Variant of the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 Version 1.0 for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)

65211 - Operators and attendants in amusement, recreation and sport

Operators and attendants in amusement, recreation and sport assist patrons, collect tickets and fees and supervise the use of recreational and sports equipment. They are employed by amusement parks, fairs, exhibitions, carnivals, arenas, billiard parlours, bowling alleys, golf courses, ski centres, tennis clubs, campgrounds and other recreational and sports facilities.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • amusement attraction operator
    • amusement park attendant
    • amusement ride operator
    • athletic equipment custodian
    • billiard parlour attendant
    • bingo hall attendant
    • bowling alley attendant
    • campground attendant
    • campground supervisor
    • game concession operator
    • recreation attendant
    • recreational facility attendant
    • rink ice maker
    • ski lift attendant
    • sports attendant
    • tennis court attendant

    All examples

  • Inclusion(s)

    • park receptionist
  • Exclusion(s)

    • Casino workers (See 64321 Casino workers)
    • Other service support occupations (See 65329 Other service support occupations)
    • Other services supervisors (See 62029 Other services supervisors)
    • Other support occupations in personal services (See 65229 Other support occupations in personal services)
    • Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness (See 54100 Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness)
  • Main duties

    This group performs some or all of the following 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
    • Perform routine maintenance and safety inspections of attraction equipment
    • Operate rides and other attractions, oversee game activities and ensure safety of participants
    • May sell tickets.

    Attendants in amusement, recreation and sport

    • Collect tickets and fees, and 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
    • Assist patrons on and off ski lifts and amusement park rides, secure and release safety belts and bars and monitor equipment to detect wear and damage
    • Clean and maintain recreational facilities and grounds.
  • Employment requirements

    • Some secondary school education may be required.
    • On-the-job training is usually provided.
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