Coon Rapids Out-and-back Flight Attendant($22-$27/hr) | Hiring
Your Next Step in Coon Rapids
Position: Out-and-back Flight Attendant (Based in Coon Rapids) Employer: Allegiant Air (Hiring in Coon Rapids) Based in: Coon Rapids, MN (our main Coon Rapids branch) Required Experience: Entry-Level.
Compensation: $22-$27/Hour (approx. $51k/Year) Benefits: Eligible team members receive standard benefits. Stable workload with modern tooling and processes.
What You'll Do
Apply your your professional skills skills at our Coon Rapids location.
- This Coon Rapids-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Allegiant Air team in Coon Rapids, MN is growing.
- Benefit from working in Coon Rapids, a key hub for the Aviation industry.
Sleep in Your Own Bed Every Night
About Allegiant Air
Allegiant Air operates on a highly unique business model in the airline industry. We focus on linking small-to-medium cities to premier vacation destinations using an "out-and-back" network structure. What does this mean for our crew? It means almost zero overnight layovers. If you love the idea of flying but hate living out of a suitcase, Allegiant offers the rarest of flight attendant jobs: the ability to fly the line and be home in your own bed every single night.
Job Summary
As an In-Flight Team Member, you will operate flights exclusively within our point-to-point network. You are the face of our low-cost, high-value brand, responsible for ensuring passenger safety and driving inflight revenue. You will conduct quick turns at destination airports and return to your base at the end of your shift. This role requires high energy, a sales-driven mindset, and a passion for making leisure travel accessible and fun.
Key Responsibilities
- Safety & Compliance: Lead all FAA-mandated safety demonstrations, enforce seatbelt and carry-on regulations, and manage any in-flight medical or security emergencies with absolute authority.
- Inflight Sales & Commission: Take charge of our onboard retail experience. You will actively promote and sell snacks, beverages, and premium merchandise, earning direct commissions on your sales to boost your take-home pay.
- Rapid Turnarounds: Coordinate with ground crews to clean and reset the cabin rapidly between flights, ensuring our strict on-time performance metrics are met during short gate times.
- Customer Experience: Provide a welcoming, vacation-ready atmosphere for passengers who are often traveling for their one big family holiday of the year.
Benefits & Lifestyle
- The Ultimate Aviation Lifestyle: "Day trip" flying schedules that allow for unparalleled work-life balance compared to traditional airlines.
- Commission-Based Earning: Supplement your hourly flight pay with unlimited commission potential on in-flight sales.
- Travel Perks: Free standby travel for you and eligible dependents on the Allegiant network.
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years old with a High School diploma or GED.
- Sales or retail experience is highly preferred due to the commission-based nature of our service model.
- Ability to pass a 4-week rigorous safety training program.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Coon Rapids Out-and-back Flight Attendant | Hiring position pay at Allegiant Air?
This Coon Rapids Out-and-back Flight Attendant | Hiring role offers $22 - $27. Actual pay varies by airline, base, seniority, and shift; airline roles may also include per diem and flight-hour pay.
Where is this Coon Rapids Out-and-back Flight Attendant | Hiring job based?
Flight and cabin crew are assigned to a crew base at a specific airport. This opening is tied to Coon Rapids, MN — 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?
Allegiant Air 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.
