Flight Attendant
Overview
Republic Airways seeks a dedicated and customer-oriented individual to join its team as a Flight Attendant. In this role, the incumbent will prioritize passenger safety and comfort while adhering to all Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and company inflight guidelines.
Essential Duties
The Flight Attendant will:
- Perform all mandated and assigned cabin duties, maintaining constant attention to guest needs while providing a safe and comfortable onboard experience.
- Possess a comprehensive understanding of all emergency procedures and the proper operation of onboard emergency equipment. This includes the ability to operate all emergency exits and aircraft equipment, requiring the exertion of up to 70 pounds of force.
- Provide food and beverage services to passengers, which involves pushing and pulling moveable carts exceeding 250 pounds in weight.
- Assist passengers in stowing carry-on baggage weighing up to 35 pounds.
- Maintain a neat and orderly cabin environment.
- Contribute to a reliable and on-time operation by collaborating with crew members to meet all reporting, departure, and turnaround time requirements.
- Perform inflight sales and promotional duties as assigned.
- Assist other Customer Service personnel as needed with passenger handling or other duties.
- Maintain consistent and punctual attendance in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
- Present a professional image in both conduct and appearance, adhering to the Company's uniform dress code.
- Comply with the Associate Rules of Conduct as outlined in all applicable manuals.
- Maintain current knowledge of Inflight guides and manuals.
- Promote and uphold the Company's core values and culture throughout the work environment.
- Perform additional duties as assigned or required.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Education and/or Experience:
- High school diploma or GED, with a minimum of two years of customer service experience.
- Must be at least 20 years of age by the date of the first interview.
- Preferred Education and/or Experience:
- Additional years of customer service experience, preferably in an aviation environment.
- Previous Flight Attendant experience.
Other Requirements
- Possess polished interpersonal skills, demonstrating a positive attitude and a customer-oriented mindset.
- Must be willing to serve alcoholic beverages.
- Must be able to serve and handle peanuts, meals containing shellfish/seafood, beef, and pork.
- Able to work with animals and around other allergens and products.
- Pursuant to Republic's Flight Attendant Style Guide, tattoos are NOT permitted on the head, face, neck (including behind the ear), chest, hands, or fingers. Visible tattoos are permitted on the arms, wrist, legs, ankles, and feet if less than 2" x 3.25"; otherwise, they must be fully covered by a listed, approved tattoo coverage method.
- Must have a wingspan of approximately 55 inches or greater to reach and safely operate all necessary equipment on the aircraft.
- For safety reasons, must be able to sit in the Flight Attendant jump seat with the seatbelt and shoulder harness fastened without an extender or other modification that may compromise the integrity of the harness. For reference purposes only: The lap belt measurement is 50 inches when fastened, and the shoulder harness measurement is 40 inches when fastened.
- Must not have multiple piercings visible while in uniform.
Language Skills
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations.
- Able to effectively present information and respond to inquiries from management, crew, passengers, and the general public.
- Able to speak and be understood in English, including shouted verbal commands during emergency situations.
Reasoning/Problem Solving Ability
- Must be willing to work in a time-sensitive environment and effectively manage stress associated with meeting deadlines and responding to unexpected changes.
- Capable of interpreting a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Must be able to remain calm, think, and react quickly in all types of emergency situations, including but not limited to: medical emergencies, aircraft decompression, emergency evacuations, fires, security threats, passenger disturbances, turbulence, etc.
Decision Making
- Makes day-to-day decisions to support operational efficiency. Decisions often require some thought and are somewhat structured.
- Able to process information quickly and react positively during unexpected and/or serious situations.
- Capable of controlling personal and emotional responses and acting appropriately under high levels of stress.
Physical Demands
- Must possess the physical strength to reach and operate all emergency equipment and exits using necessary movements and force up to and including 70 pounds.
- Capable of lifting objects above shoulders up to and including 35 pounds.
- Able to push and pull moveable carts weighing in excess of 250 pounds.
- Able to walk and stand for extended periods, sometimes with aircraft turbulence.
- Must be able to stoop, crouch, squat, climb, and kneel.
- Able to see clearly at 20 feet or more with corrective lenses or contacts.
- Able to clearly hear verbal communications in person and over airplane communication systems with ambient aircraft and passenger noise.
- Must be able to sit in the assigned jump seat with the seatbelt and shoulder harness fastened without any modifications.
- Must be able to move about the aircraft and perform all required functions freely, effectively, and quickly in a confined environment.
- Able to work extended duty periods on sequential days.
Work Environment
- Able and willing to work in a culturally diverse atmosphere and professionally interact with passengers and crew under stressful conditions.
- The ability to accommodate customers' special needs/disabilities.
- Willing and able to work for extended periods of time as well as a varied schedule, including early mornings, nights, overnights, and weekends.
Travel Requirements
- Travel up to 100% of the time, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overnight stays. Willing to relocate based on the Company's operational needs.
Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability and Veteran Accommodations
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
About Republic Airways
Republic Airways, founded in 1974 and headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, is one of the largest regional airlines in North America. With a fleet of over 200 Embraer 170/175 aircraft, Republic operates over 900 daily flights to 80+ cities in the U.S. and Canada, offering fixed-fee flights under the brands of American Eagle, Delta Connection, and United Express.
Republic Airways prioritizes community engagement, both locally and globally. Join the Republic Airways team and experience opportunities for growth, professional advancement, and the chance to be part of something bigger than yourself.