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65211.01 – Amusement attraction operators

Amusement attraction operators operate rides and other attractions and perform routine maintenance and safety inspections of attraction equipment.

Overview

Example job titles

  • Amusement attraction operator
  • Amusement ride operator
  • Cable car operator
  • Game concession operator
  • Snowmaker

Core competencies

  • Monitoring to oversee the safe operation of attractions by, for example, ensuring riders follow directions and do not behave inappropriately
  • Oral Communication: Active Listening to understand and respond to guests' needs, concerns and instructions from supervisors or colleagues
  • Rate Control and Reaction Time to manage the speed and operation of attractions while being able to quickly intervene in unexpected situations or malfunctions
  • Multi-Signal Response to monitor various indicators and respond to multiple tasks or emergencies at once, such as adjusting ride controls, addressing guest concerns and reacting to safety alerts
  • Collaboration to ensure effective communication and coordinate with others, especially during busy periods or when addressing operational issues
  • Knowledge in Mechanics and Machinery to perform routine maintenance and identify potential issues with ride equipment, notifying management when necessary

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

  • 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.

Additional information

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Similar occupations classified elsewhere

Exclusions:

  • Casino workers (64321)
  • Other service support occupations (65329)
  • Other services supervisors (62029)
  • Other support occupations in personal services (65229)

NOC hierarchy breakdown

NOC version

NOC 2021 Version 1.0

Broad occupational category

6 – Sales and service occupations

TEER

5 – Occupations usually require short-term work demonstration and no formal education

Major group

65 – Sales and service support occupations

Sub-major group

652 – Support occupations in food, accommodation and tourism

Minor group

6521 – Support occupations in accommodation, travel, tourism and amusement services

Unit group

65211 – Operators and attendants in amusement, recreation and sport

Occupational profile

65211.01 – Amusement attraction operators

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