United Airlines | C208 Flight Attendant

Career Opportunities at United Airlines

United Airlines offers unparalleled opportunities for career growth and personal development. The airline supports employees in achieving their professional goals, providing access to top-tier health and wellness benefits, fostering strong connections with colleagues and customers, and enabling global exploration through an extensive route network. United invites ambitious individuals to join its team and contribute to defining the future of air travel.

Flight Attendant Role Overview

United Airlines, the world's largest airline with an expanding global presence, seeks dedicated individuals to join its team of over 28,000 flight attendants. This highly sought-after position offers the unique advantage of worldwide travel without requiring specialized schooling or a college degree. United provides comprehensive, industry-leading training for all new flight attendants.

The journey begins with a rigorous 6.5-week Initial Training program in Houston, Texas, focusing on United's stringent safety and service standards. Upon successful completion, trainees are assigned to one of United's seven hub locations: Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Newark, San Francisco, or Washington Dulles. Relocation assistance is not provided. Following base orientation, successful candidates become full-time United employees. During training, a stipend of $140 per week is provided, along with dual-occupancy hotel accommodations and two daily meals.

Key Responsibilities and Expectations:

• Safety First: Upholding the highest standards of aviation safety.
• Exceptional Customer Service: Exhibiting a "people-first" demeanor, adapting to diverse customer interactions, and resolving issues with understanding and grace to foster customer loyalty.
• Global Flexibility: Availability for 24/7 global assignments, including nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours, often involving short-notice reserve assignments and extended periods away from base.
• Dependability: Demonstrating punctuality and reliability critical for operational success and meeting customer expectations.
• Teamwork: Collaborating effectively as part of a team while also demonstrating the ability to work independently.
• Enriching Experiences: Contributing to memorable customer experiences through service excellence and a passion for travel and cultural exploration.

The job posting end date is December 31, 2025.

Qualifications and Requirements

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following qualifications:

• Be at least 21 years of age at the time of application.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED; two or more years of college education is preferred.
• Have a minimum of one year of customer service experience in sectors such as retail, hospitality, food service, education, aviation, or social services.
• Communicate clearly, concisely, and audibly, especially in emergency situations.
• Demonstrate fluent English proficiency (speaking, reading, writing, and understanding).
• Possess fluent German language skills.
• Have the ability to hear all types and ranges of sound.
• Effectively communicate during high-stress situations, including aircraft evacuations, security threats, delays, medical emergencies, severe weather, and turbulence.
• Maintain a professional appearance and adhere to grooming standards, including uniform, hair, tattoo, and piercing guidelines. Tattoos are restricted on the head, hands, and neck; visible tattoos on arms, wrists, legs, and feet must not exceed credit card size and must not be offensive. Decorative oral jewelry is prohibited.
• Proficiently operate electronic devices for task completion.
• Possess a valid passport with at least 18 months of remaining validity prior to expiration at the time of application. Current physical possession of a valid U.S. or foreign passport book with applicable visas and unrestricted global travel eligibility is mandatory. Applications for or renewals of passports are not sufficient.
• Be eligible to travel globally to all countries served by United without restriction.
• Be able to stand, walk, kneel, bend, stoop, stretch, reach, lift heavy objects (up to overhead bins or exit windows), and push/pull beverage carts up to 250 lbs.
• Successfully complete a functional reach assessment (76-inch vertical, 43.5-inch horizontal reach and hold without shoes).
• Be able to sit in an assigned jump seat with a fastened seatbelt and shoulder harness.
• Willingness to serve and sell food and beverages, including alcohol, professionally.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule supporting United's 24/7 operations, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

Onboarding and Training

Candidates can expect the following during onboarding and training:

• Successful completion of a water evacuation drill (pool).
• Willingness to undergo pre-employment DOT drug screening, comprehensive background checks, fingerprinting, and vision/hearing tests.
• Ability to pass DOT/FAA pre-employment and randomized drug screens. Medical and recreational marijuana use is prohibited due to the safety-sensitive nature of the role.
• Successful completion of a 10-year background check, ensuring no travel restrictions to any United destinations. Specific regulations, such as Canada's DWI/DUI inadmissibility, must be adhered to.
• Meet Federal Aviation Administration and United Airlines hearing and vision requirements, including specific decibel loss averages and corrected visual acuity of 20/40 or better.

Compensation and Benefits

United Airlines offers a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits for its Flight Attendants:

• Competitive starting hourly pay of $28.88, with potential to reach $67.11 at the top of the base scale.
• Seniority-based pay increases, with additional compensation for language skills, lead positions, and international travel.
• Eligibility for bonuses and profit sharing.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, accident, and disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Commuter benefits, paid holidays, and paid time off (vacation and sick leave).
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Extensive flight privileges for employees, family, and friends on a standby basis.
• Inclusive uniform standards designed to celebrate individuality.
• Commitment to safety and cleanliness in the travel experience.
• During training: a $140/week stipend, accommodations, and two meals per day.
• A $1,000 bonus upon successful training graduation.

Equal Employment Opportunity

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. The company recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes individuals without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status as required by applicable law. United Airlines is committed to ensuring individuals with disabilities receive reasonable accommodation throughout the application and interview process.