Domestic Flight Attendant
Role Based in Andover
Snapshot
- Location: Andover, MA
- Job Title: Domestic Flight Attendant (Flexible Hours in Andover)
- Company: Southwest Airlines
- This Andover-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in customer service.
- Our Southwest Airlines team in Andover, MA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Andover, a key hub for the Aviation industry.
What You Get
- Pay Rate: $34-$43/Hour (approx. $40.7k/Year)
- Benefits: Employee discounts and perks (where applicable).
- Join a friendly Andover team with flexible shifts.
What You'll Do
- This role focuses on your professional skills with a schedule that fits your life.
The Vibe
Keep America moving. We are seeking highly energetic professionals to manage our massive, high-frequency domestic network. If you want fast-paced, dynamic airlines jobs where you interact with thousands of diverse passengers weekly, this is for you. This role demands agility and speed far beyond what you will find in standard airport jobs, connecting families and businesses coast-to-coast.
Your Mission
- High-Frequency Boarding: Master the art of rapid boarding and deplaning to protect our industry-leading on-time performance metrics during quick gate turns.
- Transcontinental Service: Deliver efficient, friendly beverage and snack services on varying flight lengths, from 45-minute hops to 5-hour transcontinental crossings.
- Safety Command: Enforce strict FAA safety regulations regarding carry-on baggage, seatbelts, and exit row seating.
The Payoff
Enjoy highly flexible scheduling that allows for a phenomenal work-life balance, unmatched domestic and international standby travel, and the best profit-sharing program in aviation history.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Domestic Flight Attendant position pay at Southwest Airlines?
This role offers a pay range of $34 - $43. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, base/airport, seniority, and shift at Southwest Airlines in Andover.
Where is this Domestic Flight Attendant job based?
This position is based at the airport serving Andover, MA. Southwest Airlines operates at airports across the region, but this specific opening is tied to the Andover base.
How long is training for this Domestic Flight Attendant role?
Flight attendant training at Southwest Airlines is typically 3–6 weeks of paid, in-residence training at the airline's training center. You'll cover FAA safety procedures, emergency evacuations, first aid/CPR, service standards, and aircraft-specific equipment.
Does Southwest Airlines offer flight benefits for this role?
Yes. Southwest Airlines extends flight privileges to employees — free standby travel on the airline's flights and deeply discounted confirmed tickets worldwide — typically for you, your spouse, parents, and eligible children. Benefits start on Day 1 or within the first 30–90 days depending on role.
What does a typical schedule look like for this Domestic Flight Attendant role?
Cabin crew typically fly 3–4 day trips on reserve initially, then move to line-holder status with more predictable schedules as seniority grows. Monthly flight hours average 75–85, with layovers in destination cities paid at a per-diem rate.
What's the work environment like at Southwest Airlines in Andover?
Southwest Airlines's operation at Andover runs 24/7, with a fast-paced team environment both airside (tarmac, gates, aircraft) and landside (terminal, offices). Safety culture is central to every role, and crews depend on each other to keep flights on time.
