Horizon Air Flight Attendant
Horizon Air is seeking a dedicated and safety-conscious Flight Attendant to provide exceptional service and ensure passenger safety on regional flights throughout the West, representing Alaska Airlines. As the face of Horizon Air, the Flight Attendant will act as a gracious host, possessing in-depth knowledge of inflight service duties and safety procedures. They will maintain a positive and approachable demeanor to create a welcoming environment for both guests and fellow employees, contributing to an airline that people love. This is a union represented position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensuring full compliance with all safety regulations.
- Verifying all safety equipment on the aircraft is in working order.
- Greeting passengers, assisting with seating assignments, carry-on baggage stowage, and ensuring security.
- Clearly explaining and demonstrating the use of safety equipment and emergency procedures.
- Preparing and serving meals and beverages, including alcohol.
- Effectively marketing onboard products and processing sales using a mobile device.
- Calmly resolving passenger situations during flight, including medical emergencies.
- Answering questions regarding flight operations and offering destination information.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of 2 years of customer or community service experience is required.
- Uncompromising dedication to safety is essential.
- Candidate's body size cannot exceed specific aircraft dimensions (jump seat, harness without modification, cabin aisle and emergency exits).
- Ability to meet the company's grooming, uniform, and appearance standards is required.
- Ability to demonstrate the physical ability to perform the duties of a flight attendant is essential.
- Ability to relocate to any of the following flight attendant bases is required: Seattle, WA; Portland, OR; Medford, OR; Boise, ID; Spokane, WA; Anchorage, AK; Everett, WA.
- Willingness to serve alcohol.
- Basic computer literacy and comfort with technology are required.
- Flexibility to work varied schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays, is essential.
- Ability and willingness to travel extensively is required.
- Must possess adaptability to perform a variety of duties and perform effectively under stress.
- Able to attend 4 weeks of paid training in Portland, OR.
- Must possess and/or obtain a current passport with unlimited access in and out of the United States. Employees with non-U.S. passports also will need any appropriate travel documentation. Must be able to fly unrestricted in and out of Canada.
- Ability to communicate in English is essential.
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Minimum age of 21 years old.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Additional Information:
- Training will be held in Portland, OR, and consists of four (4) weeks of paid training.
- Flight attendant base assignments are determined during training based on business needs. There is no guarantee of placement at a specific base. Therefore, candidates must be prepared and willing to relocate to any assigned base.
- Tattoo Policy: No visible tattoos on face, front of neck, or chest. One tattoo the size of a quarter or smaller allowed per hand. Tattoos in other areas cannot be larger than a credit card or offensive. Employees can have one tattoo per arm/leg/foot/back of neck/behind each ear. Tattoos on the back of neck and behind the ears are only permitted if they’re not visible when looking directly at a person. Tattoos may only be covered with a uniform piece or approved jewelry/watch (covering with makeup is not allowed).
Benefits:
- First year step rate: $20.55 (per contract).
- Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines & Horizon Air.
- Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Generous 401k match program.
- Quarterly and annual bonus plans.
- Generous holiday and paid time off.
Starting rate: USD $0.00/Hr.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employment Type: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Apply by 7:00 PM Pacific Time on 2/20/2025
Job Locations: USA-OR-Portland | USA-AK-Anchorage