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United Airlines

Flies passengers and cargo worldwide from US hubs

Flight Attendant

Vehicle Operation & DeliveryPosted on Nov 10
Full-time$38.21 - $100.13 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Be at least 21 years old at the time of application.
  • Have a high school diploma or GED; two or more years of college is preferred.
  • Have at least one year of customer-service experience in a service industry such as retail, hospitality, food service, teaching or education, aviation, or social services.
  • Speak clearly, concisely, and in an organized manner, loudly enough to be heard in an emergency.
  • Speak, read, write, and understand English fluently, and read and speak Hebrew fluently.
  • Hear all types and ranges of sound.
  • Communicate effectively during high-stress situations such as aircraft evacuations, security threats, delays, medical emergencies, severe weather, and turbulence.
  • Maintain a professional appearance and grooming standards and follow uniform, hair, tattoo, and piercing guidelines. Tattoos are not permitted on the head, hands, fingers, or neck, including behind the ear, and cannot be covered with makeup or bandages. Visible tattoos on the arms, wrists, legs, and feet must be no larger than a credit card or employee badge (3.5 inches by 2.24 inches), or be covered by standard uniform pieces, and must not be offensive, violent, obscene, sexual, racist, or contain objectionable content or weapon imagery. Decorative covers, adornments, or jewelry on teeth or in the mouth are not permitted.
  • Operate electronic devices such as phones, tablets, and laptops for required tasks.
  • Possess a valid passport before applying, with at least 18 months of validity remaining and two consecutive blank pages. A U.S. or foreign passport with applicable visas is accepted if it permits unrestricted global travel; possession is required before starting training, and a pending passport application or renewal is insufficient.
  • Be able to travel to and from all countries served by United without restrictions and enter and exit destinations as a working crew member. Applicants are responsible for verifying travel eligibility; destinations may change.
  • Stand, walk, kneel, bend, stoop, stretch, reach, lift heavy objects such as luggage to an overhead bin or window exit, and push or pull a beverage cart weighing up to 250 pounds.
  • Pass a functional reach assessment with a combined 76-inch vertical and 43.5-inch horizontal reach and hold, simultaneously and without shoes, to operate required equipment, machinery, and doors.
  • Sit in an assigned jump seat with the seatbelt and shoulder harness fastened.
  • Serve and/or sell food and beverages, including alcohol, diligently and professionally.
  • Be legally authorized to work in the United States.
  • Be willing and able to work a flexible schedule supporting 24/7 operations, including weekdays, weekends, holidays, and scheduled or reserve days.
  • Successfully complete an in-water evacuation drill during training.
  • Be willing to complete a pre-employment Department of Transportation drug screen, comprehensive background checks, fingerprinting, and vision and hearing tests.
  • Pass Department of Transportation/Federal Aviation Administration pre-employment and randomized drug screens. Medical and recreational marijuana are prohibited due to the safety-sensitive nature of the position.
  • Pass a 10-year criminal background check; the background must not prevent travel to or from destinations served by United. A driving while intoxicated/driving under the influence conviction or probation within the past 10 years may prevent travel to and from Canada unless a Temporary Resident Permit has been obtained.
  • Meet Federal Aviation Administration and United Airlines hearing and vision requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation. Hearing loss in the better ear must not exceed 40 dB averaged across 500, 1,000, and 2,000 Hz; each eye must be correctable to 20/40 or better for both far and near vision.

Responsibilities

  • Complete 6.5 weeks of initial training in Houston, Texas, learning United’s safety and service standards, and attend base orientation after training at the assigned base.
  • Ensure the highest levels of safety.
  • Engage directly with customers, adapt and respond to customer-facing situations, resolve issues with judgment and compassion, deliver excellent service, and represent United professionally.
  • Fulfill global assignments at any time, including nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours; complete reserve assignments on short notice and be away from the assigned base for days at a time.
  • Meet schedule and customer expectations through dependable and timely attendance.
  • Work independently and as part of a team.

Desired Qualifications

  • Two or more years of college.
  • Additional compensation is available for language skills, lead positions, and international trips.

About the Company

United Airlines

Flies passengers and cargo worldwide from US hubs

United Airlines flies passengers and cargo across the United States and to destinations around the world, running a hub network that spans Chicago, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Newark, San Francisco, Washington Dulles and Guam. It was a founding member of Star Alliance, the global airline partnership that links its routes and frequent-flyer benefits with carriers such as Lufthansa and Air Canada. Travelers book seats in economy, premium and Polaris business cabins, and United earns money from fares, bag and seat fees, cargo, and its MileagePlus loyalty program, which sells miles to card partners. United traces its roots to Varney Air Lines, which began flying airmail in 1926, and is based in Chicago.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Founded
1926

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