Train Fireman at Cedar Point
Job Description
$19/hr
Ages 18+
At Cedar Point, work is FUN! Working as a Train Fireman means you'll play an essential role in providing guests a memorable visit. You'll also
- Fire and Lubricate Steam Locomotive
- Clean and polish locomotive
- Fill and lift coal tenders
- Chop Wood
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:
- Previous Locomotive/Railroad Experience welcome, but not necessary.
- Ability to climb a ladder.
- Ability to lift 50lbs.
- Ability to withstand working in high heat environment around fire and smoke.
- Availability to include some weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
$40k is below typical pay for Firefighters nationally
Senior roles pay 75% more than entry—experience is well rewarded.
You may have room to negotiate or find better offers elsewhere.
Balanced market
Standard dynamics. Preparation and demonstrated value matter most.
Where to negotiate
Likely Possible Unlikely
Does this path compound?
Limited new roles, but specialists earn significantly more.
Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.