United Airlines Flight Attendant - Connecting People, Uniting the World

United Airlines, the largest airline in aviation history, is seeking passionate individuals to join our Inflight team. As an industry leader in employee engagement, customer service, environmental sustainability, and diversity, equity, and inclusion, we offer a rewarding career with unparalleled opportunities for growth.

Become a United Flight Attendant and:

Experience the World: Travel the globe with United, bringing your loved ones along.
Enjoy Competitive Compensation: Starting hourly pay of $28.88/hour with a top-of-base scale of $67.11/hour, plus seniority-based pay increases and additional compensation for language skills, lead positions, and international trips.
Benefit from Comprehensive Packages: Enjoy 401(k), health/dental/vision insurance, an Employee Assistance Plan, and paid time off for sick leave and vacation.
Receive Exceptional Training: Begin with a 6.5-week training program in Houston, TX, where you will learn United's safety and customer service standards. Upon successful completion, you will be assigned to one of our seven hubs or other flight attendant base locations. United provides a $140/week per diem, along with accommodations, breakfast, and lunch during training.

As a United Flight Attendant, you will:

Prioritize Safety: Ensure the highest levels of safety for all passengers.
Embrace a People-First Demeanor: Provide exceptional customer service with optimism and positivity. Possess outstanding interpersonal skills, good judgment, and the ability to resolve issues with understanding, compassion, and grace.
Demonstrate Flexibility: Be available for global assignments 24/7, including nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours. You will fulfill reserve assignments on short notice and be away from your base for extended periods. Dependability and timeliness are critical to success.
Be a Team Player: Possess a consistent track record of working independently and as part of a team.
Turn Dreams into Reality: Experience the thrill of exploring new cultures, crafting memorable experiences for every customer, and creating a positive atmosphere for every flight.

Qualifications:

At least 21 years of age at the time of application.
High school graduate or GED; two or more years of college preferred.
At least one year of customer service experience in the service industry (retail, hospitality, food, teaching/education, aviation, social service).
Ability to speak in a clear, concise, and organized manner, loudly enough to be heard in an emergency.
Fluency in English (speaking, reading, writing, and understanding).
Ability to hear all types and ranges of sound.
Fluency in Dutch (speaking and reading).
Effective communication skills in high-stress situations, such as aircraft evacuation, security threats, delays, medical emergencies, severe weather conditions, and turbulence.
Professional appearance, excellent grooming standards, and willingness to follow uniform, hair, tattoo, and piercing guidelines.
Tattoos are NOT permitted on the head, hands, or neck (including behind the ear). Visible tattoos on arms, wrists, legs, and feet must be no larger than a credit card and not offensive (violent, obscene, sexual, racist, or containing objectionable content).
Decorative covers, adornments, or jewelry on teeth or in the mouth are not permitted.
Proficiency in operating electronic devices (phones, tablets, laptops) for required tasks.
Possession of a valid passport with 18 months of remaining validity.
Ability to travel to and from all countries served by United without restrictions.
Ability to stand, walk, kneel, bend, stoop, stretch, reach, lift heavy objects (luggage), and push and pull beverage carts (up to 250 lbs.).
Successful completion of a functional reach assessment with a combined 76-inch vertical and 43.5-inch horizontal reach (simultaneous), without shoes.
Ability to sit in an assigned jump seat with seatbelt and shoulder harness fastened.
Willingness to serve and/or sell food and beverages (including alcohol) in a diligent and professional manner.
Legal authorization to work in the United States.
Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekdays, weekends, holidays, and nights.

Onboarding and Training:

Successful completion of an evacuation drill in the water (pool) during training.
Pre-employment DOT drug screen, comprehensive background checks, fingerprinting, and vision/hearing tests.
Successful completion of DOT/FAA pre-employment and randomized drug screens (medical and recreational marijuana are prohibited).
Passing a 10-year background check, including criminal background history (must not prohibit travel to or from any destination served by United).

Benefits:

Competitive compensation package including competitive pay, exceptional benefits, and travel privileges.
Additional compensation for language skills, lead positions, and international trips.
Competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), vacation, and sick time.
Flight privileges for you, your family, and your friends on standby flights.
Inclusive uniform standards that allow employees to celebrate their individuality.
Emphasis on safety and cleanliness for both employees and customers.
$140/week stipend, accommodations, and two meals per day during training.
$1,000 bonus upon successful completion of training.

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Job Posting End Date: October 31, 2024

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