SANDUSKY, OH - Cedar Point is looking to hire 5,000 "Thrillermakers" to spend the summer at the amusement park.

This will be Cedar Point's 149th season when it opens on May 5, 2018. There are two upcoming job fairs taking place at Castaway Bay, located at 2001 Cleveland Road in Sandusky, OH. The first will be Thursday, March 22 from 4pm - 7pm. The second is on Sunday, April 8 from 2pm - 5pm.

The 5,000 available summer positions and internships are in numerous departments, including ride operations, food and beverage, guest services, accommodations, games, merchandise, maintenance, office and clerical, parking, security and more. Compensation ranges from $9.25 - $12.50 per hour.

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"Hiring managers from all departments will be on hand to answer questions, conduct interviews and extend job offers," said Tony Clark, Cedar Point communications director.

Candidates should first apply online at CedarPoint.com/jobs and then attend one of the job fairs.

Cedar Point says its employees also receive these perks: