Occupation information for Amusement and Recreation Attendants District Of Columbia

description

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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details

Currently Employed: 280

Projected Annual Job Openings: 80

Typical Hourly Wage: $15.78 - $18.21

Typical Annual Salary: $32,810 - $37,870

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typical training

Typical education needed for entry: No formal educational credential

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: No work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: Less than 1 month on-the-job training

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typical job duties
  • 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.
  • Tend amusement booths in parks, carnivals, or stadiums, performing duties, such as conducting games, photographing patrons, or awarding prizes.
  • Direct patrons to rides, seats, or attractions.
  • Monitor activities to ensure adherence to rules and safety procedures, or arrange for the removal of unruly patrons.
  • Record details of attendance, sales, receipts, reservations, or repair activities.
  • Provide assistance to patrons entering or exiting amusement rides, boats, or ski lifts, or mounting or dismounting animals.
  • Clean sporting equipment, vehicles, rides, booths, facilities, or grounds.
  • Inspect equipment to detect wear and damage and perform minor repairs, adjustments, or maintenance tasks, such as oiling parts.
tools & technology
Tools:
  • Bowling equipment
  • Cargo trucks
  • Cash registers
  • Costumes or accessories
  • Manlift or personnel lift

Technology:
  • Calendar and scheduling software
  • Data base user interface and query software
  • Desktop publishing software
  • Electronic mail software
  • Internet browser software