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Other Occupations in Travel, Accommodation, Amusement and Recreation
What they do?
Amusement attraction operators drive trucks/vans to transport rides, games, and attractions to amusement sites; set up attractions; perform routine maintenance and safety inspections; operate rides; and oversee game activities.
Attendants in amusement, recreation, and sport collect tickets/fees; rent or sell sports/accessory equipment; schedule the use of the facilities; operate facility equipment such as ski lifts, ice rink equipment, and snow-making machines; assist customers on and off rides/ski lifts; and monitor the equipment to detect wear/damage.
Guest service attendants carry luggage for hotel/resort guests, escort them to their rooms, ensure that the rooms are in order, and provide information on hotel services/local points of interest. They also assist special needs guests, attend to group arrivals/departures, receive/deliver messages for guests, handle complaints, and maintain baggage storage areas.
Baggage porters carry travellers' luggage by hand or use handcarts, and arrange for ground transportation.
Ship attendants serve food/beverages, clean cabins, make beds, and carry passengers' luggage.
Train service attendants set and clear dining car tables, clean sleeping cars, and assist passengers.
Where they find work?
1. Arts entertainment and recreation - 58.0%
2. Accommodation and food services - 18.0%
3. Public administration - 9.0%
4. Transportation and warehousing - 7.0%
What education do I need?
1. To work in this field, you may need some high school education.
2. On-the-job training is usually provided.
3. With experience, you may move up the ranks to become a supervisor.
4. Most recent entrants have a community college diploma.
High School Subject that will help:
1. French
2. Physical Education
3. English (Communication)
What can you expect to make:
The average hourly wages for Other Occupations in Travel, Accommodation, Amusement and Recreation is $10.25/HR, which is below average for occupations in the sale and service sector and are close to the average for all labouring and elemental occupations. These wages grew at an above-average rate from 2002 to 2004.
Average Wage
Expected Wage by Age
Unemployment:
11% of Other Occupations in Travel, Accommodation, Amusement and Recreation are unemployed. This rate is close to the average for labouring and elemental occupations.
Unemployment
Trends in Unemployment
Current Job Outlook:
The job outlook for Other Occupations in Travel, Accommodation, Amusement and Recreation is considered Below Average because:
1. Employment grew at an above-average rate.
2. Hourly wages ($10.25) are below the average ($18.07), and the rate of wage growth is above average.
3. The unemployment rate (11%) is above the 2004 average (7%).
Future Job Prospects:
Your job outlook will continue to be Below Average because:
1. The employment growth rate will likely be above average.
2. Although the retirement rate will likely be average, the number of retiring workers should contribute to job openings.
3. The number of job seekers will likely exceed the number of job openings.
Highest Concetration:
The highest concentrations (per 10,000 people) of are found in Alberta and Prince Edward Island while the lowest concentrations are in New Brunswick and Newfoundland.
Unionization Rate:
The unionization rate (19%) is close to the average (32%) for all occupations.
Useful Experience:
1. Dealing with the public
2. Customer service
3. Promoting
Part Time Workers
Part time workers:
45% of Other Occupations in Travel, Accommodation, Amusement and Recreation are employed only on a part-time basis. There were 30,100 workers employed in these occupations in 2004, an increase of 52% since 1997.
Age Demographics
Age Demographics:
The relatively high percentage of younger workers suggests more entry-level positions and jobs that may serve as stepping stones in a career. The retirement rate to 2009 will likely be average reflecting the age/retirement structure of the occupation.
