Reserve Flight Attendant•Des Plaines,IL•Southwest Airlines | Hiring
Des Plaines Role Highlights
Snapshot
- Stable workload with modern tooling and processes.
- Compensation: $34-$40/Hour (approx. $77.7k/Year)
- This role centers on your professional skills within the Aviation space in Des Plaines.
- Based in: Des Plaines, IL (a central Des Plaines location)
- Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package is included.
- Position: Reserve Flight Attendant (Based in Des Plaines)
- Employer: Southwest Airlines (Hiring in Des Plaines)
- This Des Plaines-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Southwest Airlines team in Des Plaines, IL is growing.
- Benefit from working in Des Plaines, a key hub for the Aviation industry.
The Vibe
Embrace the unexpected. Agility and readiness are the lifeblood of our massive flight network. If you thrive on spontaneity and are looking for airlines jobs that offer a true sense of adventure, this is your calling. Leave the predictability of 9-to-5 airport jobs behind. You will be the hero who steps in at a moment's notice to ensure our passengers get where they need to go safely and happily.
Your Mission
- Rapid Deployment: Maintain a state of "mission readiness." Be packed, in uniform, and capable of reporting to the crew lounge within a strict two-hour window.
- Adaptable Execution: Seamlessly integrate into newly formed crew configurations on the fly, maintaining our legendary service standards despite short notice.
- Unyielding Safety: Perform rigorous safety checks and ensure absolute FAA compliance, no matter how chaotic the schedule changes become.
The Payoff
Experience the thrill of a wildly varied roster. We provide a minimum monthly pay guarantee for your availability, elite health benefits, and massive retirement matching to secure your future.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Reserve Flight Attendant•Des Plaines,IL•Southwest Airlines | Hiring position pay at Southwest Airlines?
This Reserve Flight Attendant•Des Plaines,IL•Southwest Airlines | Hiring role offers $34 - $40. Actual pay varies by airline, base, seniority, and shift; airline roles may also include per diem and flight-hour pay.
Where is this Reserve Flight Attendant•Des Plaines,IL•Southwest Airlines | Hiring job based?
Flight and cabin crew are assigned to a crew base at a specific airport. This opening is tied to Des Plaines, IL — check the listing for the exact base, since you may need to live within commuting distance or relocate.
Do you get free or discounted flights with this job?
Most airline positions include flight travel privileges — free or heavily discounted standby travel for you and eligible family members, plus reciprocal discounts on many other airlines. Benefits and eligibility vary by airline and grow with seniority.
What are the requirements to become a flight attendant?
Typical requirements include being 18 to 21 or older, a high school diploma or GED, the ability to reach a set height (often around 6'2" to 6'3"), a valid passport, and passing a background check, drug screening, and medical/reach assessment. Some airlines add a swim test. You should be customer-focused and willing to relocate to or commute to your assigned base.
Is flight attendant training paid, and how long is it?
Southwest Airlines provides initial training that typically runs about 3 to 8 weeks at a training center, covering safety, emergency procedures, first aid, and service. Training is usually paid or stipend-supported, and you must pass it to be placed on the line at your base.
What is the flight attendant schedule and reserve system like?
Schedules are awarded by seniority through monthly bidding. New hires usually start on 'reserve' (on-call), and the job includes early mornings, nights, weekends, holidays, and overnights away from base with per diem. Flexibility is essential, especially in your first year.
