Housekeeping Attendant
Spend Your Summer at America’s Roller Coaster Capital
Imagine finishing your shift and walking straight onto one of the world’s most legendary roller coasters. That’s daily life at Cedar Point, a Six Flags Park in Sandusky, Ohio – a 364-acre amusement park on a peninsula stretching into Lake Erie, home to 17 roller coasters, a mile-long sandy beach, and over 150 years of thrill-seeking history.
We are hiring international university students for the Housekeeping Attendant position through the Work & Travel USA program. If you take pride in a job well done, enjoy staying active, and want to be part of one of the most iconic summer workplaces in the United States, this role is for you.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Housekeeping Attendant, you are essential to the guest experience. Millions of visitors arrive each season expecting clean, welcoming spaces – and you help deliver exactly that.
- Clean and prepare hotel guest rooms, resort accommodations, and public areas to Cedar Point standards
- Change bed linens, make beds, and restock towels and guest amenities
- Vacuum, dust, mop, sanitize bathrooms, and remove trash and recycling
- Maintain lobbies, hallways, elevators, and shared facilities throughout your shift
- Report maintenance issues, lost items, and safety concerns to your supervisor
- Keep housekeeping carts organized, stocked, and safely stored
- Greet guests warmly and answer basic questions about the park and resort
Position Details
- Employer: Cedar Point, a Six Flags Park
- Position: Housekeeping Attendant
- Location: Sandusky, Ohio
- Hourly Rate: $15.00 per hour
- Guaranteed Hours: 32 hours per week (additional hours often available during peak season)
- Season: Summer to Fall
- Tips: Not applicable for this position
Why Sandusky, Ohio?
Sandusky sits on the southern shore of Lake Erie, right in the heart of America’s Midwest – a region known for its friendly people, affordable living, and unbeatable summer atmosphere. Cedar Point Beach is a mile of soft sand perfect for sunsets after a shift. Nearby, you’ll find the Lake Erie Islands (Put-in-Bay is a favorite student getaway), waterparks, boardwalks, and lakefront restaurants.
Sandusky is also an excellent base for travel: Cleveland is about an hour away, Detroit and Columbus are within a few hours, and Chicago, Niagara Falls, and New York City are all reachable during your post-program travel month.
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive $15/hour pay with weekly paychecks
- Free or discounted admission to Cedar Point and Cedar Point Shores Waterpark
- Employee discounts on food, merchandise, and Six Flags parks nationwide
- On-site employee housing options available (subject to availability and cost)
- Exclusive employee events, ride nights, and team parties
- Dedicated international employee support staff and cultural exchange activities
- Real hospitality experience with a globally recognized entertainment brand
- Friendships with students from 40+ countries
What We’re Looking For
- University student aged 18–25 eligible for the J-1 Work & Travel USA visa
- Conversational English communication skills
- Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented
- Able to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 25 lbs / 11 kg throughout your shift
- Willing to work weekends, holidays, and flexible shifts (mornings, evenings)
- Positive attitude and a genuine desire to help guests
- Previous housekeeping or cleaning experience is a plus, but not required – full training provided
Ready to Apply?
Positions at Cedar Point fill quickly every season. Secure your spot now and turn your summer into an unforgettable American adventure – earning money, improving your English, and making memories on the shores of Lake Erie.
Apply today through your Work & Travel USA program agency.
About Ohio
Ohio's Sandusky is home to Cedar Point, one of the world's top roller-coaster parks on Lake Erie. Students find lots of work at the amusement park, resorts and restaurants in a fun, fast-paced setting.
