Casino workers – 64321

Description

Casino workers operate gaming tables, assist patrons using slot machines, accept keno wagers, pay out winning bets and jackpots and collect losing bets. They are employed by casinos.

Job Titles

• Croupier
• Keno runner – casino
• Keno writer

Main Duties

• Operate gaming tables and games such as roulette, blackjack, keno, baccarat and poker
• Monitor and assist patrons using slot machines
• Explain rules of games to patrons and ensure that rules are followed
• Accept keno wagers and issue computerized tickets for selection
• Determine winners or announce winning numbers
• Calculate and pay out winning bets and jackpots, collect losing bets and maintain related reports
• Replenish and reset slot machines
• May perform minor adjustments or repairs to slot machines.

Workplaces

• Casinos

Work Environment

• Indoors, environmentally controlled
• Extremely bright or inadequate lighting
• Sound and noise

Physical Demands

• Handling material manually
• Making repetitive motions
• Standing
• Bending or twisting the body
• Walking and running

Requirements

• Completion of secondary school is usually required.
• On-the-job training is provided for gaming table dealers.
• Security clearance is required for all casino workers.
• Casino gaming licences are usually required for all casino employees.

Skills

• Instructing
• Learning and Teaching Strategies
• Management of Personnel Resources
• Monitoring
• Negotiating

Abilities

• Auditory Attention
• Perceptual Speed
• Selective Attention
• Verbal Ability
• Arm-Hand Steadiness

Personal Attributes

• Attention to Detail
• Collaboration
• Independence
• Social Orientation
• Adaptability

Similar Occupations

• Operators and attendants in amusement, recreation and sport (65211)

Source: OaSIS