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Company - Public
Over $10B
Large
Multiple locations
Air Transportation Companies
1971
Gary C. Kelly
What departments Southwest Airlines employees work at?
DepartmentsRatio
Air Transportation34.7%
other occupation30.1%
Customer Service9%
Computer / IT8.6%
Administrative - Other8.3%
Management - Other6%
Water Transportation3.3%
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Professional experience

How many years of experience do Southwest Airlines employees have before joining?
Years of experience at Southwest Airlines: Newcomers: 20%, Experiencers: 15%, Experts: 19%, Veterans: 46%. Southwest Airlines employees have 8+ years experience on average before joining.
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Where did Southwest Airlines employees work before joining?
Where they've worked before Southwest Airlines: AirTran Airways, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines. Typical Southwest Airlines employees have worked at AirTran Airways.
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AirTran Airways
American Airlines
Delta Air Lines
What industries did Southwest Airlines employees work in previously?
Industry Background: The most typical industries of Southwest Airlines: Air Transportation Companies, National Security, Colleges / Universities, Computer Systems Design Companies, Transportation Support Companies. Southwest Airlines employees most likely come from a Air Transportation Companies industry background.
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Where did Southwest Airlines employees work before joining?
Past employers' size at Southwest Airlines: Small: 22%, Medium: 10%, Large: 68%. Most Southwest Airlines employees have previously worked at large companies.
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What did employees at Southwest Airlines study?
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Where did employees at Southwest Airlines study?
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott
Texas A&M University-Texarkana
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Employee data

How long do people stay in a role at Southwest Airlines?
Time employed at Southwest Airlines: <1: 8%, 1-3: 25%, 4-8: 27%, 9-13: 12%, 14-20: 15%, 20+: 13%. Most Southwest Airlines employees stay with the company for 4-8 years which is the same as the industry average.
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How does Southwest Airlines rank for age & gender diversity?
Gender ratio at Southwest Airlines: 65.1% Male and 34.9% Female. Age ratio at Southwest Airlines: 16-20: 0%, 21-30: 30%, 31-40: 28%, 41-50: 24%, 51-60: 14%, 60+: 4%. Southwest Airlines rates - 5.9% more female than the industry average. Most Southwest Airlines employees are 21-30, which is below the industry median age range.
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Career advancement

How does Southwest Airlines rank for career advancement?
Career advancement at Southwest Airlines: medium. Southwest Airlines ranks medium for career advancement which is above the industry average.
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What companies do Southwest Airlines employees go on to work at?
Future employers of Southwest Airlines: American Airlines, AT&T, Delta Air Lines, FedEx, JetBlue. People who work at Southwest Airlines most typically go on to work for the American Airlines.
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What’s the stock symbol of Southwest Airlines?
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Benjamin Gardner4 years ago
LUV.
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gender breakdown at Southwest Airlines?
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Liam Brown4 years ago
gender ratio is 34.9% female, 65.1% male.
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When was Southwest Airlines founded?
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Liam Brown4 years ago
1971.
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What industry does Southwest Airlines belong to?
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Liam Brown4 years ago
Hospitality/Travel.
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3 years ago
Travel
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What’s the main location of Southwest Airlines?
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Sophie Hayes4 years ago
It’s Dallas, TX.
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What’s Southwest Airlines’s yearly revenue?
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Sophie Hayes4 years ago
over $10b, i think
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What’s the name of Southwest Airlines’s CEO?
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Sophie Hayes4 years ago
Gary C. Kelly.
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What’s the average length of tenure at Southwest Airlines?
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Benjamin Gardner4 years ago
Typically 4-8 year(s).
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What size of companies did Southwest Airlines employees used to work for?
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Isabella Holmes4 years ago
Most worked for large businesses before.
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How often do employees get promoted at Southwest Airlines ?
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Isabella Holmes4 years ago
advancement opportunities are medium
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who are employees usually hired by after leaving Southwest Airlines?
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Benjamin Gardner4 years ago
by one of these businesses: American Airlines, AT&T, Delta Air Lines, FedEx, JetBlue, Sabre, Self Employed, United Airlines
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Where did employees work before joining Southwest Airlines?
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Isabella Holmes4 years ago
AirTran Airways, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, ExpressJet Airlines, Republic Airways, SkyWest Airlines, United States Air Force, US Navy.
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What’s the average age at Southwest Airlines?
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Liam Brown4 years ago
21-30, 31-40.
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Where did most of Southwest Airlines employees go to school?
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Isabella Holmes4 years ago
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott, Texas A&M University-Texarkana, The University of Texas at Austin, United States Air Force Academy, University of North Texas.
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What’s Southwest Airlines’s business mission statement?
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Liam Brown4 years ago
"The mission of Southwest Airlines is dedication to the highest quality of Customer Service delivered with a sense of warmth, friendliness, individual pride, and Company Spirit.".
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Do I pay for the mandatory drug test for Southwest Airlines?
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A year ago
No, SWA pays for drug testing.
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How often does Southwest Airlines offer a raise?
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3 years ago
EVERY YEAR ON YOUR ANNIVERSARY (date of hire) YOU GET A RAISE.
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i want an entry level job at Southwest Airlines. Is it a good place to start?
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3 years ago
EXCELLENT !
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Can someone tell me about the vacation policy at Southwest Airlines?
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A year ago
Depend on if you are a union member and department you work in.
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Can someone help with info about whats it like to interview for Southwest Airlines?
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A year ago
It was a long process back in 1999 when I hired. It was a group interview and then you broke and did interview with two different hiring interviewers.
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How long did you work for Southwest Airlines?
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3 years ago
12 YEARS - CUSTOMER SERVICE AGENT IN NORFOLK VA (ORF)
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A year ago
21 years
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How many times were you promoted at Southwest Airlines if any?
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A year ago
Worked within the union part of SWA. So you bid on your jobs by seniority. Never worked out of the union part of Southwest.
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I would like to know if they have a vacation policy and what it is like here.
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A year ago
After one year of work, they provided vacation time off.
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A year ago
Their vacation policy is offered based on your Years of service. 😊
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I have been told by a friend that they hire people without any special qualififcations at Southwest Airlines.πŸ€”
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A year ago
No qualifications. Customer service skills, work on computer, selling fare tickets, tagging luggage to distention, patients, always remember what the customer may be going through so always be considerate. 😊
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A year ago
You don't need all that. Just be cheerful, friendly and ready to work.πŸ™‚
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I have been here for a long time i really love to have wonderful people around, and excellent work and life balance πŸ«‚
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A year ago
Amm i also enjoyed my time, they love hard working people and if you love people it won't feel like work it will be so enjoyable πŸ’•
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A year ago
. Remember, everyone paid their dues in the beginning. Give yourself 5 years to see your schedule become more flexible. The great thing about SWA is you have no min so you can get rid of your trips and just be!! The pay and benefits are great.
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what is the remote working options here, what is the policy for work from home πŸ‘»
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A year ago
Some departments have the opportunity to work from home, but i dont think its good in this field πŸ™Œ
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A year ago
now employees are able to work at home as customer service agents
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I was told that the work environment is great at Southwest. πŸ€”
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A year ago
A great environment with great people.
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A year ago
The work environment was very fast paced in order to maintain all the equipment I was responsible for.πŸ™‚
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what type of training and employee development programs are there
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A year ago
the job training and quarterly training for employees development
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A year ago
It is hands on and integrative, they also have an institute that gives formal training and instruction on the overall expectations of the employees πŸ™Œ
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I want to know is there any age requirement to be considered for a position at this company
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A year ago
i heard they hire flight attendants at 18 or more?
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A year ago
I need to know this soon because I want to become a flight attendant I just want to know whether or not i should start job hunting now so I can apply right after high school πŸ˜‡
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I heard they have very solid dental plan
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A year ago
Delta Dent
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A year ago
Its pretty good almost everything
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I want to work in customer support for this company, can i be hired for part time hours? 😴
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A year ago
most porbably yess, when a full time position become available a part timer stand a great chance for the promotion in house 😜
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A year ago
I believe yes they offer a variety of shifts including part-time πŸ₯°
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hi everyone, i am a flight attendant at this company, and i enjoy my job here, they offer employees long term flexibility that helps achieving good work life balance ⚑
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A year ago
yeah too good many more benefits after that like benefits are cool, and compensation is higher on average πŸ’•
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A year ago
amazing i really agree with you my friend
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I have heard that there is no work from home at Southwest. πŸ€”
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A year ago
Before pandemic we didn't have but nww, they allow for WFH.
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A year ago
WFH policy is good.
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the probation period was stressful and overly demanding, I felt like I was being constantly evaluated and it was tough to focus on my work 😐
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A year ago
sometime the job role is very strict
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A year ago
I think your job is very highly paid and requires hard from the day 1 😎
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How often the pay raises are offered to all employees 😌
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A year ago
I dont remember when i got it last time πŸ˜‘
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A year ago
twice a year based on union contract
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I firmly believe on them, i am here for 3 yrs and looking ahead, i see them as a positive company with great culture and lifelong career
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A year ago
yess i can agree with you man, they provide a relocation stipend also sometimes
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A year ago
Thats very impressive wow πŸ’₯
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how do you feel about the level of diversity and inclusivity in the hiring process here
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A year ago
I feel it could be more inclusive and diverse. I jhave noticed that a majority of the hires are from similar backgrounds and experiences
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A year ago
in my opinion the company actively seeks out candidates from underrepresented groups and is committed to building a diverse workforce β˜‘
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Do you feel like the cost of the insurance premiums is worth it for the coverage you receive? πŸ’°
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A year ago
I think yess if you have thoroughly reseached if before buying βœ…
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A year ago
many people ends up choosing a wrong plan for them thats why look bad but its good
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How the paid leaves r given to employees, it depends on position or tenure? πŸ˜•
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A year ago
i get 10 days after 1.5 years of hustling
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A year ago
Yeah it depends on positon, but more on the tenure πŸ’•
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Love this company, very good management, excellent career opportunities and place for everyone to scale up
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A year ago
wow its amazing another happy employee
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A year ago
Team up bro, i also have the same thinking 🫢
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The work culture here is very very diverse and strong, a great place for a person looking to a diverse and friendly workspace πŸ€—
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A year ago
Great culture and fun People to work with from the start 🫢
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A year ago
this is the best work environment not the best company but best culture
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Hello beautiful people, i hope you ae getting good benefits, i also want to know about them anyone up to help? πŸ™Œ
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A year ago
so good benefits i really love them Medical, dental, vision, flight benefits, 401k πŸ˜‰
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A year ago
401k, medical, dental, eye, animal medical insurance. Sick time earned, and vacation time
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how does the company's sick leave policy compare to others you have experienced?
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A year ago
Its fine i think same as other companies
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A year ago
i think the flexibility and supports with easy approvals make it a more good package although the days off are somehow similar πŸŽ‰
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I recently attended a training session and I have to say, it was incredibly informative and beneficial.
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A year ago
i am saying for months that training is essential here
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A year ago
I love it after taking it πŸ€—
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does the company offer any support or resources for employees who want to get tattoos removed? 😏
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A year ago
no why would do they pay for your personal things 🀣
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A year ago
No they only give you order you have to manage the expense πŸ˜ͺ
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I have only two options availabe, i can work on night shifts or weekend shift, what are the current opportunities for me?
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A year ago
it depends on many things, but i think this type of schedule is not long term πŸ˜•
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A year ago
Unfortunately not, you will need open availability
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Do you feel comfortable in the dress code, or do you think it needs improvement? πŸ€”
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A year ago
its perfectly ok βœ…
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A year ago
I dont know if its perfect or not but i am used to of it
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Hi all, i am currenly employeed as an operations agent, i would say its very fast paced and crazy workplace, lots of learning everyday and full of hustling to scale up πŸ™Œ
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A year ago
i dont like mandatroy overtime 😏
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A year ago
I enjoyed the work but i am sorry to say that the pay was low
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What qualifications do i need to work at this company
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A year ago
you need experience and customer service skills, work on computer, selling fare tickets, tagging luggage to distention, patients, always remember what the customer may be going through so always be considerate.
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A year ago
College degree
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i totally understand how working night shifts can be challenging, some ways to make it work for you could be sticking to a consistent sleep schedule, staying active during the day, and setting boundaries with friends and family. It can also be helpful to find a support group of others who work similar hours to share tips and advice.
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A year ago
Amm thats actually a very good idea πŸ˜‡
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A year ago
i am interested
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I started my job last week, and i was asked for the insurance plan, can anyone tell me whatelse is covered in the health insurance
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A year ago
Comprehensive Health, dental, vision
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A year ago
you should see yourself if you or your family really need it typically you get health, dental, and vision coverage ⚑
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i am expecting an interview in the coming week, i want to know what questions did they ask during your interview so i can prepare accordingly?
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A year ago
Tell me about yourself? πŸ˜‰
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A year ago
they asked me very technical questions, but of course it depends on your job role
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working for this company has been such a game-changer for me, the benefits package is top-notch and I feel so grateful to have access to it all πŸ’° #happyemployee
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A year ago
They work hard for us credit to management πŸ˜‰
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A year ago
i also enjoy all the perks so good company to work and make good living
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I'm 42 and my whole life I wanted to work for an airline company, I was wondering if being as old as I am, able to work here? 😢
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A year ago
it's a good age for the airlines ramp crew in st.Louis, they don't hire anyone under the age of 40
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A year ago
yes you can work here, just remember that attendance is one of the most important things they look at πŸ˜‡
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I loved the training part, the instructor was knowledgeable and engaging, making the material easy to understand and apply to my daily tasks 😍
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A year ago
i dont agree it was not that good in my time 🀐
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A year ago
Is it an external training? can i take it without being employeed ??
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I wonder do part time employees have few or same flight benefits as full time employees
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A year ago
I think not for part timers or interns
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A year ago
No no the flight benefits are only for the full time employees 🫢
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I love the overall job very much, but what appealed me the most are the benefits 🫢
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A year ago
i think the job is very good from compensation pov πŸŽ‰
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A year ago
Its a nice place to make money due to company always offering overtime and yes amazing benefits
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Hi, i want to know what is the pay period or the pay schedule?
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A year ago
Bi weekly, direct deposit is best, you get access to your money faster.
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A year ago
we get paid in the first and third week of the month πŸ₯°
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I am looking for an unbounded schedule, i wanna know how much flexibility of hours and shift can i get here
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A year ago
I think its very flexible throughout the month
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A year ago
it can be your dream job very flexible, my flight attendant line is usually 3 days on, 4 days off makes it easy to trade around πŸ˜›
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The pension plan offered by this company is top-notch and I feel so lucky to be a part of it πŸ’°
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A year ago
how is it ? is other any 401K
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A year ago
Congrats bro πŸ₯³
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i was asked to do fingerprints and drug test does that mean the prior employment history is checked and its ok?
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A year ago
Congrats yes its ok 🫢
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A year ago
may be they are asking fingerprinting for criminal background check ??
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I would like to know what a typical day at Southwest Airlines.
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A year ago
My routine is to tend to passengers on the plane.
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A year ago
A typical day was very busy.πŸ˜‘
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My friend told me that they working hours are quite long and hard.
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A year ago
You do 12 hours when you first start.
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A year ago
The work hours are long and you can get hit with mandatory overtime and be there for 16 hours. Crazy stuff.
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I wannt to work here, how should i apply for a job as an airline mechanic?
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A year ago
see the position on their website and apply if you find the desired position
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A year ago
their website βœ…
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the overtime hours can be challenging at times, but the extra pay makes it worth it πŸ’†
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A year ago
of course its a big part of out monhtly income
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A year ago
i personally love to work overtime 🀩
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Do you have to work full time to fly for free, and they do offer any part time jobs? πŸ˜ͺ
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A year ago
there may be some jobs that are part time, you can fly for free anytime you can get on
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A year ago
yeah you need to work full time to get fly benefits 🦾
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i wonder how long background checks take? πŸ˜‰
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A year ago
I was interviewed in Dallas, I did my drug test within 3 days of my interview, and I just got my offer letter after that, i was given a 2 weeks later starting job 😊
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A year ago
depends on the job it normally takes 2-3 weeks to finish everything and start working
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i have mixed feelings about management here, on one hand, they make important decisions quickly and efficiently, but on the other hand, they can sometimes be dismissive of our ideas πŸ€”
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A year ago
I love the management all the credit goes to them and your saying bad