information and direction of travel.
• Reporting any observed disruptive, undesirable or criminal behaviour to the supervisor.

Provide support to security operations and customers by:

• Assisting with the setup and teardown of temporary parking infrastructure (e.g., signs, pylons, and lightweight barricades).

• Ensuring parking operations are conducted in compliance with all REAL policies and procedures.

• Documenting reportable incidents through accurate note-taking and report writing.

Performs other duties on an as needed and when required basis.

Requirements

WHAT IT TAKES

Apply today if you meet the following requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Grade 12 education or GED is preferred.

• Must be at least sixteen (16) years of age.

• Formal training and/or work experience in parking operations is an asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated experience in customer service.
• Excellent critical thinking and decision making skills.
• Excellent communication skills, written and oral.

• Ability to work collaboratively with others in a team environment.
• Ability to handle escalated verbal confrontations.

Other

• The successful candidate must also possess and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check (CRC).

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Works undefined hours often in the evenings and/or weekends. Hours vary based on operational requirements.

• Is required to be physically mobile, walk long distances and stand for extended periods.

• Required to wear PPE (High visibility vest).

• Must be able to wear a portable two way radio (1.5lbs) for entire shift.

• Ability to lift and carry 15lbs short distances repeatedly.

• Required to work outside in hot, cold and wet conditions.

Note: This is an in-scope position under the RWDSU Collective Agreement.

Benefits

WHY CHOOSE REAL?

Here at REAL, we can offer unique experiences unlike any other organization:

• Make a difference in your own community.

• Be a part of an industry responsible to create fun and memorable moments for our guests.

• A wide range of employment opportunities to fit your own lifestyle – whether that’s committing to us in a full-time capacity or more of a casual role that is event specific and tailored around your own availability.

• We offer competitive wages and industry standard benefits.

• Matching Group RRSP plan.

For more information visit our website at www.realdistrict.ca Submit resumes by June 1, 2026 via the link provided.

Please click the link to apply: https://apply.workable.com/real1884/j/4F04399D3F/

While REAL appreciates the interest by all applicants, only those selected to advance to the next stage will be contacted. Note preference will be given to internal applicants holding existing REAL RWDSU seniority.