Recreation Aid (Bowling)
Air Combat Command · Department of the Air Force
This job in plain English
This is a Recreation Aid job with the Air Combat Command at the Lightning Lanes Bowling Center on Tyndall AFB, Florida. It is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) job, which means it supports the base's morale, welfare and recreation (MWR) programs, and only a few vacancies are open. Work hours vary and can include evenings, weekends, holidays, and other non-traditional times.
Can you apply?
Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.
- VeteransPeople who served on active duty and left under honorable conditions, through the veterans' hiring authorities (VEOA, VRA, 30% disabled veterans).
- Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.
- Military spousesSpouses of active-duty service members, and some spouses of service members who were disabled or died on duty.
Other groups listed above may get extra consideration, for example veterans' preference.
Open to U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, and those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Preference categories include military spouses, veterans, and spouses, widows, or parents of veterans, plus several other hiring preferences. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or legal U.S. residents for at least 3 years and must live in or near the area.
What you would do
- Greet customers and answer questions about programs, fees, and bowling procedures.
- Assign lanes, rent shoes and equipment, and take food orders.
- Operate the cash register or point-of-sale system and prepare daily cashier reports.
- Help with bowling leagues, tournaments, and special events.
- Clean bowling areas, counters, rental shoes, and seating areas.
- Watch the lanes, fix routine problems, and report bigger maintenance needs.
Do you qualify for NF-1?
With experience: This is an entry level job with no minimum experience required. Experience working in a bowling center or similar recreation facility is desired, along with basic knowledge of bowling operations and cash register use.
With education: Education cannot be used in place of experience for this job.
How to apply well
What to send:
- Resume showing your relevant experience (required)
- Cover letter, if you choose to include one
- DD-214 or Statement of Service if you claim veterans' preference
- Proof of marriage status if you claim military spouse preference
- Professional certification, if you have one and want it considered
How you will be rated: Your resume, supporting documents, and questionnaire answers are reviewed against the qualifications. If you overstate your experience, you may lose consideration for the job.
Tips for this job:
- Include any bowling center or recreation experience on your resume, since it is desired and will be compared with your questionnaire answers.
- Send proof of any preference you claim by 11:59 PM EST on 11/05/2026, or your application will be marked incomplete.
- Make sure you can get a REAL ID or another approved ID for base access before you apply.
Good to know before you apply
Schedule: Work hours vary based on the needs of the activity and may include days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and other non-traditional hours. The work schedule is intermittent.
Incentives and relocation: None stated. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed.
Conditions of employment:
- Shift work, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Must be a U.S. citizen or legal U.S. resident for at least 3 years
- Must live in or near the area named in the announcement
- Background investigation with favorable results
- Employment verification (E-Verify) check
- Probationary period may be required
- Selective Service registration for men born after 1959
- Direct deposit is required
- Must provide a REAL ID or other approved identity documents for base access
- Pre-employment requirements must be met before starting work
We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.
Job details
- Salary
- $15.00 per hour
- Pay scale and grade
- NF-1 · Nonappropriated fund
- Location
- Tyndall AFB, Florida
- Appointment
- Permanent
- Work schedule
- Intermittent
- Service
- Competitive
- Openings
- Few
- Security clearance
- Not Required
- Travel
- Not required
- Drug test
- Not required
- Supervisory
- No
- Occupation
- Recreation Aid And Assistant (0189)
- Announcement
- 26-7KFSWB605172
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