Amusement and Recreation Attendants
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.
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Salary Information
Amusement and Recreation Attendants: $30,490 (median) per year.
Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Explain regulations, policies, or procedures. | General |
| Provide attraction or event information to patrons. | General |
| Prepare operational reports or records. | General |
| Sell products or services. | General |
| Clean facilities or work areas. | General |
| Clean tools or equipment. | General |
| Assist patrons with entering or exiting vehicles or other forms of transportation. | General |
| Inspect equipment to ensure proper functioning. | General |
| Distribute resources to patrons or employees. | General |
| Verify patron or staff credentials. | General |
| Provide patrons with directions to locales or attractions. | General |
| Arrange facility schedules. | General |
| Maintain financial or account records. | Maintenance |
| Monitor operational quality or safety. | Maintenance |
| Maintain knowledge of business operations. | Maintenance |
| Maintain supply or equipment inventories. | Maintenance |
| Communicate with management or other staff to resolve problems. | Management |
Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| Web page creation and editing software | |
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software |
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software |
| Microsoft Outlook | Electronic mail software |
| Microsoft Windows | Operating system software |
| Microsoft Word | Word processing software |
| Adobe PageMaker | Desktop publishing software |
| Calendar and scheduling software | Calendar and scheduling software |
| Microsoft Internet Explorer | Internet browser software |
| Database software | Data base user interface and query software |
Relevant Certifications
Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:
| Certification | Issuing Organization | Practice Test |
|---|---|---|
| Certified Beer Judge | Beer Judge Certification Program | Not Available |
| Certified Caddie | The Caddie Association | Not Available |
| Certified Park and Recreation Executive | National Recreation and Park Association | Not Available |
| Certified Playground Safety Inspector | National Recreation and Park Association | Not Available |
| Certified Special Events Professional | International Live Events Association | Not Available |