United Airlines | Flight Attendant

United Airlines is seeking dedicated and customer-focused individuals to join its award-winning team as a Flight Attendant. Based initially in Houston, TX for comprehensive training, successful candidates will then be assigned to one of United's major hub locations, serving a vast global network and delivering exceptional inflight experiences as a valued Inflight Crew member.

About the Role

• Commence an exciting career with 6.5 weeks of industry-leading Flight Attendant (FA) training in Houston, TX, covering safety and service standards.
• Receive a $140 weekly stipend, dual-occupancy hotel accommodations, and two meals daily during training. A $1,000 bonus is awarded upon successful completion.
• Assigned to a United hub city or base following training; relocation funds are not provided.
• Demonstrate a "People-First" demeanor, ensuring safety and providing compassionate service to a diverse customer base.
• Exhibit exceptional flexibility, available 24/7 for global assignments including nights, weekends, and holidays; prepared for short-notice reserve assignments.
• Uphold dependability, timeliness, and a strong team-player ethos.
• Enjoy competitive compensation, including industry-leading pay (starting $38.21/hour), a 401(k), health/dental/vision insurance, paid time off, and extensive travel privileges.
• Benefit from additional compensation for language skills, lead positions, and international trips.

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years of age at the time of application.
• High school graduate or GED; two or more years of college preferred.
• At least one year of customer service experience in a service industry.
• Current physical possession of a valid U.S. or foreign passport (12 months validity, two blank pages) for global travel eligibility.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Willingness to complete pre-employment DOT drug screen, background checks, fingerprinting, vision, and hearing tests. Medical/recreational marijuana use is prohibited.
• Ability to pass a 10-year criminal background check, ensuring unrestricted international travel eligibility.
• Willingness and ability to work a flexible 24/7 schedule, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

• Ability to speak clearly and loudly for emergencies; fluent in spoken, written, and understood English.
• Fluency in spoken and written French.
• Ability to hear all types/ranges of sound and communicate effectively in high-stress situations.
• Maintain professional appearance and grooming standards. Tattoos: not permitted on head, hands, fingers, or neck; other visible tattoos credit card size or smaller, or covered, and not offensive. No decorative dental/mouth jewelry.
• Proficiency in operating electronic devices.
• Ability to travel globally without restrictions as a working crew member.
• Physical capacity to stand, walk, kneel, bend, stoop, stretch, reach, lift heavy objects, and push/pull beverage carts (up to 250 lbs.).
• Ability to pass a functional reach assessment (combined 76-inch vertical and 43.5-inch horizontal reach, without shoes) for equipment operation.
• Ability to sit in an assigned jump seat.
• Successful completion of an evacuation drill in water during training.
• Meet FAA and United Airlines hearing and vision requirements.