Flight Attendant
SkyWest Airlines is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join its team as Flight Attendants. As the largest independently owned regional airline, SkyWest prides itself on its commitment to on-time performance, operational safety, and exceptional customer service. The successful candidate will be an integral part of a dynamic team of professionals who share a passion for the travel industry and a desire to create memorable experiences for passengers.
The primary responsibility of the Flight Attendant is to ensure the safety and comfort of passengers onboard the aircraft. This includes providing exceptional customer service, serving meals and beverages, and attending to passenger needs. The role offers a unique opportunity to travel, meet new people, and embrace new challenges every day.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure the safety and comfort of customers onboard the aircraft.
- Contribute to a positive and productive work environment with colleagues and customers.
- Prepare, serve, and restock in-flight beverages, meals, and snacks efficiently. Sell onboard liquor and food.
- Greet passengers, assist with carry-on baggage stowage, and deliver onboard announcements.
- Provide effective leadership, direction, and assistance in emergency and non-emergency situations.
- Calmly resolve passenger situations during flight, including managing disorderly passengers and medical emergencies.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations by inspecting and safely operating aircraft cabin components, systems, and emergency equipment.
- Adhere to established procedures and performance standards independently.
Minimum Requirements:
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Possession of a current, valid U.S. or foreign passport valid for at least 12 months following the application date, along with any necessary visas.
- Excellent English communication skills.
- Comfortable using basic functions of electronic devices.
- Willingness to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, up to 16 hours.
- Ability to travel frequently and spend extended periods of time alone.
- Must be reliable and punctual.
- Willingness to relocate to one of the following crew domiciles after successful completion of SkyWest InFlight Training: Atlanta, GA; Boise, ID; Chicago, IL; Colorado Springs, CO; Dallas/Fort Worth, TX; Denver, CO; Detroit, MI; Fresno, CA; Houston, TX; Los Angeles, CA; Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN; Palm Springs, CA; Phoenix, AZ; Portland, OR; Salt Lake City, UT; San Diego, CA; San Francisco, CA; Seattle, WA; or Tucson, AZ.
Physical and Other Requirements:
- Height between 5'0" and 6'0" without shoes.
- Weight must allow for safe operation of the aircraft.
- Ability to perform tasks requiring frequent walking, bending, and reaching. Ability to open emergency exits, close aircraft doors (up to 45 pounds), push/pull beverage carts (up to 250 pounds), and lift/transport items.
- Corrected vision should not exceed 20/40.
- Normal or corrected hearing range within 15-17kHz.
- Professional, neat, and clean appearance.
- Adherence to company uniform and appearance standards, including limitations on hairstyles, colors, piercings, and visible tattoos.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Starting pay is $28.86 per flight hour, with a base compensation of $2,193.36 gross per month (based on a guarantee of 76 flight hours).
- $2.25 per diem for every hour on duty away from domicile.
- World-class benefits package including 401(k) match, performance rewards, health care, retirement, and extensive travel benefits.
After successfully completing initial training, new hire flight attendants are guaranteed 76 flight hours as a reserve.
To be considered for this exceptional opportunity, candidates must complete an online application.