SkyWest Airlines, the largest independently owned regional airline, is seeking dedicated Flight Attendants for its operations in various crew domiciles across the United States. This role is integral to ensuring passenger safety and providing exceptional customer service while upholding the airline's commitment to operational excellence.
About the Role
The Flight Attendant is responsible for ensuring the safety and comfort of passengers during flight. Key duties include serving meals and beverages, assisting passengers with baggage, making announcements, and managing both routine and emergency situations effectively. This dynamic position offers the opportunity to travel extensively, meet new challenges, and embody the essence of SkyWest to customers.
Responsibilities
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Ensure the safety and comfort of customers onboard the aircraft.
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Contribute to a positive and productive work environment.
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Prepare, serve, and restock in-flight beverages, meals, and snacks, and manage onboard sales.
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Greet passengers, assist with carry-on baggage stowage, and deliver onboard announcements.
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Provide leadership and assistance in emergency and non-emergency situations.
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Calmly resolve passenger-related situations, including medical emergencies.
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Ensure compliance with safety regulations by inspecting and operating aircraft cabin components and emergency equipment.
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Adhere to established procedures and performance standards independently.
Requirements
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Must be at least 21 years of age.
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High school diploma or equivalency required.
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Possession of a current, valid U.S. or foreign passport book valid for at least 12 months following the application date, along with any necessary visas for travel between the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the Bahamas.
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Excellent English communication skills for providing safety information and writing detailed reports.
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Comfortable using electronic devices and PEDs for in-flight systems and duties.
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Willingness to work varied shifts up to 16 hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
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Ability to travel frequently and spend lengthy periods away from home.
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Must be reliable and punctual.
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Willingness to relocate to an assigned crew domicile upon completion of training.
Physical and Other Requirements
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Height between 5'0" and 6'0" without shoes, and weight that allows for safe aircraft operation, including fitting in the jump seat with a fastened harness and moving throughout the cabin.
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Physically able to perform tasks requiring frequent walking, bending, reaching, opening emergency exits and aircraft doors (up to 45 lbs), and pushing beverage carts (up to 250 lbs).
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Corrected vision not to exceed 20/40.
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Normal or corrected hearing range within 15-17kHZ.
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Professional, neat, and clean overall appearance.
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No extreme hairstyles or colors.
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Specific piercing guidelines apply: single stud nose piercing (2mm or smaller), up to two piercings per ear, and gauges must be plugged and not exceed ½”. Other facial piercings are not permitted.
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Visible tattoos are permitted with limitations on dimension and location; non-compliant tattoos must be covered by the uniform or skin-tone makeup. Offensive tattoos must not be visible.
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Must wear a company-issued uniform and compliant face mask/covering as required.