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Alaska Air Group

Flies passengers and cargo through airline brands

Flight Attendant

Full-TimeDeadline 10/31/26
$20.66+ Annual bonus
Mid
Las Vegas, NV, USA+6 moreMore locations: Boise, ID, USA | Everett, WA, USA | Spokane, WA, USA | Portland, OR, USA | Anchorage, AK, USA | SeaTac, WA, USA
RemoteMust be able to relocate to any flight attendant base and attend four weeks of paid training in Portland, Oregon.
Food Service & HospitalityDining, Bar & Counter Service
No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • A minimum of 2 years of customer or community service experience.
  • Demonstrate uncompromising dedication to safety.
  • Body size must fit the aircraft's specified dimensions, including the jump seat, harness without modification, cabin aisle, and emergency exits.
  • Meet the company's grooming, uniform, and appearance standards.
  • Demonstrate the physical ability to perform flight attendant duties.
  • Be able and willing to relocate to any flight attendant base: Seattle, Washington; Portland, Oregon; Medford, Oregon; Boise, Idaho; Spokane, Washington; Anchorage, Alaska; or Everett, Washington.
  • Be willing to serve alcohol.
  • Have basic computer literacy and comfort with technology.
  • Be flexible to work varied schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Be able and willing to travel extensively.
  • Demonstrate adaptability to perform a variety of duties and perform effectively under stress.
  • Attend four weeks of paid training in Portland, Oregon.
  • Possess or obtain a current passport with unlimited access in and out of the United States; employees with non-U.S. passports must also have appropriate travel documentation and be able to fly unrestricted in and out of Canada.
  • Communicate in English.
  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Be at least 21 years old.
  • Be authorized to work in the United States.
Responsibilities
  • Comply with all safety regulations.
  • Ensure all safety equipment on the aircraft is in working order.
  • Greet passengers and assist with seating assignments, carry-on baggage stowage, and security.
  • Explain and demonstrate the use of safety equipment and emergency procedures on both aircraft.
  • Prepare and serve meals and beverages, including alcohol.
  • Market onboard products, such as meals and inflight movies, and process sales using a mobile device.
  • Calmly resolve passenger situations during flight, including medical emergencies.
  • Answer questions regarding flight operations and provide destination information.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

About the company

Alaska Air Group runs passenger and cargo airlines serving travelers and businesses across North America and the Pacific. Its Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines brands connect mainland routes with service to and within Hawaii, while Horizon Air flies regional routes that feed the wider network. The group sells tickets and optional travel services, carries freight in passenger aircraft and dedicated freighters, and operates cargo aircraft for Amazon under a service contract. Its McGee Air Services subsidiary handles ground operations, adding airport support to the airline business. The parent company was formed in 1985 and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Seattle, WA

Founded

1985

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Horizon pays from training: flight attendants become employees before their four-week Portland course begins.
  • Airline staff shared rewards: Alaska, Hawaiian and Horizon announced nearly three weeks of bonus pay in February 2026.
  • Fleet investment supports expansion: Alaska announced orders for 105 narrowbody and five widebody aircraft in January 2026.

What critics are saying

  • Alaska flight attendants fund an unpaid start: six-week Seattle training includes a $40 daily allowance, accommodation and transportation.
  • Fuel costs face regional pressure: Alaska buys primarily against West Coast and Singapore prices, where refining margins affect costs.
  • Horizon transfers require captain experience: Alaska Pathways class eligibility needs 1,000 pilot-in-command hours at Horizon.

What makes Alaska Air Group unique

  • Loyalty extends beyond flights: Alaska pairs Atmos Rewards with three Bank of America credit cards.
  • Horizon funds pilot progression: selected trainees receive $12,500 in staged stipends tied to licenses and enrollment milestones.
  • True North targets college pilots: selected partner-school students receive reimbursement for up to 80% of flight lab fees.

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