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Allegiant Travel Company
FLIGHT ATTENDANT - LOS ANGELES BASE ONLY

Los Angeles, CA
Date posted: June 10 2016

Allegiant is looking for Flight Attendants for our Los Angeles base. Candidates who successfully make it through the first interview steps will be invited to attend an in-person interview session in Los Angeles in late July. Available training classes begin early September and Early October.

Trainees will be offered employment and put on payroll upon successful completion of the entire training program. No Salary will be paid during training, although trainees are paid a per diem to cover miscellaneous expenses during that time.

RECURRENT/ONGOING:

During Recurrent Emergency Training and all Requalification Training, the Employee is required to actively participate in simulated emergency situations and physically operate aircraft emergency equipment

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Able to deal with people from all walks of life, using diplomacy and tact; good communication skills; able to relate to other cultures with respect and concern; Able to work as part of a team; Able to work under pressure; Able to assess situations in a timely manner; exercising good judgment, flexibility; ability to respond calmly and effectively in an emergency.

What are the minimum requirements to be a Flight Attendant?

High School diploma or equivalent; college course work or degree an asset.
Minimum one (1) year direct customer service preferred.
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
Must be able to attend a minimum of 4 1/2 weeks of training in Las Vegas (Relocation is at the expense of the applicant).
Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
Must be able to react quickly using good judgment.
Must pass a background check and five (5) year pre-employment drug screen.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Airport/Aircraft environment; extreme temperatures ranging from below zero to above 130 degrees Fahrenheit

IRREGULAR HOURS:

Work schedules are bid on monthly basis. Length of duty period may be in excess of fourteen (14) hours as allowed by the FAA Regulations. Often work weekends & holidays. Gone for extended periods of time, including days, weeks, or months depending on business necessity.

CHANGEABILITY OF SCHEDULE:

New flight attendants may be placed on “Reserve” status, which requires the Employee to be on call. Any flight attendant who is on Reserve must be able to arrive at the Crew Operations check-in area within 90 minutes of a call from Crew Services. Any flight attendant who is on Reserve may also be required to be on “Ready Reserve,” which means being at the airport, in uniform, for a specified duty period.

VARIABLE LOCALES:

Travel in varying climatic conditions and different time zones are the norm. May be required to relocate residence based on the needs of the Company. May be assigned temporary base relocation due to company needs. Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a motor vehicle are required, as rental cars are used on occasion.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Changes in pressurized cabin altitude (sea level to 39,000 feet). Variable positive and negative “G” loads. Occasional turbulence in flight; Works in confined spaces, aircraft aisles and galleys. Experience multiple take offs and landings. Extreme temperatures ranging from below zero to those above 130 degrees Fahrenheit; Exposure to loud engine noise.

CUSTOMERS:

In continuous contact with the public, which may include unaccompanied minors, ill, injured, and incapacitated passengers; customers with disabilities, or on occasion disorderly, inebriated and/or irate individuals.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/REQUIREMENTS:

Physically fit; able to push/pull cart/boxes in excess of 300 pounds; Professional appearance and demeanor; neat and well groomed in uniform. Must have physical dexterity sufficient to perform repetitive tasks and motions, including bending at the waist, knees, squatting, kneeling, crawling, twisting and sustaining those positions for extended amounts of time. Ability to physically respond to a disruptive passenger involved in a level 2 or higher threat, with appropriate level of physical response. This may include the use of restraints. Ability to jump onto and use an evacuation slide. Must be comfortable in a water environment.