Flight Attendant

Are you looking for a change? How about a work environment subject to frequent changes in geography, cabin altitude, and G-forces? Are you looking for a diverse working culture? How about interacting with a diverse group of customers and a variety of crew members as part of your job? If this sounds like the opportunity you have been waiting for, then read on!

US Airways is currently seeking service-oriented individuals interested in a Flight Attendant career. Our corporate goal, to be recognized as the global carrier of choice, mandates that our employment selection standards reflect the same ambition. The purpose of the Flight Attendant position is to provide leadership, direction and assistance for safety and comfort to passengers on board our aircraft, while working independently and as part of a team.

POSITION PURPOSE:
To provide leadership, direction, and assistance for safety and comfort to passengers on board our aircraft, while working independently and as part of a team.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
-Provide exemplary customer service to all aspects of the cabin
-Actively seek to ensure the safety and comfort of customers
-Ensure compliance with Federal Aviation Administration regulations
-Assist passengers and fellow crew members during emergency situations
-Provide special assistance to passengers, including stowing luggage in overhead compartments, emergency medical aid, and wheelchair assistance
-Prepare/serve meals and beverages; sell onboard liquor, duty-free items, and other items
-Write detailed reports pertaining to flight incidents
-Interact with a wide variety of people from a broad range of cultures

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
-Position requires some physical exertion such as pulling, pushing, reaching, bending, standing, walking, and light lifting of passenger bags and catering needs
-Airport operations in all types of weather
-Long periods of standing and talking
-Airport ramp operations are noisy and can be hazardous without due caution
-Extensive travel; must be able to spend consecutive nights away from home
-Alternative work schedules, including evenings, weekends and holidays

QUALIFICATIONS:
-Direct customer service experience ( outside airline preferred)
-Competent in handling difficult situations, problem solving and complaint resolution
-Able to read and speak English fluently; second language is preferred
-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
-Proficient with Microsoft Office software
-Must present a professional image, may not have visible tattoos, facial, multiple or upper ear piercing or extreme hair color or style
-Ability to walk and fit comfortably down the aircraft aisle while facing forward, fit quickly through the over wing exit and sit in the Flight Attendant jumpseat without modification or a seatbelt extension
-Ability to push or pull moveable carts, which weigh as much as 200 lbs
-Ability to lift objects weighing up to 35 lbs., such as galley stowage bins and carry-on baggage


Base Assignment
After completion of new hire training, Flight Attendants will receive their base assignment.� You must be able to be based in any of our domiciles located Charlotte, Philadelphia, Phoenix, or Washington, DC.

Requirements:
-High school diploma or GED equivalent
-Must be at least 21 years of age
-Must be in possession of a valid United States or foreign passport with applicable VISAs.� Must have the ability to travel freely in and out of the United States, to and from all cities served by US Airways without restriction
-Travel documents must remain valid throughout all phases of training.