GoJet Airlines | Flight Attendant

Flight Attendant - Chicago, IL

GoJet Airlines is seeking friendly, professional, and enthusiastic individuals to join their team as a Flight Attendant, based in Chicago, IL. This is a full-time position, Requisition ID: 1013.

Does getting paid to travel sound appealing? GoJet Airlines Flight Attendants oversee safety and security from boarding to deplaning, while providing exceptional customer service and creating a memorable experience on a 50-passenger aircraft flying for United Express. As a Flight Attendant with GoJet, the individual will be the sole flight attendant on the CRJ-550 aircraft, which is revolutionizing regional flying. GoJet Airlines does not assign bases; the base applied for is the base assigned to the applicant.

Responsibilities:

• Set a high standard and provide remarkable in-flight service.
• Demonstrate excellent dependability and punctuality.
• Think independently while still being part of a collaborative team.
• Handle a wide variety of situations while in continuous contact with the public, both on and off the aircraft.
• Work independently and as part of a team without supervision.
• Ensure the safety and comfort of customers.
• Respond to a variety of emergency and non-emergency situations (training provided).
• Maintain a neat and orderly cabin environment.
• Follow applicable regulations and work rules.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Two years customer service experience preferred.
• Must be able to make announcements, give emergency orders, and communicate in the English language.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be in possession of a valid Passport, driver’s license or state ID, and Social Security card.
• Must possess the legal right to travel unrestricted to/from all states and countries (Canada).
• Must live within two hours of the domicile being applied to (100 miles).
• Travel documents must remain valid throughout all phases of training and employment.
• Must have the legal right to work in the United States.
• Able to attend up to 6 weeks of paid training in St. Louis, MO.
• Able to be on call and available to report for duty in assigned base (reserve duty). Reserve duty may continue for an undetermined number of years.
• Must adhere to uniform standards and guidelines and have a professional and conservative appearance. Tattoos and/or body piercings on the hands, face and neck or that are visible in business attire are not permitted without exception.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Some physical exertion required such as the ability to stand, walk, kneel, bend, squat, push-pull and lift heavy objects.
• Long periods of standing and speaking.
• Ability to work in small, confined spaces and deal with turbulence, dry air, and varying noise level from aircraft engines.
• Extensive travel, must be able to spend consecutive nights away from home and endure all climates.
• Alternative work schedules including holidays, evenings, and weekends.
• Skilled in handling difficult situations, problem-solving, complaint resolution, and conflict de-escalation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; provide friendly reception to all customers.
• Must be able to professionally represent the GoJet Airlines brand while in the Flight Attendant uniform.
• Direct engagement with customers through outstanding communication skills, public speaking, good judgment, and ability to resolve issues with understanding, compassion, and perseverance.

Salary and Benefits:

• $19.58/hour
• Minimum of 75 hours per month
• $2.00/hour per diem
• United Airlines flight benefits for eligible family members and friends
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability, life insurance, 401K
• Paid vacation after one year of service
• Uniform bank

Training:

Those selected for employment must successfully complete a company-paid training program at the Flight Attendant Training Center in Saint Louis, MO, as well as hands-on evaluation in the aircraft. Training is approximately five-six weeks in length (depending on class size). GoJet Flight Attendant candidates will be provided two complimentary training courses through the Inflight Institute. One short supplemental video course is mandatory prior to the interview, and a pre-course must be completed and have a score of 80% or higher in order to attend the in-person training course in St Louis. These modules assist future flight attendants to understand the journey they are about to partake in.