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Alaska Air Group

Flies passengers and cargo through airline brands

Flight Attendant

Full-TimeDeadline 10/31/26
$20.66/hr+ Annual bonus + 401(k) contribution/match
Junior, Mid
Bachelor's
Portland, OR, USA
In PersonMust be able to relocate to a listed flight attendant base; four weeks of paid training are held in Portland, Oregon.
Food Service & Hospitality
No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • A minimum of 2 years of customer or community service experience.
  • Dedication to safety and compliance with safety regulations.
  • Ability to meet aircraft body-dimension requirements, including the jump seat, harness, cabin aisle, and emergency exits.
  • Ability to meet grooming, uniform, appearance, and tattoo-policy standards.
  • Ability to perform the physical duties of a flight attendant.
  • Ability to relocate to a flight attendant base in Seattle, Portland, Medford, Boise, Spokane, Anchorage, or Everett.
  • Willingness to serve alcohol.
  • Basic computer literacy and comfort with technology.
  • Availability for varied schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Ability and willingness to travel extensively.
  • Adaptability and ability to perform varied duties effectively under stress.
  • Ability to attend four weeks of paid training in Portland, Oregon.
  • Current passport or ability to obtain one with unrestricted travel into and out of the United States, plus required travel documentation where applicable.
  • Ability to fly unrestricted into and out of Canada.
  • Ability to communicate in English.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum age of 21.
  • Authorization to work in the United States.
Responsibilities
  • Maintain full compliance with all safety regulations.
  • Ensure all aircraft safety equipment is in working order.
  • Greet passengers and assist with seating assignments, carry-on baggage stowage, and security.
  • Explain and demonstrate 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.
  • Resolve passenger situations during flight, including medical emergencies.
  • Answer questions about flight operations and provide destination information.
  • Perform other assigned duties.

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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