Industries employing counter and rental clerks that are expected to grow rapidly include equipment rental and leasing, automotive rentals, amusement and recreation services. The number of new jobs created in other industries, such as video tape rental stores, will also be significant. Nevertheless, most job openings will arise from the need to replace experienced workers who transfer to other occupations or leave the labor force. Part-time employment opportunities are expected to be plentiful. In some States, State law sets the minimum wage higher and establishments must pay at least that amount.
Wages also tend to be higher in areas where there is intense competition for workers.
In addition to wages, some counter and rental clerks receive commissions, based on the number of contracts they complete or services they sell. 6.20 Video tape rental 5.70 Full-time workers typically receive health and life insurance, paid vacation, and sick leave. Other workers with similar duties include bank tellers , cashiers , food and beverage service occupations , postal clerks , and retail salespersons . Links to non-BLS Internet sites are provided for your convenience and do not constitute an endorsement.