Domestic Flight Attendant(Contract)-Merced | Hiring
Posted on March 15, 2026
Position in Merced, CA
Job Title: Domestic Flight Attendant (Gig/Contract) Company: Southwest Airlines Worksite: Merced, CA
Compensation: $30-$38/Hour (approx. $70.7k/Year) Benefits: A competitive compensation package is offered. Project-based work with clear objectives.
Position Scope
Apply your your professional skills skills at our Merced location.
- This Merced-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Southwest Airlines team in Merced, CA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Merced, a key hub for the Aviation industry.
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.