Also called: Counter and Rental Clerk, Rental Car Agent
Helps customers rent cars, tools, equipment or tuxedos and checks items in and out.
You check in a family's rental car at the airport, explain insurance options to the next customer and inspect a returned car for scratches.
BLS May 2025: median $41,300.
High school diploma, about 0 years after high school. High school diploma; trained on the job.
Ways in: On-the-job training. Training cost: Get paid while you train.
Growing about average (about 3% over 10 years). BLS projects 3% growth (2024-34).
Medium risk in 5 years, high in 10. Kiosks, apps and keyless pickup now handle many rentals, so fewer counter agents; damage checks and problems stay human.
Age 18+. One way to start: Apply at car, truck or equipment rental counters
Classes: Computer applications, Spanish or another world language.
Official data: O*NET occupation 41-2021.
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