65211 – Operators and attendants in amusement, recreation and sport
Lead statement
Amusement attraction operators operate rides and other attractions and perform routine maintenance and safety inspections of attraction equipment.
Main 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.
- 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
- On-the-job training is usually provided.
- Some secondary school education may be required.
Example job titles
cable car operator · snowmaking machine operator · snowmaker · amusement attraction operator · amusement ride operator · game concession operator · game booth operator · sports equipment custodian · athletic equipment custodian · leisure facility attendant · leisure attendant · recreation attendant · sports attendant · amusement park attendant · recreation and sports attendant · sports and leisure attendant · sports and recreation attendant · leisure and sports attendant · campground worker · sports facility attendant
Wages (per hour)
| Province / territory | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $15.00 | $17.50 | $27.00 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | $16.00 | $18.00 | $28.00 |
| Nova Scotia | $16.50 | $16.50 | $26.45 |
| New Brunswick | $15.65 | $18.75 | $28.00 |
| Quebec | $16.10 | $17.00 | $27.00 |
| Ontario | $17.60 | $17.60 | $27.50 |
| Manitoba | $16.00 | $16.00 | $25.84 |
| Saskatchewan | $15.35 | $15.35 | $25.00 |
| Alberta | $15.00 | $16.78 | $28.00 |
| British Columbia | $17.85 | $19.00 | $27.00 |
Source: Job Bank wages, 2025 release (ESDC). Low and high are the 10th and 90th percentiles.
Occupation details: ESDC OaSIS 2025, based on NOC 2021.