Flight Attendant - Freight Runners Express : Job Details

FLIGHT ATTENDANT

Freight Runners Express / Air Charter Express (FRE/ACE) is searching for both entry level and qualified part 135 Flight Attendants for Full-Time employment.

COMPENSATION

* First year average including extra pay and per-diem - $55,000

* Base Salary - $40,150

* Per Diem - Each hour away from base, or portion thereof; $2.45/hour domestic and $4.45/hour international

* Extra Pay for each live nautical mile flown

* Minimum of 122 days off a year

BENEFITS

* Paid Time Off

* Paid Training

* Private Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance (We offer one of the best medical plans available, which limits employee deductible expenses to $1,500/calendar year)

* 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match

* Employee referral bonus program

AIRCRAFT

30-passenger SAAB 2000

DUTIES

* Stocking and cleaning of the aircraft

* Assist in passenger baggage loading

* Perform internal safety inspection of the aircraft prior to and after flight

* Demonstrate and give public address announcements of the location of emergency exits, use of floatation devices, oxygen, and seat belts

* Secure all doors, carts, and modules in galley

* Distribute snacks, drinks, liquor, and food to passengers in flight

* Inventory drinks, snacks, and liquor at the conclusion of flight

* Enforce and advise passengers of safety instructions

* Perform specific duties in emergency situations

* Overnights will be required quite often

* Trips will vary from 4 to 14 hours per day

REQUIREMENTS

* Previous part 135, 121, or 91 flight attendant experience preferred but not required

* MUST have a valid US passport upon application, no exception

* Must be legal to work within the United States and be able to travel in and out of the country without restrictions

* No taller than 5'9 (due to cabin height)

* Must own a cell phone

* Must have dependable transportation

* Must be able to work flexible hours including holidays, weekends, and nights with minimal notice

* Must be image conscious with excellent personal grooming to always be able to convey a positive company image

* Must be able to sit and/or stand inside an aircraft for periods of up to 4 hours or longer

* Must be extremely customer service oriented and be able to precisely follow directions and procedures ensuring the safety and comfort of our passengers

* Must be able to lift 75 pounds

* Must be able to memorize large amounts of information in a short time

* Must not have visible tattoos or facial piercings

* Must be able to read, speak, and understand English

* Must successfully complete a 10-year background check, FBI fingerprint check, pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing

* Must not have been convicted of operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated (OWI/DUI) within the past 10 years

Our Flight Attendants are dedicated to the safety and comfort of our passengers. Ideal candidates will have customer service background, an enthusiastic outgoing personality, and enjoy being a team player. Candidates must submit a current resume, and MUST live/relocate to the Milwaukee area (30 min drive time to General Mitchell International airport)

FRE/ACE is a part 135 airline operating in Milwaukee for over 30 years. We offer newer facilities, heated hangars, updated aircraft and avionics, and friendly atmosphere. We are a growing company with plenty of room to advance your career with management opportunities. We are proud to be a drug and alcohol free workplace and require pre-employment and random prohibited substance testing. Each applicant must be a United States citizen, or have the right to work in the United States. FRE/ACE is an equal opportunity employer.