United Airlines | Flight Attendant

Position Overview

United Airlines is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as Flight Attendants. As the world's largest airline with an expansive global network, we are committed to providing industry-leading safety and service. This role offers the opportunity to travel the world, build lasting connections, and define the future of aviation. The application window for this position remains open until June 1, 2026.

Responsibilities and Proficiencies

• Safety First: Maintain the highest standards of safety and security at all times.
• Customer Service Excellence: Deliver exceptional service with a "people-first" demeanor, utilizing strong interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts with compassion and grace.
• Operational Flexibility: Available for 24/7 global assignments, including nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours. Must be prepared for reserve assignments and travel away from base for multiple days.
• Team Collaboration: Demonstrate a consistent track record of working effectively both independently and as part of a crew.
• Service Tasks: Serve and sell food and beverages, including alcohol, in a professional manner.
• Physical Demands: Ability to perform tasks such as standing, walking, bending, lifting, and pushing/pulling beverage carts (up to 250 lbs). Must pass a functional reach assessment (76-inch vertical and 43.5-inch horizontal).

Qualifications and Requirements

• Age: 21 years or older at the time of application.
• Education: High school graduate or GED; 2 or more years of college preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of one year of customer service experience in the service industry (e.g., retail, hospitality, food, education, aviation, or social service).
• Language Proficiency: Fluent in English (speak, read, write, understand). Must also be fluent in Hebrew.
• Documentation: Must possess a valid passport with at least 12 months of remaining validity and two consecutive blank pages.
• Legal Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and able to travel globally to all countries served by United without restrictions.
• Grooming and Appearance: Adherence to professional grooming standards regarding uniforms, hair, tattoos, and piercings. Tattoos are prohibited on the head, face, neck, hands, and fingers.
• Technology: Proficiency in operating electronic devices, including phones, tablets, and laptops.
• Compliance: Successful completion of background checks, fingerprinting, and DOT/FAA-mandated drug screens (including pre-employment and random testing).

Training and Onboarding

Selected candidates will undergo 6.5 weeks of Initial Training in Houston, TX. During this period, United provides a weekly stipend of $140, dual-occupancy hotel accommodations, and select meals. Upon successful completion of training and base orientation, candidates will be assigned to one of our seven hubs (Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Newark, San Francisco, or Washington Dulles).

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting hourly pay of $28.88, scaling up to $67.11/hour.
• Additional compensation for language skills, lead positions, and international trips.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and sick leave.
• Global travel privileges for employees, family, and friends.
• $1,000 bonus upon successful completion of training.

United Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category.