About the job: The overall employment of amusement and recreation attendants is projected to grow 9 percent from 2016 to 2026, which is as fast as average for all occupations. This means the demands are high and there are a large number of job openings. This should result in good job prospects for qualified applicants.
Where will you work: You will work at any amusement and recreation places, or facilities.
What will you do: Amusement and Recreation Attendants work on different jobs at an amusement or recreation facility. They may schedule use recreation facilities, maintain and provide equipment to participants of sporting events or recreational pursuits, or operate amusement concessions and rides.
How to become Amusement and recreation attendants: There is really no long training need for this job. All an applicant has to do is to be familiar with the job and a worker’s responsibility.
Job skills/requirements:
- Speaking skills in communicating with co-workers and customers effectively.
- Listens attentively.
- With exceptional Customer Service that go above and beyond duty, depending on the customers’ need.
- Should have people skills, and has a warm positive attitude.
- An effective team player with a pleasing personality is a plus.
Industry: Entertainment, Customer Service
Minimum age: Generally 16+, 14 for certain positions
Expected wage: $11.28 per hour
Similar name: Ride Operator, Recreational Aide, Ski Lift Operator, Recreational Attendant
Related jobs: Counter and Rental Clerks, Cashier
O-NET Online Reference
39-3091.00 – Amusement and Recreation Attendants
Most Hiring Ride Operator
Companies that mostly hire Ride Operator are:
Most Hiring Minors (Under 18) as a Ride Operator
The minimum hiring age of a Ride Operator is generally 14 years old, yet the minimum age specified in job postings as a Ride Operator is 14 years old, varied by locations.
- Can 12-13 work as a Ride Operator? No, minors under 14 may not work for an employer, except in family business. Learn more Child Labor
- Can 14 year olds work as a Ride Operator? Yes, there are companies that hire 14 year olds as a Ride Operator
- Can 15 year olds work as a Ride Operator? Yes, there are companies that hire 15 year olds as a Ride Operator
- Can 16 year olds work as a Ride Operator? Yes, there are companies that hire 16 year olds as a Ride Operator
Companies that tend to hire minors as a Ride Operator are:
Companies That Hire Teens as a Ride Operator
The following is a list of 44 companies that have and may be actively posting job vacancies as a Ride Operator to which teenagers can submit job applications.
1-20 of 44
Ride Operator Jobs for Teens
48 jobs found
Nickelodeon Universe Ride Operator (Part Time) (16+)
Mall of America - Bloomington, MNMust be at least 16 years of age. Monitor the safety of the guests inside and outside of the ride during the entire ride cycle.
8 hours agoRides Games Operator Ages 17+ (17+)
TRADERS VILLAGE HOUSTON, LP - Houston, TXMust be a minimum of 17 years old. Ability to lift and push minimum of 35 lbs. Must follow ride policies and procedures while operating ride.
1 day agoRide Operator (18+)
Anakeesta - Gatlinburg, TN18 years of age or older. Assist in the recovery of lost or dropped items along lift line. Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.
1 day agoRide Operator (16+)
American Dream - East Rutherford, NJMust be at least 16 years of age. Guest greet at the entrance of ride while ride is closed or slow during downtime. Stand - frequently, 90% of the time.
3 days agoRide Operator (16+)
American Dream - East Rutherford, NJMust be at least 16 years of age. Guest greet at the entrance of ride while ride is closed or slow during downtime. Stand - frequently, 90% of the time.
3 days ago