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parking valet

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Parking valets provide assistance to clients by moving their vehicles to a specific parking location. They may also help with handling clients' luggage and provide information on parking rates. Parking valets maintain a friendly attitude towards their clients and follow company policies and procedures.

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Competences
29
Groups
4
Essential
14
Optional
15

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Essential knowledge 2 competences

Occupation specific

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Sector-specific

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company policies

The set of rules that govern the activity of a company.

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Cross-sector

1 competence
road traffic laws

The rule governing the circulation of vehicles, such as national traffic codes and the rules of the road.

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Essential skills and competences 12 competences

Occupation specific

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Sector-specific

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assist passengers

Provide help to people getting in and out of their car or any other transportation vehicle, by opening doors, provide physical support or hold belongings. Keep safety measures and procedures in mind.

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This skill applies to any kind of assistance that may be provided to passengers including but not limited to opening doors of the transportation vehicle or assist with belongings.
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perform defensive driving

Drive defensively to maximise road safety and save time, money, and lives; anticipate the actions of other road users.

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apply company policies

Apply the principles and rules that govern the activities and processes of an organisation.

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communicate with customers

Respond to and communicate with customers in the most efficient and appropriate manner to enable them to access the desired products or services, or any other help they may require.

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drive automatic car

Drive a vehicle operated under an automatic, or self-shifting, transmission system safely and according to regulations.

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drive vehicles

Be able to drive vehicles; have the approapriate type of driving license according to the type of motor vehicle used.

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follow verbal instructions

Have the ability to follow spoken instructions received from colleagues. Strive to understand and clarify what is being requested.

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interpret traffic signals

Observe lights on the road, road conditions, nearby traffic, and prescribed speed limits to ensure safety. Interpret traffic signals and act accordingly.

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maintain customer service

Keep the highest possible customer service and make sure that the customer service is at all times performed in a professional way. Help customers or participants feel at ease and support special requirements.

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Might include keeping the customers informed about the current status of their orders or waiting times.
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maintain personal hygiene standards

Preserve impeccable personal hygiene standards and have a tidy appearance.

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park guest's vehicle

Line up guests' vehicles safely and efficiently and retrieve the vehicle at the end of their stay.

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work in shifts

Work in rotating shifts, where the goal is to keep a service or production line running around the clock and each day of the week.

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Optional knowledge 1 competence

Occupation specific

0 competences

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Sector-specific

1 competence
mechanical components of vehicles

The mechanical components used in vehicles, their maintenance needs, potential malfunctions and resolution actions.

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Optional skills and competences 14 competences

Occupation specific

0 competences

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Sector-specific

8 competences
assist disable passengers

Use appropriate safety procedures to operate lifts and secure wheelchairs and other assistive devices while assisting physically disabled travellers.

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clean vehicle interiors

Remove dirt, rubbish or impurities of the interior of vehicles, including consoles and dashboards; vacuum car seats and carpets; clean hinges and door trims.

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drive in urban areas

Drive vehicles in urban areas. Interpret and understand transit signs in a city, the regulation of traffic, and the related common automobility agreements in an urban area.

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handle guest luggage

Manage, pack, unpack and store guest luggage on request.

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maintain vehicle appearance

Maintain vehicle appearance by washing, cleaning and performing minor adjustments and repairs.

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provide customers with price information

Provide customers with accurate and up-to-date information about charges and price rates.

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provide directions to guests

Show guests the way through buildings or on domains, to their seats or performance setting, helping them with any additional information so that they can reach the foreseen event destination.

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wash vehicles

Wash and dry vehicle and ensure that paint is kept intact by waxing and polishing vehicle using the appropriate tools.

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Cross-sector

6 competences
ensure protection of car parking

Guarantee protection, safety and security of parked cars.

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execute vehicle maintenance

Execute vehicle maintenance based on supplier or manufacturer instructions. This might include cleaning vehicle engine, cleaning vehicle interior and exterior, maintaining mileage and fuel records, performing non-mechanical maintenance tasks. Service small engines including hydraulic equipment. Check the oil and fluid levels on all equipment. Check vehicles and equipment to insure that they are in smooth and safe working order.

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greet guests

Welcome guests in a friendly manner in a certain place.

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handle surveillance equipment

Monitor surveillance equipment to observe what people are doing in a given area and ensure their safety.

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lift heavy weights

Lift heavy weights and apply ergonomic lifting techniques to avoid damaging the body.

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operate radio equipment

Set up and operate radio devices and accessories, such as broadcast consoles, amplifiers, and microphones. Understand the basics of radio operator language and, when necessary, provide instruction in handling radio equipment correctly.

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