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Amusement and Recreation Attendants

What they do:

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.

Also Called:

Activities Attendant, Coaster Attendant, Golf Course Ranger, Golf Course Starter, Recreation Aide, Recreation Attendant, Recreation Clerk, Ride Operator, Ski Lift Operator, Sports Complex Attendant, Activities Attendant, Coaster Attendant, Golf Course Ranger, Golf Course Starter, Recreation Aide, Recreation Attendant, Recreation Clerk, Ride Operator, Ski Lift Operator, Sports Complex Attendant

Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Employment Data

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$21,080
Starting Salary (2025)
$28,080
Median Salary (2025)
3.4%
Projected Job Growth
8,490
TX Employment (2025)

Typical Tasks

Provide information about facilities, entertainment options, and rules and regulations.
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.
Sell tickets and collect fees from customers.

A day in the life

What kind of work is this?

Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Social
Working with people
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work

What personality traits do you need to succeed?

Concern for Others
Cooperation
Dependability
Adaptability/Flexibility
Self-Control
Attention to Detail

What key skills are needed for this job?

Speaking
Service Orientation
Social Perceptiveness
Active Listening
Monitoring
Coordination

Expected Knowledge

Customer and Personal Service

Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

English Language

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Public Safety and Security

Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.

Common Activities

Performing for or Working Directly with the Public

Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

Getting Information

Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials

Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Education & Preparation

Some occupations may require additional education, advanced degrees, and years of experience in the field.
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Job Zone 1

Little or No Preparation Needed

Education

Some of these occupations may require a high school diploma or GED certificate.

Experience

Little or no previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations.

Training

Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few days to a few months of training. Usually, an experienced worker could show you how to do the job.

Typical Education Required

Education a new hire may need

  • Less than high school 64%
  • High school diploma 32%
  • Associate's degree 3%
  • Bachelor's degree 1%
Source: O*NET Education, Training & Experience data

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