Accommodation, Travel, and Amusement Services Support Workers
(NOC 6721, 6722)
in All Sales and ServiceSupport workers in accommodation, travel and facilities set-up services include workers who carry hotel guests' luggage and escort guests to their rooms, carry travellers' luggage at airports, in railway stations and aboard ships, clean and maintain public areas and passengers' rooms aboard ships and trains, and set up rooms and associated furnishings, commercial displays, exhibits, equipment and booths in facilities and establishments. They are employed by hotels, conference centres, retail establishments, passenger transport companies and throughout the private and public sectors. This group includes amusement jobs such as operators of amusement rides, games and other attractions, and attendants in amusement, recreation and sports facilities who assist patrons, collect tickets and fees and supervise the use of recreational and sports equipment. They are employed by amusement parks, fairs, exhibitions, carnivals, arenas, billiard parlours, bowling alleys, golf courses, ski centres, tennis clubs, campgrounds and other recreational and sports facilities.
Job Outlook
Average
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Compared to: All Sales and Service
The employment outlook over the next few years for this occupational group is “average”, which indicates the chances of a qualified individual finding work is comparable to the average for all occupations in Nova Scotia. This is a fairly large occupation in Nova Scotia so job opportunities occur fairly regularly. The number employed in this occupation is expected to grow slightly over the next few years, which should provide some additional opportunities for employment. With a large percent of workers being 55 years of age and older, retirements are expected to be a key contributor to employment opportunities over the coming years. Accommodation, Travel, and Amusement Services Support Workers may either be working full-time or part-time hours. Furthermore, the jobs are typically permanent positions.
The median employment income for 17% of Accommodation, Travel, and Amusement Services Support Workers who worked full-time, year-round in 2015 was $36,638. Across all occupations in Nova Scotia, 59% of those who worked full-time year round had a median employment income of $43,600.
(Source: 2016 Census)
Hourly Pay
$11.00
Minimum$12.75
Median$21.00
MaximumAnnual Pay
$1,749
Minimum$10,443
Median$38,146
MaximumCompared to: All Sales and Service
Hourly Pay
$10.70
Minimum$12.50
Median$21.17
MaximumAnnual Pay
$2,949
Minimum$16,629
Median$45,086
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
Support workers in accommodation, travel and facilities set-up services include workers who carry hotel guests' luggage and escort guests to their rooms, carry travellers' luggage at airports, in railway stations and aboard ships, clean and maintain public areas and passengers' rooms aboard ships and trains, and set up rooms and associated furnishings, commercial displays, exhibits, equipment and booths in facilities and establishments. They are employed by hotels, conference centres, retail establishments, passenger transport companies and throughout the private and public sectors.
This group includes amusement jobs such as operators of amusement rides, games and other attractions, and attendants in amusement, recreation and sports facilities who assist patrons, collect tickets and fees and supervise the use of recreational and sports equipment. They are employed by amusement parks, fairs, exhibitions, carnivals, arenas, billiard parlours, bowling alleys, golf courses, ski centres, tennis clubs, campgrounds and other recreational and sports facilities.
Job duties
The following is a summary of main duties for some jobs in this group:
- Guest service attendants carry luggage for hotel guests, escort incoming guests to their rooms, check rooms to ensure they are in order, offer information regarding features of rooms, services of hotel and points of interest, assist guests with special needs, attend to group arrivals and departures, receive and deliver items and messages for guests, handle guest complaints and requests, and maintain luggage storage areas.
- Baggage porters convey travellers' luggage at railway stations and airports by hand or hand truck and arrange for ground transportation.
- Ship attendants serve food and beverages, clean cabins, make beds, wash dishes and carry luggage for passengers aboard ships.
- Train service attendants set and clear tables in dining cars, serve food and beverages, clean sleeping cars, maintain washroom supplies and ensure customer satisfaction and comfort.
- Facilities workers set-up, install, reconfigure, relocate and dismantle temporary partitions and furnishings of rooms, assemble, rotate and disassemble window displays, showcases and signage according to floor plans or instructions, assist with installation of audiovisual equipment and help in resolving problems during use and may perform minor repairs on installations and routine maintenance of audiovisual equipment.
Amusement attraction operators perform 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.
Attendants in amusement, recreation and sport perform some or all of the following duties:
- 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.
Sample job titles
- amusement ride attendant
- baggage handler
- banquet porter
- bellhop
- hotel guest services attendant
- luggage attendant
- recreation park attendant
- recreational facility attendant
- train service attendant
- zamboni driver
Skills
To work in these jobs, you should have good health, physical stamina, and manual dexterity. You must also be able to work on your own and carry out instructions given by a supervisor. Workers are often expected to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Job requirements
- Some high school education may be required.
- On-the-job training is usually provided.
Other considerations
Work in these jobs tends to be seasonal, with employment levels peaking in the summer months.
By the numbers
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employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Compared to: All Sales and Service
employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Where will I likely work?
Halifax
Cape Breton
Northern
Annapolis Valley
Southern
Compared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
Northern
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Information, Culture & Recreation
Transportation and Warehousing
Accommodation and Food Services
Educational Services
Management, Admin & Other Support
What is the age of Employment?
15-24
45-54
25-34
55-64
65+
35-44
Compared to: All Sales and Service
25-34
35-44
55-64
Top levels of education
High school
$11,235 median annual incomeLess than high school
$6,285 median annual incomeCollege certificate or diploma
$15,440 median annual incomeBachelor's degree
$13,346 median annual incomeTrades certificate
$14,563 median annual incomeCompared to: All Sales and Service
High school
$12,982 median annual incomeCollege certificate or diploma
$19,514 median annual incomeLess than high school
$9,486 median annual incomeBachelor's degree
$20,807 median annual incomeTrades certificate
$18,797 median annual incomeEducation & training
Adult high school/secondary diploma programs
This program is typically offered at the high school level.This instructional program class comprises any program that defines the prescribed requirements, specified by the appropriate jurisdiction, for the completion of and graduation from a secondary school program of academic subject matter offered for adult learners outside of the regular secondary school program. This does not include adult compensatory education programs resulting in completion of a high school equivalency certificate or diploma.
Institutions providing this program
Siège Social: 1695, Route 1
Pointe-de-l'Église, NS B0W 1M0
(902) 769-2114
50 Elliott Road
Lawrencetown, NS B0S 1M0
(902) 825-3491
PO Box 550, 1 Main Street
Springhill, NS B0M 1X0
(902) 597-3737
21 Woodlawn Road
Dartmouth, NS B2W 2R7
(902) 491-4900
372 Pleasant Street
Yarmouth, NS B5A 2L2
(902) 742-3501
236 Belcher Street
Kentville, NS B4N 0A6
(902) 678-7341
75 High Street
Bridgewater, NS B4V 1V8
(902) 543-4608
5685 Leeds Street
Halifax, NS B3K 2T3
(902) 491-6722
PO Box 820, 39 Acadia Avenue
Stellarton, NS B0K 1S0
(902) 752-2002
PO Box 760, 1575 Lake Road
Shelburne, NS B0T 1W0
(902) 875-8640
226 Reeves Street
Port Hawkesbury, NS B9A 2A2
(902) 625-2380
PO Box 1042, 1240 Grand Lake Road
Sydney, NS B1P 6J7
(902) 563-2450
36 Arthur Street
Truro, NS B2N 1X5
(902) 893-5385
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