At Work These attendants work for amusement parks, fairs, arenas, billiard parlours, gambling casinos, bowling alleys, golf courses, ski centres, tennis clubs and other recreational and sports facilities, hotels, and railway and water transport companies. Amusement park attendants collect tickets, assist patrons on and off rides, and secure and release safety belts and bars. Amusement attraction operators transport rides, games and attractions to amusement sites, set up attractions and operate rides.
Ice makers operate machines and prepare ice surfaces of rinks for hockey games and other activities.
Recreational facility attendants schedule the use of golf courses, tennis courts, fitness clubs and other recreational facilities. They may collect fees and sell and rent sports equipment. Bellhops carry luggage for hotel and resort guests, escort them to their rooms, ensure that the rooms are in order and provide information on hotel services and local points of interest. Baggage porters carry travellers' luggage by hand or use handcarts, and arrange for ground transportation. Ship attendants serve food and beverages, clean cabins, make beds and carry passengers' luggage.