(LOD) Flight Attendant
Part-Time Role Based in Portsmouth
Key Part-Time Information
- Position: Flight Attendant (Part-Time, based in Portsmouth)
- This part-time position centers on your professional skills within the International Aviation space in Portsmouth.
- Career Level: Junior / Trainee (Perfect as a first part-time job).
- Hiring Organization: Delta Air Lines
- Benefits: Steady supplemental income with predictable weekly hours.
- Part-Time Salary: $38-$44/Hour (approx. $49.6k/Year)
- Excellent work-life balance for part-time staff in Portsmouth.
- Worksite: Portsmouth, VA
- This part-time role in Portsmouth is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Delta Air Lines part-time team in Portsmouth, VA is growing.
- Benefit from working part-time in Portsmouth, a key hub for the International Aviation industry.
Bridge Cultures and Connect the Globe
About Delta Air Lines
As a leading global airline, Delta's network spans across continents, connecting diverse cultures and communities. To provide the most authentic and comforting experience for our international guests, we rely on our Language of Destination (LOD) Flight Attendants. When you pursue aviation jobs with Delta, you do more than serve meals; you serve as a cultural ambassador. If you are bilingual and looking for top-tier flight attendant jobs that leverage your linguistic skills, this is your opportunity to shine on a global stage.
Job Summary
We are seeking fluent speakers of select international languages (such as French, German, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, or Mandarin) to join our international cabin crew. As an LOD Flight Attendant, you will perform all the rigorous safety and service duties of a standard flight attendant, with the added responsibility of facilitating communication and hospitality for our non-English speaking customers. You will fly predominantly on long-haul international routes, ensuring our global clientele experiences the care and clarity they deserve.
Specialized Responsibilities
- Linguistic Hospitality: Make in-flight public address announcements in your designated language, translating critical safety instructions and service offerings accurately.
- Cultural Ambassadorship: Provide culturally attuned customer service, understanding the unique customs and expectations of passengers traveling to and from your language's native region.
- Customs & Immigration Assistance: Assist passengers with completing complex international arrival documents, customs declarations, and immigration forms.
- Emergency Translation: In the event of an in-flight medical emergency, security issue, or irregular operation, provide rapid and precise translation between passengers, the flight deck, and medical consultants on the ground.
- Core Cabin Duties: Execute all standard pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight duties, including securing the cabin, deploying emergency equipment, and executing premium meal services in our Delta One cabins.
The Delta Difference (Benefits)
Your linguistic skills are highly valued in the airline industry, and our compensation reflects that:
- LOD Premium Pay: Earn an additional hourly premium for flights where you utilize your language skills.
- World-Class Travel: Experience the world with unlimited space-available standby travel, plus access to significantly discounted confirmed tickets.
- Robust Health Coverage: Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance options tailored to protect you and your family.
- Retirement Planning: Outstanding 401(k) program with automatic company contributions and matching.
Requirements
- Must be 21+ years old with a High School diploma or equivalent.
- Native or highly proficient fluency in English AND a designated target language (reading, writing, and speaking). Must pass a rigorous third-party language proficiency examination.
- Valid passport granting unrestricted access to global destinations.
- Flexibility to work varying schedules, including multi-day international trips, weekends, and holidays.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Flight Attendant position pay at Delta Air Lines?
This role offers a pay range of $38 - $44. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, base/airport, seniority, and shift at Delta Air Lines in Portsmouth.
Where is this Flight Attendant job based?
This position is based at the airport serving Portsmouth, VA. Delta Air Lines operates at airports across the region, but this specific opening is tied to the Portsmouth base.
How long is training for this Flight Attendant role?
Flight attendant training at Delta Air Lines 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 Delta Air Lines offer flight benefits for this role?
Yes. Delta Air Lines 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.
How many hours per week is this part-time Flight Attendant role?
Part-time airport positions at Delta Air Lines typically run 20–32 hours per week across 4–6 hour shifts. Flight benefits often begin on Day 1, and health benefits usually activate at 20–25+ hours per week.
What health benefits does Delta Air Lines offer?
Delta Air Lines 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.
