United Airlines | Flight Attendant

United Airlines Flight Attendant - Embark on a Global Career

Overview

United Airlines invites ambitious individuals to advance their careers by joining its world-class team. This role offers exceptional growth opportunities, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, the chance to forge lasting connections with colleagues and customers, and the unparalleled advantage of traveling the globe via United's extensive route network.

United is shaping the future of air travel and seeks passionate individuals to be a part of this exciting journey. The opportunity exists to define tomorrow, together.

Job Description

Flight Attendant

United Airlines currently employs over 28,000 active flight attendants, operating as the world's largest airline with an expansive and rapidly growing network. This coveted position offers the unique privilege of experiencing the world while working. United provides comprehensive training, eliminating the need for prior specialized schooling or a college degree.

The United Flight Attendant journey commences with industry-leading training. A rigorous 6.5-week Initial Training program in Houston, TX, focuses on United's stringent safety and service standards. 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 flight attendant base locations. Relocation assistance is not provided. Following base orientation, new hires are officially welcomed as full-time United employees.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Starting hourly flight pay of $28.88, with potential to reach $67.11 per hour based on seniority.
• Additional compensation opportunities for language skills, leadership roles, and international assignments.
• Travel Privileges: Extensive flight benefits for employees, their families, and friends across the United global network.
• Outstanding Benefits Package: Includes 401(k) retirement plan, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, and paid time off for sick leave and vacation.
• During training, a stipend of $140 per week is provided, along with dual-occupancy hotel accommodations and daily meals (breakfast and either lunch or dinner).
• A $1,000 bonus is awarded upon successful completion of training.

Key In-Flight Crew Member Proficiencies:

• Safety First: A commitment to upholding the highest safety standards.
• People-First Demeanor: Adaptability and responsiveness in diverse customer-facing situations. A proactive approach to service, characterized by optimism and positivity. Exceptional interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and the ability to resolve issues with understanding, compassion, and grace to foster customer loyalty and represent United with distinction.
• Flexibility: Ability to undertake global assignments 24/7, including nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours, in support of United's comprehensive route network. This includes fulfilling reserve assignments on short notice and extended periods away from base. Dependability and punctuality are critical for operational success and customer satisfaction.
• Team Player: Proven ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Inspiring Experiences: A passion for creating memorable experiences for every customer, contributing to their travel dreams and exploring new cultures.

Job Posting End Date: November 19, 2025

Qualifications and Requirements

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following qualifications:

• Minimum age of 21 years at the time of application.
• High school diploma or GED required; two or more years of college education preferred.
• At least one year of customer service experience in the service industry (e.g., retail, hospitality, food service, education, aviation, social services).
• Clear, concise, and organized verbal communication skills, with the ability to speak loudly enough to be heard in emergency situations.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken. Proficiency in a second language is highly desirable.
• Second language fluency in languages such as Arabic, Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin), Dutch, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, and Tagalog is a significant asset.
• Ability to hear all types and ranges of sound.
• Effective communication skills in high-stress scenarios, including aircraft evacuation, security threats, delays, medical emergencies, severe weather, and turbulence.
• Professional appearance, impeccable grooming standards, and adherence to uniform, hair, tattoo, and piercing guidelines.
• Tattoo Policy: Tattoos are not permitted on the head, hands, fingers, or neck. Visible tattoos on arms, wrists, legs, and feet are permitted, provided they are not larger than a credit card/employee badge (3.5 inches long x 2.24 inches wide) and are not offensive in nature (violent, obscene, sexual, racist, or containing objectionable content or imagery including weapons). Tattoos exceeding these dimensions or in prohibited areas must be covered by standard uniform pieces.
• Decorative covers, adornments, or jewelry on teeth or in the mouth are prohibited.
• Proficiency in operating electronic devices (smartphones, tablets, laptops) for task completion.
• Must possess a valid U.S. passport book or foreign passport book with at least 18 months of validity remaining at the time of application. Holding a recently applied-for passport is not sufficient; a passport must be in possession prior to starting training.
• Eligibility to travel globally without restrictions to all countries served by United.
• Ability to stand, walk, kneel, bend, stoop, stretch, reach, lift heavy objects (up to overhead bins or assisting with window exits), and push/pull a beverage cart (up to 250 lbs.).
• Successful completion of a functional reach assessment (76-inch vertical and 43.5-inch horizontal reach and hold simultaneously, without shoes) to operate necessary equipment.
• 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.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule, supporting United's 24/7 operations, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

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, including criminal history, ensuring no travel restrictions to any United destinations. For instance, Canada has strict inadmissibility laws regarding DWI/DUI offenses; applicants with such convictions within the last 10 years may require a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) to travel to Canada for work.
• Must meet Federal Aviation Administration and United Airlines hearing and vision requirements, including specific audiometric standards and corrected vision of 20/40 or better for both near and far sight.

What You Receive for Delivering Your Best

United Airlines offers a rewarding career package:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
• Additional compensation for language skills, lead positions, and international trips.
• Robust benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident and disability insurance, an employee assistance program, commuter benefits, paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan.
• Extensive flight privileges for employees, their family, and friends on a standby basis.
• Inclusive uniform standards designed to allow employees to express their authentic selves at work.
• A strong emphasis on safety and cleanliness for both employees and customers.

For more information on the flight attendant position and the hiring process, please refer to United Airlines Flight Attendant Information.

The starting hourly rate for this position is $28.88.

This role is eligible for bonus opportunities, including profit sharing.

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. United Airlines 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 characteristics as mandated by applicable law. United Airlines is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to ensure full participation in the job application and interview process, and to perform essential job functions.