Flight Attendant
$29.83 - $32.96/hr+ Annual bonus
Mid
Seattle, WA, USA
In PersonYou must accept any assigned base and be able to relocate to or work from any current or future base. Training is in Honolulu for Hawaiian positions or Seattle for Alaska positions.
Vehicle Operation & Delivery
No H1B Sponsorship
About the job
Requirements
- At least 2 years of customer service or community service experience.
- Able to reach 82 vertical inches without shoes.
- Comfortable being in a swimming pool with a life vest during emergency training and in water during an inflight emergency.
- Able to secure oneself properly in a jump seat with a harness without a seat belt extension, and move quickly through the cabin aisle in emergency and non-emergency situations.
- Able to work in varying climatic conditions, variable positive and negative gravitational loads caused by turbulence, and varying cabin pressurization; able to stand for up to four to seventeen hours and stoop, twist, and push or pull cabin equipment as needed.
- Able to lift 35 pounds.
- Willing and able to serve alcohol.
- Possess basic technology skills to navigate tools on a mobile device.
- Willing and able to travel extensively, spend multiple days away from home overnight, and work a varied schedule that includes nights, weekends, and holidays.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Must be a U.S. citizen or registered alien with the legal right to accept employment in the United States.
- Must possess or obtain a current U.S. passport or a non-U.S. passport with the legal documentation necessary for unlimited access in and out of the United States, with at least six months of validity remaining at employment; travel documents must remain valid throughout training and employment.
- Must be at least 21 years old at the time of application.
- Able to read, write, and speak English proficiently.
- Able to complete pre-employment requirements, including a drug test and background check.
- Current employees must be in good standing and have been in their current role for at least one year.
- For the Hawaiian seniority list, able to attend eight weeks of unpaid FAA-approved intensive training in Honolulu, meet Hawaiian Flight Attendant uniform and appearance standards, relocate to or work from any current or future Hawaiian base, and pass a tuberculosis test.
- For the Alaska seniority list, able to attend six weeks of unpaid FAA-approved intensive training in Seattle, meet Alaska Flight Attendant uniform and appearance standards, and relocate to or work from any current or future Alaska base.
Responsibilities
- Understand and comply with safety regulations, ensure aircraft safety equipment is in working order, and conduct emergency procedures as needed.
- Support the safety and security of oneself and other crewmembers in flight, in airport terminals, and during layovers away from home.
- Calmly resolve passenger situations during flight, including emergencies.
- Understand company policies and procedures and complete assigned onboard duties; use discretion to make exceptions to resolve guest issues.
- Create an exceptional and inclusive experience for guests and fellow employees by demonstrating empathy and compassion.
- Focus on safe, on-time performance.
- Use an Inflight Mobile Device to complete onboard duties, service flow, and elite guest recognition.
- Act as a brand ambassador while working, in uniform, and on social media.
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
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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