United Airlines | Flight Attendant

Overview

United Airlines invites ambitious individuals to embark on a fulfilling career path. This role offers unparalleled opportunities for personal and professional growth, access to comprehensive health and wellness benefits, the chance to forge lasting connections with colleagues and customers, and the extraordinary privilege of global travel through United's extensive route network. Join United to contribute to shaping the future of air travel.

Job Description

United Airlines is currently seeking dedicated individuals to join its team of over 28,000 active flight attendants. As the world's largest airline with an expanding network, United offers a unique opportunity to explore the globe while professionally serving its passengers. Comprehensive training is provided, eliminating the need for prior specialized schooling or a college degree.

The journey begins with United's industry-leading Flight Attendant Initial Training, a 6.5-week immersive program in Houston, TX, focused on safety and service standards. Upon successful completion, trainees are assigned to one of seven major hubs: Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Newark, San Francisco, or Washington Dulles, or other designated flight attendant bases. Relocation assistance is not provided. Trainees receive a weekly stipend of $140, along with dual-occupancy hotel accommodations and meals during the training period.

Key Responsibilities and Expectations:

• Safety First: Uphold the highest standards of aviation safety.
• Customer Focus: Demonstrate a people-first demeanor, adept at managing diverse customer interactions with optimism, exceptional interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and compassionate problem-solving. Cultivate customer loyalty through exemplary service and represent United with pride.
• Flexibility: Adapt to a 24/7 global operation, including nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours. Be prepared for reserve assignments on short notice and extended periods away from base. Dependability and punctuality are paramount for operational success.
• Team Collaboration: Exhibit a consistent ability to work effectively both independently and as an integral part of a team.
• Global Exploration: Seize the opportunity to travel the world, engage with diverse cultures, and create memorable experiences for every passenger.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Starting hourly pay of $28.88, with the potential to reach $67.11 per hour based on seniority.
• Additional compensation is available for language proficiency, lead positions, and international travel.
• Comprehensive benefits package includes 401(k), health, dental, and vision insurance, employee assistance programs, and paid time off for sick and vacation days.
• Extensive travel privileges for employees, family, and friends on a stand-by basis.
• Eligibility for bonus programs, including profit sharing.

Job Posting End Date: November 19, 2025.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of application.
• High school graduate or GED required; two or more years of college education is preferred.
• Minimum of one year of customer service experience in a service-oriented industry (e.g., retail, hospitality, food service, education, aviation, social services).
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and audibly, especially in emergency situations.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken. Proficiency in a second language is highly desirable.
• Fluency in languages such as Arabic, Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin), Dutch, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, or Tagalog is a significant asset.
• Ability to perceive all types and ranges of sound.
• Capability to communicate effectively during high-stress situations, including aircraft evacuations, security threats, medical emergencies, and severe weather.
• Professional appearance and adherence to grooming standards, including uniform, hair, tattoo, and piercing guidelines. Tattoos are not permitted on the head, hands, fingers, or neck. Visible tattoos on arms, wrists, legs, and feet must be discreet and not offensive. Decorative dental or oral adornments are prohibited.
• Proficiency in using electronic devices (smartphones, tablets, laptops) for job-related tasks.
• Must possess a valid U.S. passport book or a foreign passport book with applicable visas, valid for at least 18 months beyond the application date, allowing unrestricted global travel. Immediate possession of a passport is required; application or renewal in progress is insufficient.
• Ability to travel to and from all countries served by United without restriction. Applicants are responsible for verifying travel eligibility.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, kneel, bend, stoop, stretch, reach, lift heavy objects (up to overhead bins), and push/pull beverage carts (up to 250 lbs.).
• Must successfully pass a functional reach assessment: a combined 76-inch vertical and 43.5-inch horizontal reach and hold (simultaneous), while barefoot.
• Ability to sit in an assigned jump seat with seatbelt and shoulder harness fastened.
• Willingness and ability to serve and/or sell food and beverages, including alcohol, professionally.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Availability for a flexible schedule supporting United's 24/7 operations, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays, with potential reserve duties.

Onboarding and Training Requirements:

• Successful completion of an in-water (pool) 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. Marijuana (medical or recreational) is prohibited due to the safety-sensitive nature of the role.
• Must pass a 10-year background check, ensuring no impediments to global travel (e.g., DWI/DUI convictions within the last 10 years may affect entry into certain countries like Canada without specific permits).
• Meet FAA and United Airlines' hearing and vision requirements (specifics provided).

Additional Information:

• A $1,000 bonus is awarded upon successful completion of training.
• United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process.