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Southwest Airlines

Customer Service Agent - DAL (Part Time)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $20.00
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Fly for free
401(k) company match
Potential for profit sharing
Health Insurance
retirement savings plan
Shift premiums
Overtime opportunities

Job Description

Southwest Airlines is a major American airline known for its commitment to customer service, low fares, and a unique company culture that values employees and encourages personal growth. As a leading airline in the ground operations sector, Southwest Airlines dedicates itself to creating a stable, equitable work environment where creativity, innovation, and collaboration drive the company's success. This organization prioritizes respect and a caring attitude both internally among employees and externally toward customers, maintaining its reputation as the Airline of the People. Founded in 1967, Southwest Airlines has grown to become a household name in American air travel, emphasizing friendly,... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the U.S.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards
  • Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards
  • Ability to work shift work and/or overtime
  • Must be able to lift and/or move items up to 70 pounds regularly and repetitively lift and/or move weights of 40 to 50 pounds onto raised surfaces
  • Must be able to climb, bend, kneel and stand frequently and for extended periods
  • Must maintain the ability to wear prescribed uniforms
  • No current or future work authorization sponsorship available

Job Qualifications

  • No education requirement
  • No experience requirement
  • Must be able to obtain a SIDA badge and meet all local airport requirements
  • May be required by Station Leadership to obtain a Customs Seal and meet all requirements to work international flights
  • Must be able to type and/or use a computer keyboard with sufficient speed to meet demands of the job
  • Able to read documents, follow instructions, learn and understand ticketing procedures, rules and regulations
  • Ability to work well with others as part of a team, meet the public, and work under stressful situations
  • Must be able to satisfactorily complete Customer Service Agent training program with an 80 percent or greater average and an evaluation period
  • Must be aware of hazardous situations and be able to handle emergencies as needed
  • Must work under tight time constraints to accomplish quick turns of aircraft
  • Must present a well-groomed appearance in accordance with the Ground Operations Employee Handbook and Labor Agreement
  • Must be able to perform all job functions within a limited space
  • Must be able to effectively communicate verbally by telephone, face to face and on public address systems
  • Must possess good written and oral skills
  • Must be able to communicate information and instructions verbally or via radio equipment

Job Duties

  • Provides friendly service to and maintains positive relationships with all internal and external Customers
  • Works in a cooperative spirit to ensure the success of our Company
  • Responsible for providing legendary Customer service to people desiring to travel, use cargo or baggage service by attending to their needs
  • Handles any aspect of ticketing and check-in by operating a computerized point-of-sale system, boarding, baggage service, reservations and resolving related complaints and problems
  • Greets and handles Customers in a polite and friendly manner
  • Handles cash, checks, credit cards, travel vouchers and coupons as forms of payment for tickets
  • Computes charges, makes change and balances daily transactions
  • Checks in baggage and Cargo
  • Answers telephone to provide information to callers, page customers, resolve problems or complaints and assist as needed
  • Handles transactions required to board the aircraft in a timely and efficient manner
  • Deals with mishandled Customers as a result of oversells, delayed or cancelled flights, lost, delayed, or damaged luggage
  • Resolves such problems quickly and within guidelines established by the Company
  • Provides current and accurate fare, schedule, reservations, flight arrival/departure information and answers all general inquiries from Customers and other visitors to the airport terminal
  • Completes forms and reports as required by the Company
  • Writes irregularity and complaint reports as required
  • Duties may vary due to the size and organization of the station
  • Must be able to meet any physical ability requirements listed on this description
  • May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders

Job Qualifications

Experience

No experience required

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