Prevailing Wage for Amusement and Recreation Attendants
Prevailing wage floors for Amusement and Recreation Attendants (SOC 39-3091) are set by DOL using Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics data. Whether your offer is for a Recreation Attendant role, a Golf Course Starter position, or a Coaster Attendant job, DOL assigns four experience-based wage levels, and the floor shifts significantly depending on which city the worksite is in.
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Level 1 covers entry-level attendants with limited experience, performing routine tasks under close supervision. Workers at this stage have minimal independent decision-making and typically hold no specialized credentials related to the occupation. Most new hires and seasonal placements fall here.
Level 2 applies to qualified attendants with some independent judgment and a working knowledge of facility procedures. This is the most common filing level for Amusement and Recreation Attendants, reflecting the standard experienced hire who needs moderate oversight but handles routine situations independently.
Level 3 covers experienced attendants who perform complex tasks with significant autonomy, may informally guide newer staff, and consistently handle non-routine situations. Employers filing at this level are typically sponsoring workers with several years of direct experience in recreational or amusement facility operations.
Level 4 applies to fully competent attendants functioning at a senior or lead scope, often responsible for training others, managing specialized equipment, or overseeing facility operations. Sponsorships at this level are uncommon and require strong documentation of advanced, independent responsibility.
Prevailing Wage for Amusement and Recreation Attendants by OES area
Each shape is a DOL OES area, the unit prevailing wage is published for.
What’s an OES area?
The Department of Labor publishes prevailing wages for geographic zones called OES areas. Every U.S. county belongs to exactly one, and the wage floor applies across the whole area. A worker in Oakland gets the San Francisco metro wage, not a separate Oakland wage.
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Watch for seasonal bonus exclusions in recreational roles
Many amusement and recreation employers structure compensation with seasonal attendance bonuses or end-of-season incentives. These payments are typically excluded from the wage base DOL compares against the prevailing wage floor, so confirm your base hourly rate alone clears the level required.
Match your worksite city to the LCA wage area
Golf course rangers and recreation attendants who rotate across multiple facilities need careful attention here. The LCA must list each worksite location, and the prevailing wage is determined by that worksite, not the employer headquarters. A resort in Kahului, HI carries a significantly higher floor than one in rural Alabama.
Check which employers have sponsored recreation attendants before
Sponsorship history for this occupation is concentrated among large resort groups, national park concessionaires, and major theme park operators. Migrate Mate shows which employers have historically sponsored Amusement and Recreation Attendants, so you can prioritize applications to companies with a real track record.
Verify the SOC code before the LCA is filed
Activities Attendant and Recreation Aide roles sometimes get miscoded under broader hospitality or personal care SOCs, which carry different wage floors. Confirm your employer's LCA lists SOC 39-3091 before certification, since a wrong code can invalidate the sponsorship or create compliance exposure at audit.
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DOL classifies these titles under SOC 39-3091.00 alongside Amusement and Recreation Attendants, so the same four-tier wage schedule applies to each. Tap a title to see the full breakdown.
Activities Attendant Prevailing Wage
Activities Attendant Prevailing Wage
Activities Attendant positions fall under SOC 39-3091.00 (Amusement and Recreation Attendants). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Coaster Attendant Prevailing Wage
Coaster Attendant Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Coaster Attendant for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 39-3091.00 (Amusement and Recreation Attendants). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Golf Course Ranger Prevailing Wage
Golf Course Ranger Prevailing Wage
Golf Course Ranger is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 39-3091.00 (Amusement and Recreation Attendants). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Golf Course Starter Prevailing Wage
Golf Course Starter Prevailing Wage
Golf Course Starter positions fall under SOC 39-3091.00 (Amusement and Recreation Attendants). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Recreation Aide Prevailing Wage
Recreation Aide Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Recreation Aide for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 39-3091.00 (Amusement and Recreation Attendants). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Recreation Attendant Prevailing Wage
Recreation Attendant Prevailing Wage
Recreation Attendant is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 39-3091.00 (Amusement and Recreation Attendants). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Recreation Clerk Prevailing Wage
Recreation Clerk Prevailing Wage
Recreation Clerk positions fall under SOC 39-3091.00 (Amusement and Recreation Attendants). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Ride Operator Prevailing Wage
Ride Operator Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Ride Operator for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 39-3091.00 (Amusement and Recreation Attendants). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Ski Lift Operator Prevailing Wage
Ski Lift Operator Prevailing Wage
Ski Lift Operator is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 39-3091.00 (Amusement and Recreation Attendants). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Sports Complex Attendant Prevailing Wage
Sports Complex Attendant Prevailing Wage
Sports Complex Attendant positions fall under SOC 39-3091.00 (Amusement and Recreation Attendants). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does DOL set the prevailing wage for Amusement and Recreation Attendants?
DOL calculates prevailing wages using Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey data collected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. For each metropolitan area and nonmetropolitan region, DOL converts those survey wages into four levels tied to experience, complexity, and supervision. Employers must request or use these published rates to certify an LCA for this occupation through OFLC.
What do the four wage levels mean and how do I know which one applies to my offer?
Level 1 is entry-level with close supervision and limited experience. Level 2 is the qualified standard hire, which is the most common level filed for this occupation. Level 3 reflects meaningful independent experience, and Level 4 covers senior or lead responsibilities. Your level should match the actual duties and supervision structure in the job description, not simply your years of experience overall.
Why does the prevailing wage for the same recreation attendant role vary so much by city?
OFLC bases each area's wage on regional OES survey data, which reflects local labor market conditions. The rule is that the wage must correspond to the worksite listed on the LCA, not the employer's main office. Dense resort markets in Hawaii and coastal California show much higher floors than rural or southern metros, because local employers in those areas already pay more to compete for workers.
What happens if a job offer for a sponsored position falls below the prevailing wage floor?
OFLC will not certify an LCA where the offered wage is below the applicable prevailing wage. For H-1B and green card sponsorships, USCIS can also deny or revoke approval if the wage is noncompliant. The employer cannot simply make up the difference after filing; the certified rate must be met from the employment start date and maintained throughout the authorized period.
How do I find and verify the prevailing wage for Amusement and Recreation Attendants at a specific U.S. location?
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up SOC 39-3091 for any metropolitan area or nonmetropolitan region. Enter the worksite zip code or area name, select the occupation, and OFLC returns the four-level wage table for that location. Cross-reference with the O*NET profile to confirm the duties match this SOC before relying on those figures. For finding employers who have sponsored this role, Migrate Mate filters by occupation and location to show which companies have active sponsorship histories.
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