National Occupational Classification, TEER 5
NOC 65211: Operators and attendants in amusement, recreation and sport
Operators and attendants in amusement, recreation and sport assist patrons, collect tickets and fees and supervise the use of recreational and sports equipment. Below are the main duties, all 97 job titles it covers, what it means for Express Entry and what it pays in each province.
Updated
- Official NOC 2021 data
- Job Bank wages
What is NOC 65211?
NOC 65211 is the code for operators and attendants in amusement, recreation and sport in the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021. Job titles in this group include amusement attraction operator, amusement park attendant, amusement ride operator and athletic equipment custodian. It is a TEER 5 occupation (usually a short work demonstration and no formal education), so it does not count as skilled work for Express Entry. The Job Bank median wage across Canada is $17.50 an hour.
- NOC code
- 65211
- TEER
- 5: Short work demonstration, no formal education
- Broad category
- Sales and service occupations
- Express Entry
- Not skilled
- Category draws
- None
- Median wage
- $17.50 an hour
Job titles under NOC 65211
Operators and attendants in amusement, recreation and sport 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.
Main job titles
- amusement attraction operator
- amusement park attendant
- amusement ride operator
- athletic equipment custodian
- billiard parlour attendant
- bingo hall attendant
- bowling alley attendant
- campground attendant
- campground supervisor
- game concession operator
- recreation attendant
- recreational facility attendant
- rink ice maker
- ski lift attendant
- sports attendant
- tennis court attendant
All 97 job titles in the NOC index
amusement attraction operator, amusement concession operator, amusement park attendant, amusement ride attendant, amusement ride operator, arena ice patroller, artificial ice maker - rink, athletic equipment attendant, athletic equipment custodian, attendance checker, bicycle rental attendant, billiard parlour attendant, billiards ballracker, bingo caller, bingo floor attendant, bingo floorman/woman, bingo hall attendant, boat rental attendant, bowling alley attendant, bowling pinsetter, boxing second, bungee jump attendant, cable car operator, caddie, campground attendant, campground gate attendant, campground supervisor, campground worker, carousel operator, clubhouse attendant, drive-in theatre attendant, driving range attendant, ferris wheel operator, fun house operator, game booth operator, game concession operator, go-kart ride attendant, go-kart track attendant, golf course attendant, golf course ranger, golf course starter, golf range attendant, gondola operator, ice rink attendant, J-bar attendant, J-bar operator, jockey helper, jockey room custodian, jockey valet, leisure and sports attendant, leisure attendant, leisure facility attendant, merry-go-round operator, mini-golf attendant, park attendant, park receptionist, park supervisor, pony ride operator, pool parlour attendant, recreation and sports attendant, recreation attendant, recreation park attendant, recreational camp attendant, recreational facility attendant, ride attendant, rink attendant, rink ice maker, rink icer, rink supervisor, rope tow attendant, rope tow operator, shooting gallery operator, skate sharpener, ski lift attendant, ski lift operator, ski tow attendant, ski tow operator, snowmaker, snowmaking equipment operator, snowmaking facility attendant, snowmaking machine operator, sports and leisure attendant, sports and recreation attendant, sports attendant, sports centre attendant, sports equipment attendant, sports equipment custodian, sports facility attendant, T-bar attendant, T-bar operator, technical assistant - sports and leisure, tennis court attendant, tourist camp attendant, trailer campsite attendant, trailer park attendant, waterslide attendant, zamboni driver.
Also included in this group
- park receptionist
Main duties of NOC 65211
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Amusement attraction operators
- 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
- 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.
Employment requirements
- Some secondary school education may be required.
- On-the-job training is usually provided.
Is NOC 65211 eligible for Express Entry?
Not for the main Express Entry programs, which need TEER 0, 1, 2 or 3 work. TEER 5 jobs can still lead to permanent residence through some provincial and other programs, so check each program's own list.
| Program or draw | NOC 65211 |
|---|---|
| Federal Skilled Worker Program | Does not count (TEER 5) |
| Canadian Experience Class | Does not count (TEER 5) |
| Federal Skilled Trades Program | Not a listed trade |
| Occupation category draws (2026) | Not on any occupation list |
| French-language proficiency (category draw) | Open to any occupation with NCLC 7 in French |
Read how TEER categories work and the full list of NOC codes in each 2026 category draw. Category draws also need at least 12 months of full-time work (or the same amount part-time) in one listed occupation within the past 3 years.
How much does NOC 65211 pay?
Job Bank wages for this occupation, per hour. Low and high are, in most cases, the 10th and 90th percentiles, so 8 in 10 workers earn somewhere between them.
| Area | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $15.00 | $17.50 | $27.00 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | $16.00 | $18.00 | $28.00 |
| Prince Edward Island | $16.50 | $17.00 | $23.00 |
| Nova Scotia | $16.50 | $16.50 | $26.45 |
| New Brunswick | $15.65 | $18.75 | $28.00 |
| Quebec | $16.10 | $17.00 | $27.00 |
| Ontario | $17.60 | $17.60 | $27.50 |
| Manitoba | $16.00 | $16.00 | $25.84 |
| Saskatchewan | $15.35 | $15.35 | $25.00 |
| Alberta | $15.00 | $16.78 | $28.00 |
| British Columbia | $17.85 | $19.00 | $27.00 |
| Yukon | $17.94 | $17.94 | $24.59 |
| Northwest Territories | $16.70 | $20.24 | $23.93 |
| Nunavut | $19.00 | $19.00 | $27.11 |
Source: Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025), data from 2023-2024 (Labour Force Survey). Wages for job offers in LMIA and provincial programs are compared with these figures, so check the current numbers on Job Bank before you rely on them.
Using NOC 65211 duties on your resume
Canadian resumes do not list NOC codes. Employers read your job titles, what you did and what came of it. The NOC duties are still a useful checklist: if you did these tasks, say so in your own words and add the numbers that prove it.
For Express Entry, the reference letter from your employer should describe the duties you really performed, in line with this lead statement and most of the main duties, without copying the NOC text word for word. The free reference letter generator checks your duties against NOC 65211 as you write.
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Where this information comes from
Occupation codes, titles and descriptions are adapted from Statistics Canada, National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 Version 1.0. This does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada of this product.
Wages come from Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025). Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada.
Express Entry rules come from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC): the program pages for the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Canadian Experience Class and the Federal Skilled Trades Program, and the category-based selection page as modified on June 22, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for a amusement attraction operator?
NOC 65211, Operators and attendants in amusement, recreation and sport, a TEER 5 occupation in NOC 2021.
What TEER is NOC 65211?
TEER 5. Usually a short work demonstration and no formal education. The TEER is the second digit of the code. See all TEER categories.
Is NOC 65211 eligible for Express Entry?
Not for the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Canadian Experience Class or the Federal Skilled Trades Program, which need TEER 0 to 3 work. Some provincial nominee programs and other pathways accept TEER 5 jobs.
Is NOC 65211 in an Express Entry category-based draw?
No. It is not on any 2026 occupation list. The French-language proficiency category is open to any occupation if you reach NCLC 7 in French. See every category.
How much does NOC 65211 pay in Canada?
The Job Bank median across Canada is $17.50 an hour, with most wages between $15.00 and $27.00. Pay varies by province: see the table above.
Where is the official description?
On the Statistics Canada and ESDC NOC site: search 65211 in NOC 2021 Version 1.0. This page shows the same text, from the open data Statistics Canada publishes.
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