United Airlines | Flight Attendant

Flight Attendant Opportunity with United Airlines

United Airlines seeks dedicated individuals to join its esteemed team as Flight Attendants. This role offers a unique opportunity to explore the world while providing exceptional service to United's global customer base. The airline is experiencing significant growth, presenting a dynamic environment for career advancement. United provides comprehensive training, ensuring all crew members are equipped with the highest safety and service standards. Flight Attendant positions do not require specialized schooling or a college degree; all necessary training is provided by United.

Your Journey Begins Here

The United Flight Attendant journey commences with an industry-leading, 6.5-week initial training program in Houston, TX. This immersive training covers United's stringent safety and service protocols. Upon successful completion, trainees are assigned to one of United's seven major hubs: Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Newark, San Francisco, or Washington Dulles, or other designated bases. While relocation funds are not provided, United offers a stipend of $140 per week during training, including dual-occupancy hotel accommodations and daily meals. Upon concluding training and base orientation, successful candidates are welcomed as full-time United employees.

Key Responsibilities and Expectations

• Safety First: Upholding the highest standards of safety and security for all passengers and crew.
• Exceptional Customer Service: Demonstrating a people-first demeanor, adapting to diverse customer interactions with optimism and professionalism. Possessing strong interpersonal skills to build rapport, resolve issues with empathy, and foster customer loyalty.
• Global Flexibility: Availability for 24/7 global assignments, including nights, weekends, and holidays, often requiring short-notice reserve duty and extended periods away from base.
• Team Collaboration: Working effectively both independently and as an integral part of the flight crew.
• Embrace New Cultures: Contributing to memorable customer experiences by exploring new cultures and destinations.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Minimum of 21 years of age at the time of application.
• High school graduate or GED required; 2+ years of college experience is preferred.
• At least one year of customer service experience in sectors such as retail, hospitality, food service, education, aviation, or social services.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, capable of speaking loudly enough to be heard in emergency situations.
• Fluent in English, with the ability to read, write, and understand the language.
• Proficiency in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding Dutch.
• Ability to perceive all types and ranges of sound.
• Effective communication skills during high-stress situations, including evacuations, security threats, medical emergencies, and severe weather.
• Professional appearance and grooming that adheres to United's uniform, hair, tattoo, and piercing guidelines. Visible tattoos are permitted on arms, wrists, legs, and feet, provided they are not larger than a credit card (3.5” x 2.24”) and are free of offensive imagery. Tattoos on the head, neck, or hands are not permitted.
• No decorative covers, adornments, or jewelry on teeth or in the mouth.
• Proficiency in operating electronic devices for task completion.
• Must possess a valid U.S. passport book or foreign equivalent with at least 18 months of remaining validity at the time of application, enabling unrestricted global travel.
• Ability to travel to and from all countries served by United without restriction.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including standing, walking, kneeling, bending, reaching, lifting up to overhead bin capacity, and pushing/pulling a beverage cart up to 250 lbs.
• Successful completion of a functional reach assessment.
• Ability to sit in an assigned jump seat with a fastened seatbelt and shoulder harness.
• Willingness to serve and sell food and beverages, including alcohol, in a professional manner.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule, supporting United's 24/7 operation.

Onboarding and Training Requirements

• Successful completion of a water evacuation drill 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; 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 (e.g., DWI/DUI convictions may impact entry to certain countries like Canada).
• Meet Federal Aviation Administration and United Airlines hearing and vision requirements, including specific audiometric and visual acuity standards.

What You Receive

• Competitive hourly pay starting at $28.88, with potential to reach $67.11 based on seniority.
• Additional compensation for language skills, lead positions, and international trips.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), paid time off (sick and vacation), life insurance, accident & disability coverage, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Extensive flight privileges for employees, family, and friends on a standby basis.
• Opportunities for profit sharing.
• United offers inclusive uniform standards that welcome individuality.
• A commitment to safety and cleanliness throughout the travel experience.
• During training: $140 weekly stipend, accommodations, and two meals per day.
• A $1,000 bonus upon successful completion of training.

Equal Opportunity Employer

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process.