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, United offers a career path defined by industry-leading pay, travel privileges, and comprehensive health and wellness benefits. Candidates will play a vital role in maintaining safety standards while delivering exceptional service to passengers across the globe.
Key Responsibilities
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Safety and Compliance:
Prioritize the safety of all passengers, maintain regulatory standards, and demonstrate the ability to handle high-stress situations such as security threats, medical emergencies, and evacuations.
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Customer Service:
Utilize interpersonal skills to resolve passenger issues with compassion and grace, fostering customer loyalty through a "people-first" approach.
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Operational Flexibility:
Maintain availability for 24/7 global assignments, including weekends, holidays, and nights. Candidates must be prepared for short-notice reserve assignments and extended periods away from their home base.
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Team Collaboration:
Demonstrate the ability to work effectively both independently and as a cohesive member of an inflight crew.
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Professional Representation:
Adhere to professional grooming and uniform standards while representing the United brand.
Requirements and Qualifications
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Minimum age of 21 at the time of application.
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High school diploma or GED required; two or more years of college preferred.
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At least one year of customer service experience in industries such as retail, hospitality, education, or aviation.
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Fluency in English (speak, read, write, and understand). Proficiency in a second language is highly desirable.
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Possession of a valid passport book with at least 12 months of remaining validity and two consecutive blank pages.
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Legal authorization to work in the United States and eligibility to travel globally without restrictions.
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Ability to pass a 10-year background check, including criminal history.
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Ability to pass DOT/FAA pre-employment and randomized drug screenings (marijuana is prohibited).
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Physical requirements: Ability to stand, walk, lift, reach, and maneuver equipment (including a 250 lb. beverage cart).
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Functional Reach Assessment: Must be able to demonstrate a combined 76-inch vertical and 43.5-inch horizontal reach (unsupported).
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Visual and hearing acuity must meet FAA/United standards.
Training and Onboarding
Successful candidates will undergo 6.5 weeks of intensive training in Houston, TX. During this period, United provides a $140 weekly stipend, dual-occupancy hotel accommodations, and daily meals. Graduates will receive a $1,000 bonus upon successful completion of the program and base orientation.
Compensation and Benefits
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Starting hourly flight pay of $37.10, with progression to $100.13 by 2030.
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Additional compensation for language skills, lead positions, and international assignments.
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Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.
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Global flight privileges for employees and their families.
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Free uniforms and luggage.
Application Deadline:
June 12, 2026.
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 under applicable law.