Service Occupations

Ambulance drivers and attendants, except emergency medical technicians

Drive ambulance or assist ambulance driver in transporting sick, injured, or convalescent persons. Assist in lifting patients and rendering first aid. May be required to have Red Cross first-aid training certificate.

1996 employment: 18,000
Projected 1996-2006 employment change: Much faster than average
Most significant source of training: Up to 1 month of on-the-job training

Amusement and recreation attendants

Perform one or more of the following duties at amusement or recreation facilities: Schedule use of recreation facilities, allocate equipment to participants in sporting events or recreational pursuits, collect fees, set pins, prepare billiard tables, provide caddying and other services for golfers, or operate carnival rides and amusement concessions.

1996 employment: 288,000
Projected 1996-2006 employment change: Much faster than average
Most significant source of training: Up to 1 month of on-the-job training

Baggage porters and bellhops

Carry baggage for travelers at transportation terminals or for guests at hotels or similar establishments. Perform additional duties, such as assisting handicapped persons, running errands, delivering ice, and directing people to their desired destinations.

1996 employment: 38,000
Projected 1996-2006 employment change: Slower than average
Most significant source of training: Up to 1 month of on-the-job training

Crossing guards

Guide or control vehicular or pedestrian traffic at such places as street and railroad crossings and construction sites.

1996 employment: 61,000
Projected 1996-2006 employment change: A decline
Most significant source of training: Up to 1 month of on-the-job training

Pest controllers and assistants

Spray or release chemical solutions or toxic gases and set mechanical traps to kill pests and vermin, such as mice, termites, and roaches, that infest buildings and surrounding areas.

1996 employment: 60,000
Projected 1996-2006 employment change: Faster than average
Most significant source of training: 1 to 12 months of on-the-job training

Pharmacy assistants

Mix pharmaceutical preparations under direction of pharmacist. Duties include issuing medicine, labeling and storing supplies, and cleaning equipment and work areas.

1996 employment: 47,000
Projected 1996-2006 employment change: About as fast as average
Most significant source of training: Up to 1 month of on-the-job training

Ushers, lobby attendants, and ticket takers

Assist patrons at entertainment events, such as sporting events and motion picture performances. May assist in finding seats, searching for lost articles, and locating rest rooms and telephones. Collect admission tickets and passes from patrons.

1996 employment: 64,000
Projected 1996-2006 employment change: Faster than average
Most significant source of training: Up to 1 month of on-the-job training

Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers

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