Parking attendants park cars in lots and garages, or assist customers in parking cars.

Parking attendants work in garages and parking lots where customers leave their cars. They place numbered tags in cars and issue similar tags to customers. They park cars and retrieve them when customers return. Attendants may direct customers where to park their cars.

Parking attendants collect fees from customers based on charges for parking time. Many attendants use machines to compute time and charges. Customers in these lots often find their own cars and pay attendants as they leave.

Parking attendants may patrol the area to prevent theft or damage to cars. They may lift or place barricades to close off filled parking areas, and remove them as customers leave.

Attendants who work for car dealerships are responsible for keeping car lots in order. They also park cars on the lot to maximize the use of space.

Attendants who work for storage garages inspect cars and other vehicles for damage. They service vehicles to protect tires and paint finish from damage. They may also supply cars with gas, oil, and water.