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Amusement and Recreation Attendants

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

What they do:

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.

On the job, you would:
  • 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.
On the job, you'll need:

Business

  • customer service
  • management

Arts and Humanities

  • English language

Safety and Government

  • public safety and security

Basic Skills

  • talking to others
  • listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions

Social

  • looking for ways to help people
  • understanding people's reactions

Verbal

  • communicate by speaking
  • listen and understand what people say

Ideas and Logic

  • notice when problems happen

Conventional

People interested in this work like activities that include data, detail, and regular routines.

  • Concern for Others
  • Cooperation
  • Dependability
  • Adaptability/Flexibility
  • Self Control
  • Attention to Detail

Spreadsheet software

  • Microsoft Excel

Electronic mail software

  • Microsoft Outlook

Desktop publishing software

  • Adobe PageMaker

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Job Outlook

The job outlook for this position is Average.

New job opportunities are likely in the future.

Median Annual Salary: $27,780

Education

No high school diploma/GED or high school diploma/GED is usually needed.