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Amusement and 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.

Annual openings

2,894

Median wage

$35,770

Typical education

Education not reported

Growth 2026–2032

+7%

Median wage source: Colorado BLS OEWS (2025).

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Career requirements

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Typical education

Education not reported

Credential requirement

No certification is required or expected for this job.

Work experience

This is an entry-level role so no experience is required.

Is this work a fit?

What the work actually feels like

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Work style

The type of work can vary by job and employer.

  • With childrenMay vary
  • On a computerNo
  • OutdoorsYes
  • With your handsMay vary

Interests it draws on

  • Hospitality and Tourism
  • Events and Conferences

Automation exposure

High exposure

Many tasks are repeatable, so technology could reshape the day-to-day over time.

A typical day

  1. Provide information about facilities, entertainment options, and rules and regulations.
  2. Keep informed of shut-down and emergency evacuation procedures.
  3. Direct patrons to rides, seats, or attractions.
  4. Monitor activities to ensure adherence to rules and safety procedures, or arrange for the removal of unruly patrons.
  5. Record details of attendance, sales, receipts, reservations, or repair activities.
  6. Maintain inventories of equipment, storing and retrieving items and assembling and disassembling equipment as necessary.
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