Amusement / Recreation Attendant

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.

O*NET reports this occupation under titles such as: Activities Attendant; Coaster Attendant; Golf Course Ranger; Golf Course Starter; Recreation Aide; Recreation Attendant; Recreation Clerk; Ride Operator; Ski Lift Operator; Sports Complex Attendant

Tasks

• 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.
• 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.
• Maintain inventories of equipment, storing and retrieving items and assembling and disassembling equipment as necessary.

Knowledge

• Customer and Personal Service
• English Language
• Public Safety and Security

Skills

• Speaking
• Active Listening

Abilities

• Speech Clarity
• Oral Comprehension
• Oral Expression
• Problem Sensitivity
• Speech Recognition
• Near Vision