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Amusement & Recreation Attendant

Also called: Golf Course Ranger, Recreation Attendant, Ride Operator, Ski Lift Operator

Perform a variety of attending duties at amusement or recreation facility. May schedule use of recreation facilities, maintain and provide equipment to participants of sporting events or recreational pursuits, or operate amusement concessions and rides.

No four-year degree needed Bright outlook Personal care & services
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Median pay
$32,150/yr
Typical range
$22,350 – $42,490
Outlook
Bright outlook

What does an Amusement & Recreation Attendant do?

  • Sell tickets and collect fees from customers.
  • Provide information about facilities, entertainment options, and rules and regulations.
  • Keep informed of shut-down and emergency evacuation procedures.

How to become an Amusement & Recreation Attendant

Training: A high school diploma or GED, though some people start without a diploma. Ranges from a few days to one year of on-the-job training.

Skills you'll use

Talking to othersListening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questionsLooking for ways to help peopleUnderstanding people's reactions

Is it a fit for you?

  • Dependability
  • Cooperation
  • Optimism

Tools and technology

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookAdobe PageMaker

Questions people ask

How much does an Amusement & Recreation Attendant make?

About $32,150 a year at the U.S. median. Most earn between $22,350 and $42,490. Pay depends on the state, the employer and experience.

How long does it take to become an Amusement & Recreation Attendant?

Ranges from a few days to one year of on-the-job training.

Do you need a college degree to be an Amusement & Recreation Attendant?

No four-year degree is needed. A high school diploma or GED, though some people start without a diploma.

Is Amusement & Recreation Attendant a good career to get into?

O*NET lists it as a Bright Outlook career: it's expected to grow quickly or have lots of openings in the next few years.

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National wage figures via O*NET Web Services. This application incorporates information from O*NET Web Services by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA. Figures are national estimates and vary by state, employer and experience. Career details from O*NET Web Services by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA), used under the CC BY 4.0 license. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA.