Operators and attendants in amusement, recreation and sport
Career Overview
People in this group:
- Work as operators of amusement rides, games and other attractions
- Work as attendants in amusement, recreation and sports facilities who assist patrons, collect tickets and fees
- Supervise the use of recreational and sports equipment
- Work for amusement parks, fairs, exhibitions, carnivals, arenas, billiard parlours, bowling alleys, golf courses, ski centres, tennis clubs, campgrounds and other recreational and sports facilities
Job Titles
Duties
Amusement attraction operators:
- Drive trucks, vans and other vehicles to transport amusement rides, games and other attractions to amusement attraction sites
- Set up rides, fun houses, game concessions and other amusement attractions
- Do routine maintenance and safety inspections of attraction equipment
- Operate rides and other attractions, oversee game activities and make sure participants are safe
- Supervise amusement attraction attendants
- May sell tickets
Attendants in amusement, recreation and sport:
- Collect tickets and fees
- Rent or sell sports and accessory equipment
- Schedule the use of recreational facilities such as golf courses, tennis courts, bowling alleys, fitness clubs, campgrounds and other similar facilities
- Operate recreational facility equipment such as ski lifts, ice rink equipment and snow making machines
- Help patrons on and off ski lifts and amusement park rides
- Secure and release safety belts and bars and keep an eye on equipment to detect wear and damage
- Clean and maintain recreational facilities and grounds
Earnings
Earnings is income that workers receive in exchange for their labour. Depending on the type of employment, earnings can be in the form of wages (hourly), salaries (fixed monthly or annual) or self-employed earnings.
Work Environment
# Workers Employed
3,675% Employed Full Time
18%Workers in this group typically work in outdoor environments and may be exposed to various weather conditions.
Career Pathways
Progression to supervisory positions is possible with experience.
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Occupational Interests
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Education, Training and Skills
- Some secondary school education may be required
- On-the-job training is usually provided
Education programs in B.C.
Skills
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Talking to others to share information effectively.
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.
Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Actively looking for ways to help people.
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Managing one’s own time and the time of others.
Keeping track of and assessing your performance, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Convincing others to change their mind or behaviour.
Labour Market Statistics
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Employment
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Employment
3,675Employment by Region
| Region | Employment | % Employment of this Occupation |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 100 | 2.7% |
| Kootenay | 195 | 5.3% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 1,970 | 53.5% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 95 | 2.6% |
| Northeast | 80 | 2.2% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 680 | 18.5% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 570 | 15.5% |
Labour Market Outlook
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Forecasted Job Openings (2024-2034)
1,670Forecasted Job Openings
Forecasted Employment Growth Rate
Composition of Job Openings
Job Openings by Region (2024-2034)
| Region | Job Openings | Avg. Annual Employment Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 50 | 1.6% |
| Kootenay | 70 | 1.5% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 1,000 | 1.6% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 30 | 1.5% |
| Northeast | 40 | 1.4% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 260 | 2.0% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 220 | 1.2% |
Industry Highlights
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Forecasted Job Openings by Industry
| Industry | Job Openings (2024-2034) |
|---|---|
| Information, Culture and Recreation | 1,360 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 110 |
| Public Administration | 80 |
| Finance, Insurance and Real Estate | 30 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 30 |
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