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SOC: 39-3091 |
Amusement and Recreation Attendants |
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Perform 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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Education: |
About half of those employed in this field have no formal education beyond high school. Amusement parks prefer workers who are at least 17 years old. Employers look for people who have good interpersonal skills in order to work with the public. Upper level management positions usually require a college degree.
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Conditions: |
Jobs in amusement and recreation services industry are likely to be part time. Many of these type employers increase employment during the summer and scale back during winter. Workers may have to work nights and holidays, and some jobs require extensive travel. Many workers have to work outdoors, and some jobs involve manual labor, requiring physical strength and stamina.
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Outlook: |
Jobs in amusement and recreation services are expected to increase more rapidly than average over the period. A steady increase in tourism in the state will provide job openings, as will people leaving the field for other opportunities. Also a growing awareness of the health benefits of physical fitness and leisure time will provide a larger market for employers providing recreational services.
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License: |
License not required.
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