Questions about applying for jobs @ CP:

Sorry if I am repeating any Q's, but I searched the forum and didn't see anything that really helped, so here goes nothing, excuse the length:

1: When is the best time to send in applications? I wouldn't be able to start until June (I dont graduate until June here in Hawaii), so would I still send my app. in earlier as if I were to start work in April? Also, when and how often should I call back to check on the processing of my application?

2: Can you request where to work? If yes, how would you do that. I know on the app. it asks for preffered choices but if I wanted to work at Cedar Downs how would I request that?

3: What tips can you give that can help better my chances of getting selected to work at CP?

4: If I get selected, what do I need to bring with me? Also, what does CP give to me in regards of uniforms, name tags, things like that?

Sorry if it's long but I need to plan ahead for next summer! It's crappy living in Hawaii and being far away from heaven on earth. Thanks for any help anyone can give out!!

Mahalo, Ikaika

Aloha,

I recently applied this year to work at the point and unfortunately I didn't get picked. I think it was due to the fact that i applied so late (two weeks before the park opened). So I suggest that you apply as early as you can! One thing that will help you get a contract is to have as long of a contract as possible they want people who can work a majority of the summer.

After you submit your application call about a week or two later to see if they got it and ask for a phone interview. Im sure at that point you can request your location.

When you arrive to process in you get your name badge, 2 uniforms, and room key. Depending on your department you may also get stuff like training manuals. Sutff you need to bring are some clothes of course and anything you think you'll need over the couse of a few months. As for processing you need documents such as driver's license, soc. sec. card, and/or birth certificate to prove identity.


Hope i helped ya. As you can tell i was really dissappointed when I didnt get picked, but theres next year and i plan to apply as soon as next years info comes out.



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Adventuredome Ride Op 2000 - present
Future CP Ride op?

1. Applications for next season won't be available until December/January, but send it in as soon as possible. Starting in June isn't unusual, but it will help if your contract is as long as possible - the longer you can work (until August, September, whatever) the more likely it is that you will be hired. Applications will be available by visiting the official website (there will be a request form) or calling 1-800-668-JOBS. From Hawaii, I'd wait 3-4 weeks before calling in, since it will certainly take longer for them to receive your application.

2. Yes, when you interview over the phone you'll be able to request a location, and they really do try to grant that, since they want to make sure that you'll accept the job! If you were requesting Raptor or MF or some other very popular location, it would be more difficult (they'll give those to employees with experience first), but it's always worth a shot since not everyone returns from year to year.

3. To be selected: Have your employment dates as long as possible, and be sure to indicate on the job application (there will be spaces to do this) that you will accept any job in given departments. That shows that you're willing to accept things other than your first choice, because you really want to work there. And call and talk to them (frequently if necessary!) to demonstrate your seriousness and interest - especially from Hawaii, you want to be sure that they know you're able to travel the distance and so forth.

4. CP will give you uniforms and you don't even have to launder them, just exchange them for the identical size, no problem there. They will also provide your nametag/ID badge, which is your key to everything! As for what to bring with you, when you receive a contract you'll get a suggestion sheet with tips on it, but don't forget your birth certificate/social security card and identification like that so that you can process in, an alarm clock is a must, you may want to bring your own sheets since what they provide may not fit all that well, a couple changes of clothes but not too much since you'll be working a lot, etc.

Most of all, have fun! :)

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PO!NT OF VIEW - A Different Look at Roller Coasters
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Thanks for the help!! Now all I have to do is wait, which will be hard. Haven't been off this rock to CP since '98 (or anywhere else for that matter) :(. Hope my dream comes true, and thanks for the tips!

You're very welcome, Ikaika, and good luck! :)

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PO!NT OF VIEW - A Different Look at Roller Coasters
http://www.crosswinds.net/~justmayntz/thrills/

Don't want to start a new thread to ask this so here goes:

What major airport is closest to Sandusky? And what way of transportation is the fastest from said airport to Cedar Point?

What is the usual cost for medical assistance? e.g. Checkup or prescription for medication, something like that?

And what banks are close by? I need somewhere to put the money I earn, heh.

Thanks, just trying to plan everything out! Mahalo for all the tip I can get!

Ikaika *** This post was edited by Ikaika on 7/23/2001. ***

The closest major airport is in Cleveland.... and you can take a Greyhound from the airport or a taxi depending on how much you want to pay!!!

Medical assistance is typically free if you see the employee clinic doctor.... they can prescribe you things.... they are at the point for a limited time... not sure of the cost of the medicine I guess it depends on what you need.... hopefully you have some kind of insurance that covers you in Ohio for like Co-pay!

The company uses 5/3rd bank for employees that are seasonal for direct deposit..... you can use them or another bank if you don't want to get direct deposit such as National City or Key Bank.
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The medication that you can get from the CP Medical/Employee clinic is dirt cheap. I went with a bad cold/bronchitis type deal, and the doctor gave me Sudafed - like 10 pills for $1.20 or something ridiculous like that. I'm not sure how they would handle prescription meds, however, if you were in need of those.

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PO!NT OF VIEW - A Different Look at Roller Coasters
http://www.crosswinds.net/~justmayntz/thrills/

So is there a Greyhound station at the Cleveland airport or would I need to shuttle somewhere else in the city? It's only $12 from Cleveland to Sandusky, and I don't want to think how much a cab would cost! If anyone has directions, thank you!

Mahalo, Ikaika

Yep...ill be 14 soon so next year i can wash your towels!!! you dont know how long ive waited!

Not to get off topic, but is Ikaika a popular name in Hawaii? I just freaked out when I saw that name. I instantly though of a little reality-based TV show called Making the Band.

Ikaika was from Hawaii...

I guess Ikaika is farily popular, heh. It's actually my nickname, but I do know about 4 others named Ikaika :).