Republic Airways | Flight Attendant

Flight Attendant

As a Flight Attendant, the primary purpose is to ensure the safety and comfort of passengers throughout their journey, operating in strict accordance with all Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and Inflight guidelines. This vital role serves as the principal point of contact for passengers in the cabin, providing exceptional service and maintaining a secure and pleasant environment onboard.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Flight Attendant is responsible for a range of critical functions, including but not limited to:

• Performing all regulatory and assigned cabin duties with unwavering attention to guests, providing a safe and comfortable onboard experience.
• Maintaining thorough knowledge of and the ability to execute all emergency procedures and utilize all emergency equipment onboard the aircraft. This includes operating all emergency exits and aircraft equipment requiring necessary movements and force up to and including 70 pounds.
• Serving passengers food and beverages, a task that requires pushing and pulling moveable carts weighing in excess of 250 pounds.
• Assisting passengers with the stowage of carry-on baggage weighing up to and including 35 pounds.
• Ensuring the cabin environment remains neat and orderly throughout the flight.
• Contributing to reliable and on-time operations by collaborating effectively with other crewmembers to adhere to all report times, departure times, and minimum turn times.
• Conducting inflight sales and performing promotional duties as assigned.
• Providing support to other Customer Service staff as needed for passenger handling or other related duties.
• Maintaining reliable and prompt attendance in line with Company policies and procedures.
• Projecting a professional image in both conduct and appearance, strictly adhering to the Company uniform dress code and associate Rules of Conduct.
• Keeping current with all Inflight guides and manuals.
• Actively fostering the Company’s core values and culture within the work environment.
• Performing any additional duties as assigned or required to support the operation.

(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

To be successful in this role, the Flight Attendant must possess the following:

Education and Experience:

A high school diploma or GED is required, accompanied by at least two years of customer service experience. Candidates must be a minimum of 20 years of age by the date of the first interview. Additional years of customer service experience, particularly within an aviation environment, and previous Flight Attendant experience are highly preferred.

Interpersonal Skills:

Possesses polished interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and a strong customer-oriented mindset.

Adaptability:

Must be willing to work in a time-sensitive environment and effectively manage stress associated with meeting deadlines and handling unexpected changes. Capable of remaining calm, thinking clearly, and reacting quickly in all types of emergency situations including medical emergencies, aircraft decompression, emergency evacuations, fires, security threats, passenger disturbances, and turbulence.

Communication:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations. Able to effectively present information to and respond to questions from management, crew, passengers, and the general public. Must be able to speak and be clearly understood in English, including shouting verbal commands during emergency situations.

Physical Requirements:

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. Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods, sometimes during aircraft turbulence. Able to stoop, crouch, squat, climb, and kneel. Must be able to sit in the assigned jump seat with seatbelt and shoulder harness fastened without any modifications. Able to move about the aircraft and perform all required functions freely, effectively, and quickly within a confined environment. Capable of working extended duty periods on sequential days.

Vision and Hearing:

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.

Other Requirements:

Must be willing to serve alcoholic beverages, as well as handle and serve peanuts and meals containing shellfish/seafood, beef, and pork. Must be able to work with animals and around other allergens and products. Candidates must adhere to the Flight Attendant Style Guide/Dress Code, which prohibits tattoos on the head, face, neck (including behind the ear), chest, hands, or fingers. Visible tattoos on arms, wrists, legs, ankles, and feet are permitted if less than 2” x 3.25”; otherwise, they must be fully covered by an approved method. Must have a wingspan of approximately 55 inches or greater to reach and safely operate all necessary equipment. Must have the ability to sit in the Flight Attendant jump seat with seatbelt and shoulder harness fastened without an extender or modification (lap belt approx. 50 inches, shoulder harness approx. 40 inches when fastened). Multiple visible piercings while in uniform are not permitted.

Work Environment:

The Flight Attendant will operate within a dynamic work environment, characterized by:

• Working in a culturally diverse atmosphere and professionally interacting with passengers and crew, often under stressful conditions.
• Accommodating customers’ special needs and disabilities.
• Working extended periods and varied schedules, including early mornings, nights, overnights, weekends, and holidays.

Travel:

Frequent travel is required, up to 100% of the time, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overnights. Willingness to relocate based on the Company’s operational needs may be necessary.

About Republic Airways:

Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Republic Airways stands as one of the largest regional airlines in North America. Operating a modern fleet of 200+ Embraer 170/175 aircraft, Republic provides scheduled passenger service with approximately 900 daily flights to over 80 cities across the U.S. and Canada. With 50 years of leading innovation and operational excellence, Republic Airways owes its success to the dedicated work of over 6,000 Associates. This is a period of significant growth and untapped potential in the aviation industry, offering exciting opportunities across all roles, from corporate positions to the flight deck. At Republic Airways, opportunities are truly elevated. The company is built on a culture of trust, respect, care, and fun, believing that its people and their passion are its defining strength. Republic Airways is committed to encouraging, supporting, and investing in its Associates both professionally and personally, living by its Vision, Mission, Culture Statement, and Guiding Principles every day.

Republic Airways is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. 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. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities and veterans.