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Ride Operator at Cedar Point

Cedar Point Amherst, OH $15+/hour

Job Description

Overview:

$15/hour

Ages 16+

At Cedar Point, work is FUN! Working as a Ride Operator means you'll ensure a safe and efficient operation of rides, while maintaining focus on the ride area and guests. You'll also

  • Obtain an International Ride Operator Certification (iROC).
  • Verify riders are properly seated and safety restraints are secure before every ride cycle.
  • Operate ride control systems which may vary in terms of complexity.
  • Memorize and deliver scripted safety announcements over a microphone.
  • Have other opportunities to learn and expand your knowledge.

Some of our amazing perks and benefits:

  • Paid training and FREE uniforms!
  • FREE Admission to Cedar Point and our other properties!
  • FREE tickets and discounts to local attractions!
  • FREE tickets for family and friends!
  • 20% discounts on food and merchandise!
  • Employee-only ride nights, game nights, and FREE FOOD events!

Responsibilities:

Come join our world class team at Cedar Point! Cedar Point provides premiere entertainment with 200+ acres of FUN and we want YOU to join us in making people happy! As a member of our team, you'll

  • Make our guests happy by delivering amazing experiences and helping them create lifelong memories.
  • Interact with different people of all ages and backgrounds.
  • Gain skills, knowledge and experience that will benefit your future.

Qualifications:
  • You!
  • People who love helping others and will support the needs of our guests and associates.
  • Good judgement and a commitment to safety.
  • Ability to work and interact with people from diverse backgrounds.
  • Individuals with a passion and excitement about Cedar Point.
  • Availabilty to include some weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.

$31k is right at market for Amusement and Recreation Attendants nationally

National salary averages
$31k
Entry
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$22k Market range (10th-90th percentile) $40k

Hot hiring, constrained wages

Employers are hiring actively, but pay hasn't caught up with demand. Focus on competing offers and non-salary benefits.

Hiring leverage
Candidate-favored
Wage leverage âš  Disconnect
Constrained
Mobility
Good mobility
Durability
Somewhat fragile

Who this leverage applies to

Stronger for: Senior candidates with options
Weaker for: Entry-level candidates, Career switchers

Where to negotiate

Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO

Likely Possible Unlikely

Watch out for

Wage disconnect: Hiring is active but pay hasn't responded—negotiate on other terms.

Use competing offers and timing to your advantage.

Does this path compound?

Job Growth →
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀 Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️ Plateau
Limited growth
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
Stable but flat

Steady work, but limited growth in both jobs and pay.

+3%
10yr growth
102,400 openings projected annually—mostly replacing retirees and turnover.
Typical: No formal educational credential

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024