How long does it take to hear back on your app.? Should I call?

Hi all,

I put in an application about 2 and a half weeks ago. I still have not heard from anyone and when I check the status on JobNet it says it is still being reviewed...How long does it take to hear back and is it too soon to call and check on it?

Josh

Ride On!

08- Arcade Mechanic

Re: How long does it take to hear back on your app.? Should I call?

It can sometimes take several weeks to hear back. What department did you apply to? How long has it had your application as under review?

Re: How long does it take to hear back on your app.? Should I call?

I applied for arcade mechanic and ride and attraction mechanic. It said it has been under review for maybe a week and a half or so..

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08- Arcade Mechanic

Re: How long does it take to hear back on your app.? Should I call?

Ride mechanics are very hard to get into, I am not familiar with the arcade mechanics. I know the ride mechanics are usually there almost year around and are part of a union. You have to have prior experience I believe.

CJ
08 ATL Mine Ride
07-Maverick, Mine Ride, Antique Cars, and everywhere else in zone 4

Re: How long does it take to hear back on your app.? Should I call?

You'd probably have a good chance of getting into arcade mechanics. I would wait a little bit and then maybe call.

2008--Games Office Clerk & Intern
2007--Office Clerk (Games)

Re: How long does it take to hear back on your app.? Should I call?

good arcade mechanic is my top desired position. I have 15 classic arcade games in my personal game room which I have repaired and I have worked at an arcade before.

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08- Arcade Mechanic

Re: How long does it take to hear back on your app.? Should I call?

I remember last year they were somewhat understaffed for arcade mechanics, or they didn't have very reliable people. Something like that. If you call make sure to ask for the games office and then they'll transfer you to the arcade shop. As an arcade mechanic you'll also be responsible for fixing outside games when something goes wrong with them.

2008--Games Office Clerk & Intern
2007--Office Clerk (Games)

Re: How long does it take to hear back on your app.? Should I call?

sweet I can do that. Thanks for the pointers. Im pretty good with anything mechanical so I think i should be a pretty good canidate.

Josh

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08- Arcade Mechanic

Re: How long does it take to hear back on your app.? Should I call?

Well Josh, if you become a ride mechanic, get used to Mine ride, Dragster, and maverick. They have the most calls in the park.

CJ
08 ATL Mine Ride
07-Maverick, Mine Ride, Antique Cars, and everywhere else in zone 4

Re: How long does it take to hear back on your app.? Should I call?

Yeah i figured that. I know Top Thrill Dragster and Maverick have issues and I know what most of them are, but what the heck goes wrong with Mine Ride? Its not that complex of a ride system is it?

Josh

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08- Arcade Mechanic

Re: How long does it take to hear back on your app.? Should I call?

Why not call? Shows initiative. I did it my first season, and ended up immediatly interviewing with Steve.

You could always be calling to "check the status of your application", thereby showing interest in the job.

'08 Planet Snoopy ATL
'07 Raptor ATL
'06 Wicked Twister/SkyRide

'04 Six Flags Over Texas - Rides Lead

Re: How long does it take to hear back on your app.? Should I call?

CJ said:
Well Josh, if you become a ride mechanic, get used to Mine ride, Dragster, and maverick. They have the most calls in the park.

I can think of another ride that would fit in that list.

2007 - Wicked Twister (Maverick, Disaster Transport)
2008 - Wicked Twister

Re: How long does it take to hear back on your app.? Should I call?

kirk06 said:

CJ said:
Well Josh, if you become a ride mechanic, get used to Mine ride, Dragster, and maverick. They have the most calls in the park.

I can think of another ride that would fit in that list.

Haha, as can I. I don't think you can really narrow it down to "get used to these three, they have the most calls", as you don't really know. It can change daily as to what ride is going to be calling "the most". All rides have mechanical problems, it's just a matter of when they occur.

2008-Planet Snoopy TL
2007-WildCat TL
2006-WildCat ATL

Re: How long does it take to hear back on your app.? Should I call?

So I called Thursday, and of course neither of the hiring managers were in that day So the person that I spoke to on the phone took my name and number and said they would let them know I called...

I'm really crossing my fingers for a phone call monday or tuesday. JobNet still says my application is still being reviewed.....

Josh

Ride On!

08- Arcade Mechanic

Re: How long does it take to hear back on your app.? Should I call?

Best of Luck!

Keep on it.

'08 Planet Snoopy ATL
'07 Raptor ATL
'06 Wicked Twister/SkyRide

'04 Six Flags Over Texas - Rides Lead

Re: How long does it take to hear back on your app.? Should I call?

ok i have another question. I logged into JobNet today and my status has changed it now says:

Your application is now in our general application base and available for review by all operating departments within Cedar Point.

What does that mean? Anyone know?

Josh

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08- Arcade Mechanic

Re: How long does it take to hear back on your app.? Should I call?

JoshBrown said:
ok i have another question. I logged into JobNet today and my status has changed it now says:

Your application is now in our general application base and available for review by all operating departments within Cedar Point.

What does that mean? Anyone know?

Josh

I'm guessing this means that the hiring managers for your first three choices are finished looking over your application and now it is available for review by all the hiring managers. I believe the message before that said something about the application being reviewed by the hiring managers of your preferred job choices. Doesn't necessarily mean you won't get your preferred job, of course.

Good Luck!

2008: Hotel Breakers Registration Clerk

Re: How long does it take to hear back on your app.? Should I call?

Your application automatically gets moved to the general pool after 2 to 3 weeks.

Re: How long does it take to hear back on your app.? Should I call?

Sweet.

I think I'm in. Clyde mentioned that I would be coming down April 30th and starting May first.

He did not give a definate "yes, you are hired" though.. But he did say something about filling out a background check, etc. Jobnet just says my status is being updated. Check back later.

Josh

Ride On!

08- Arcade Mechanic

Re: How long does it take to hear back on your app.? Should I call?

kirk06 said:

CJ said:
Well Josh, if you become a ride mechanic, get used to Mine ride, Dragster, and maverick. They have the most calls in the park.

I can think of another ride that would fit in that list.

I think I have you both beat.

2003 - Mantis
2005 - Mantis
2006 - ATL Demon Drop
2008 - TL Demon Drop