Job prospects Amusement Ride Operator in the Northeast Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Operators and attendants in amusement, recreation and sport in the Northeast Region. The number of job openings was about the same as the number of workers available in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Operators and attendants in amusement, recreation and sport (NOC 65211) in the Northeast region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

Here are some key facts about Operators and attendants in amusement, recreation and sport in the Northeast region:

• Approximately 280 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Operators and attendants in amusement, recreation and sport mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Information, cultural, arts, entertainment and recreation services (NAICS 51, 71): 79%
  • Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 10%
  • Accommodation and food services (NAICS 72): 7%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology