03 July 2025

United Airlines | Flight Attendant

United States

Flight Attendant

Overview

At United Airlines, achieving organizational goals is intrinsically linked to supporting employee success. The company fosters career growth, provides access to comprehensive health and wellness benefits, encourages the building of strong connections with teams and customers, and offers the opportunity to travel the globe utilizing an extensive route network. United invites individuals to contribute to shaping the future of aviation.

Description

United Airlines boasts a dedicated team of over 28,000 active Flight Attendants, serving as the frontline ambassadors for the world's largest airline with the most expansive and rapidly growing network. This role offers a distinctive opportunity to experience global travel as part of one's profession. The position is highly sought after and does not necessitate specialized schooling or a college degree, as comprehensive, industry-leading training is provided directly by United.

The Flight Attendant journey commences with 6.5 weeks of intensive Initial Training conducted in Houston, TX. Trainees receive thorough instruction on United’s rigorous safety protocols and elevated service standards. Upon successful completion of training, each individual is assigned a base location at one of United's seven major hubs, including Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Newark, San Francisco, or Washington Dulles, or another designated flight attendant base (please note that relocation funds are not provided). Following base orientation, trainees transition into full-time United employees. During the training period, United provides trainees with a weekly stipend of $140, dual occupancy hotel accommodations, breakfast, and either lunch or dinner, depending on the daily training schedule. Successful graduates of the training program are eligible for a $1,000 bonus.

Key Responsibilities & Proficiencies

Flight Attendants are vital Inflight Crew members responsible for maintaining the highest levels of safety and delivering exceptional customer service. Essential proficiencies include:

Compensation & Benefits

United Airlines provides employees with a competitive compensation package. The starting hourly flight pay is $28.88, with the top of the base scale reaching $67.11 per hour. Compensation increases are seniority-based. Additional pay is offered for language skills, holding lead positions, and operating international trips. This position is also eligible for bonus compensation, including profit sharing.

Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, accident and disability coverage, an Employee Assistance Program, commuter benefits, paid holidays, paid time off (vacation and sick time), and participation in a 401(k) retirement plan. Exceptional flight privileges allow employees, their family, and friends to fly globally on a stand-by basis, subject to the respective collective bargaining agreement. United is committed to inclusive uniform standards, enabling employees to feel welcome and express their authentic selves at work. Safety and cleanliness are core priorities for both employees and customers.

Qualifications & Requirements

Prospective Flight Attendant candidates must satisfy the following qualifications and requirements:

Onboarding and Training Expectations

Candidates selected for training should anticipate the following:

The application period for this position is scheduled to conclude on June 29, 2025.

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, and other protected status as required by applicable law. United Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from Minorities, Women, Veterans, Disabled individuals, and members of the LGBT community.

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