Reserve Flight Attendant
Role Based in Edwardsville
Job Title: Reserve Flight Attendant (Flexible Hours in Edwardsville) Hiring: Southwest Airlines Based in: Edwardsville, IL
Pay Rate: $30-$35/Hour (approx. $33.8k/Year) Benefits: Employee discounts and perks (where applicable). Perfect for students or those seeking supplemental income.
Day-to-Day
This role focuses on your professional skills with a schedule that fits your life.
- This Edwardsville-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in customer service.
- Our Southwest Airlines team in Edwardsville, IL is growing.
- Benefit from working in Edwardsville, 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 position pay at Southwest Airlines?
This role offers a pay range of $30 - $35. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, base/airport, seniority, and shift at Southwest Airlines in Edwardsville.
Where is this Reserve Flight Attendant job based?
This position is based at the airport serving Edwardsville, IL. Southwest Airlines operates at airports across the region, but this specific opening is tied to the Edwardsville base.
How long is training for this Reserve 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 health benefits does Southwest Airlines offer?
Southwest Airlines provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and an employee assistance program. Benefits usually start on Day 1 for full-time employees.
What does a typical schedule look like for this Reserve 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.
