SkyWest Airlines | Flight Attendant

Flight Attendant Career Opportunity - SkyWest Airlines

SkyWest Airlines, the largest independently owned regional airline, is seeking dedicated and professional individuals to join its team. SkyWest is committed to operational excellence, safety, and providing an exceptional customer experience. Employees benefit from a culture of teamwork and professionalism, along with a comprehensive benefits package including a 401(k) match, performance rewards, health care, retirement options, and extensive travel privileges.

Primary Job Duties

The primary responsibility of a Flight Attendant is to ensure the safety and comfort of passengers while upholding high service standards. Key duties include:

• Ensuring passenger safety and comfort throughout the flight.
• Maintaining a positive and productive work environment.
• Preparing and serving in-flight beverages, meals, and snacks, and managing onboard sales.
• Greeting passengers, assisting with carry-on baggage, and delivering safety announcements.
• Providing leadership during emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Resolving passenger-related issues, including medical emergencies and disorderly conduct.
• Inspecting and operating safety and emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers, oxygen systems, and escape slides.
• Adhering to all established safety regulations and performance standards independently.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Possession of a current, valid U.S. or foreign passport book (valid for at least 12 months from the application date) and necessary visas for travel between the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and the Bahamas.
• Excellent English communication skills, including the ability to write clear, factual reports.
• Proficiency with electronic devices and Personal Electronic Devices (PEDs).
• Flexibility to work varied shifts up to 16 hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to travel frequently and work independently.
• Reliability, punctuality, and willingness to relocate to assigned crew domiciles (Atlanta, GA; Austin, TX; Boise, ID; Chicago, IL; Colorado Springs, CO; Dallas/Fort Worth, TX; Denver, CO; Detroit, MI; Fresno, CA; Houston, TX; Los Angeles, CA; Milwaukee, WI; Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN; Palm Springs, CA; Phoenix, AZ; Portland, OR; Salt Lake City, UT; San Diego, CA; San Francisco, CA; Seattle, WA; Tucson, AZ).

Physical and Professional Requirements

• Height must be between 5'0" and 6'0" (without shoes) to safely operate aircraft components and utilize jump seats.
• Physical ability to walk frequently, bend, reach above shoulder level, open emergency exits, close aircraft doors (up to 45 lbs), and maneuver beverage carts (up to 250 lbs).
• Corrected vision must not exceed 20/40; hearing must be within 15-17kHZ range.
• Professional appearance standards apply, including specific guidelines for hair, tattoos, and piercings.
• Requirement to wear a company-issued uniform and face coverings as directed.

Compensation and Benefits

After successful completion of Initial New Hire training, Flight Attendants receive a guarantee of 76 flight hours. The starting rate is $30.32 per flight hour. Additionally, employees receive $2.25 per diem for every hour on duty away from their assigned domicile.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SkyWest is committed to a working environment of mutual respect, providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, national ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, religion, medical condition, disability, pregnancy, age, or military status.