About the Role
Solairus Aviation seeks a Full-Time Flight Attendant for a Gulfstream GV operation based in Austin, Texas (KAUS). This position is responsible for providing exceptional personal services to ensure the safety and comfort of aircraft passengers during flight, including greeting passengers, explaining safety equipment, and serving food and beverages. The ideal candidate is a flexible team player with a passion for food and culinary experience, capable of delivering superior, round-the-clock service.
Responsibilities
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Provide a high level of service to clients, ensuring the safety and comfort of all passengers during flights.
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Direct and assist passengers in emergencies.
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Administer basic first aid, including CPR, AED, and first aid, to passengers in distress.
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Secure the cabin in compliance with federal regulations before take-off and landing.
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Reassure passengers during turbulence or other unsettling situations.
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Conduct preflight briefings.
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Ensure that food, beverages, blankets, reading materials, emergency equipment, and other supplies are on board and sufficient for the trip and number of passengers.
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Shop for items specially requested by passengers for their flight.
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Inspect, clean, and stock the cabin, galley, lavatories, and flight deck after each leg. Ensure the aircraft is always prepared for flight, cleaned, and stocked.
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Conduct periodic cabin checks to ensure passenger comfort and cleanliness.
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Complete preflight, in-flight, and post-flight paperwork.
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Operate audio and video systems.
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Operate all features of the Cabin Management Systems.
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Operate all galley equipment.
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Operate all cabin features, to include berthing seats and configuring the divan into a bed.
Requirements
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5+ years of experience as a Corporate Flight Attendant.
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Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations.
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First Aid Training Certification.
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Technologically savvy.
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Flexibility and patience.
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Culinary skills and culinary specific training.
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Able to manage a constantly changing schedule and late night flights.
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Available to fly on short notice (2-3 hour response if on Standby).
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Unrestricted ability to travel worldwide (consider health and visa status).
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Able to deploy for up to 16 consecutive days.
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Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
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High level of attention to detail.
Qualifications
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Flight attendant-specific training from FlightSafety, FACTs, or similar preferred; annual recurrent training required.
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Candidates without formal flight attendant training may be considered based on other qualifications but must attend initial flight attendant training before flight assignment.
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Preference given to candidates who have completed FlightSafety, FACTs, or similar training within the past 12 months.
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College degree preferred.
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Ability to speak one or more foreign languages fluently preferred.
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Experience with small children preferred.
Physical Demands
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Vision must be correctable to 20/20 or better.
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Must be able to read reports, charts, manage post-flight paperwork, and use a computer, smartphone, and/or iPad device.
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Must be able to speak clearly.
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Must have adequate hearing to communicate effectively over the phone and in person.
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Must be physically capable and strong enough to walk and stand without assistance.
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Must be able to stand for up to 14 hours with limited ability to sit.
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Must be able to work long hours in various climates.
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Must be able to kneel in the luggage compartment to load trip supplies and luggage.
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Must maneuver in tight confinements within the aircraft.
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Must be able to push open/pull closed the main cabin door, which weighs up to 130 pounds.
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Must be able to write, type, use a computer and a phone, and prepare/cook and serve food and beverages.
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Must be able to lift supplies weighing approximately 25 to 30 pounds, from floor level to waist high repeatedly.