Join United Airlines as a Flight Attendant and Connect the World

United Airlines, the largest airline in aviation history, invites individuals with a passion for service and a desire to travel the world to join its esteemed Inflight team. As a Flight Attendant, you will play a vital role in connecting people and uniting the world, contributing to United's commitment to industry leadership in employee engagement, customer service, environmental sustainability, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities:

Safety First: Uphold the highest safety standards for all passengers and crew members.
People-First Demeanor: Cultivate a welcoming and empathetic approach, adeptly handling diverse customer interactions with professionalism and grace. Exemplify United's commitment to outstanding customer service, fostering loyalty through exceptional care.
Flexibility: Embrace a dynamic work environment, accommodating global assignments around the clock, including nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours. Demonstrate dependability and timeliness, fulfilling reserve assignments on short notice and adapting to a schedule that prioritizes meeting customer expectations.
Team Player: Collaborate effectively within a team environment while also demonstrating strong independent work capabilities.
Dream Realization: Experience the thrill of international travel, exploring new cultures and creating memorable experiences for each passenger on every flight.

Qualifications:

Minimum age of 21 years at the time of application.
High school diploma or GED, with two years of college preferred.
At least one year of proven customer service experience in a service industry setting (e.g., retail, hospitality, food service, teaching, aviation, social service).
Excellent verbal communication skills, capable of speaking clearly, concisely, and loudly in emergency situations.
Fluency in English, both spoken and written.
Ability to hear all types and ranges of sound.
Fluency in the Dutch language, both spoken and read.
Adept at communicating effectively during high-stress situations, including aircraft evacuations, security threats, delays, medical emergencies, severe weather, and turbulence.
Professional appearance, adhering to rigorous grooming standards and uniform, hair, tattoo, and piercing guidelines.
Tattoos are permitted on arms, wrists, legs, and feet provided they are no larger than a credit card and are not offensive in nature. Tattoos are strictly prohibited on the head, hands, neck, or behind the ear.
Decorative covers, adornments, or jewelry on teeth or in the mouth are not permitted.
Proficient in operating electronic devices (phones, tablets, laptops) for task completion.
Possession of a valid passport with at least 18 months of remaining validity prior to application.
Ability to travel freely to and from all countries serviced by United Airlines.
Physical ability to stand, walk, kneel, bend, stoop, stretch, reach, lift heavy objects (e.g., luggage), push and pull beverage carts (up to 250 lbs), and pass a functional reach assessment.
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 professional manner.
Legal authorization to work in the United States.
Flexibility to work a varied schedule in support of United's 24/7 operation, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

Onboarding and Training:

Successful completion of a 6.5-week training program in Houston, TX, covering United safety and customer service standards.
Demonstration of proficiency in an evacuation drill in a water environment (pool) during training.
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.
Completion of a 10-year background check, including criminal background history.

Compensation and Benefits:

Competitive hourly pay, ranging from $28.88/hour to a top base scale of $67.11/hour, with seniority-based pay increases and additional compensation for language skills, lead positions, and international trips.
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), vacation, and sick time.
Travel privileges for employees, family, and friends, allowing access to stand-by flights worldwide.
Inclusive uniform standards, promoting employee individuality and self-expression.
A $140/week per diem during training, along with accommodations and two meals per day. Successful training graduates receive a $1,000 bonus.

Next Steps:

Interested candidates are encouraged to review the official United Airlines Flight Attendant Job Description for a comprehensive overview of qualifications and requirements. The application deadline is October 31, 2024.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

United Airlines is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, valuing the contributions of all individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or veteran status.

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