Casino workers
Career Overview
Gambling casino workers:
- Operate gaming tables
- Maintain slot machines
- Accept keno wagers
- Pay out winning bets and jackpots
- Collect losing bets
- Work in gambling casinos
Supervisors of gambling casino workers are included in this group.
Job Titles
Duties
Gambling casino workers:
- Operate gaming tables and games such as roulette, blackjack, keno, baccarat and poker
- Explain rules of games to patrons and make sure the rules are followed
- Accept keno wagers and issue computerized tickets for selection
- Determine winners or announce winning numbers
- Calculate and pay out winning bets and jackpots
- Collect losing bets and maintain related reports
- Fill slot machines with coins and help patrons having difficulties with machines
- Do minor adjustments to slot machines
Gambling casino supervisors:
- Supervise the activities of casino workers
- Coordinate and schedule activities of staff working at gaming tables and slot machines
- Train casino staff
- Solve problems that arise, such as patrons' complaints and work-related issues
Earnings
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Work Environment
# Workers Employed
395% Employed Full Time
24%Work takes place in an indoor casino setting.
Career Pathways
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Education, Training and Skills
- Completion of secondary school is usually required
- On-the-job training is provided for gaming table dealers
- Security clearance is required for all casino workers
- Casino gaming licences are usually required for all casino employees
Education programs in B.C.
The following program areas are related to this occupation:
- Academic/Basic Upgrading
Skills
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Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Talking to others to share information effectively.
Using mathematics to solve problems.
Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Keeping track of and assessing your performance, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Actively looking for ways to help people.
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Labour Market Statistics
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Employment
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Employment
395Employment by Region
| Region | Employment | % Employment of this Occupation |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 0 | 0.0% |
| Kootenay | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 350 | 89.7% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 0 | 0.0% |
| Northeast | 0 | 0.0% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 20 | 5.1% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 10 | 2.6% |
Labour Market Outlook
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Forecasted Job Openings (2024-2034)
240Forecasted Job Openings
Forecasted Employment Growth Rate
Composition of Job Openings
Job Openings by Region (2024-2034)
| Region | Job Openings | Avg. Annual Employment Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | Not available | Not available |
| Kootenay | Not available | Not available |
| Mainland/Southwest | 230 | 1.6% |
| North Coast and Nechako | Not available | Not available |
| Northeast | Not available | Not available |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 10 | 2.1% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | Not available | Not available |
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Forecasted Job Openings by Industry
| Industry | Job Openings (2024-2034) |
|---|---|
| Information, Culture and Recreation | 240 |
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