SKYWEST

Hello,

During the F2F interview process, do they go down your resume and ask questions, for example: your reason for leaving previous employers? Even if you provided it on the online application?

I did my research regarding the interview process however, they were a bit outdated. I was hoping to have some insight on how the current F2F interviews are conducted.

yay2FA in Las Vegas, Nevada said: Hello,

During the F2F interview process, do they go down your resume and ask questions, for example: your reason for leaving previous employers? Even if you provided it on the online application?

I did my research regarding the interview process however, they were a bit outdated. I was hoping to have some insight on how the current F2F interviews are conducted.

You can expect to have your entire resume reviewed. Be prepared to discuss all aspects of each listing on your resume. Leave NO gaps in your history for the past ten years. If you were unemployed that's ok just list it with dates to account for the time. And expect to be ask about it.
Other than that basic info, there's no way of telling what you will be asked. Or to tell you what to expect in your personal F2F. It's what you make it.
Best of Luck!!!
ps All the Recruiters are great and very kind. Have fun with it.

Akskygirl in Portland, Oregon said: You can expect to have your entire resume reviewed. Be prepared to discuss all aspects of each listing on your resume. Leave NO gaps in your history for the past ten years. If you were unemployed that's ok just list it with dates to account for the time. And expect to be ask about it.
Other than that basic info, there's no way of telling what you will be asked. Or to tell you what to expect in your personal F2F. It's what you make it.
Best of Luck!!!
ps All the Recruiters are great and very kind. Have fun with it.

Thanks for your help, I really appreciate it!

probic2114 in Houston, Texas said: Do anyone have training experience could tell me what type of ditching they train in. The slides or water ditching?

None of our planes have slides.

spreadyourwings in Colorado Springs, Colorado said: it is EXtremely ROUGH...there is no actual water ditching in any pool..only slides..10 HOUR days of classroom learning.. everyday of power point, slides, teacher talking ALL DAY LONG..your sitting the entire time, unless your going to the bathroom or on lunch for 1/2 an hour..its a mental marathon bootcamp from day one..don't go tired..don't go stressed out..learn how to control your emotional stress immediately..it is VERY VERY stressful..if you can manage your stress well..you have a chance of passing day by day..

Skywest DOES NOT have slides on their planes??

For those of you confused or curious on EVACS for Skywest.....This is what you'll learn and be tested on:

Land & Water prepared and unprepared emergency evacuations on each aircraft. We do not have slides on ANY of our aircraft and we don't train water ditching in a pool. Someone mentioned in a earlier post that the training was extremely hard. It's only hard if you don't study and you get caught up in "clicks and gossip". Pay attention in class because they review everything you need to know. Make sure you read your AT HOME packet thoroughly. Have whatever you need memorized prior to training. Come prepared! Good luck Skywest is a wonderful company to work for.

Have fun with training. You are about to meet a large group of friends you'll cherish forever!

TRIMD4TKOFF in nw subs chicago, Illinois said: Skywest DOES NOT have slides on their planes??

your correct..I said it wrong..I meant power point slides..not slides on aircraft..sorry.

Hey,
I was wondering if I'll be drug tested at my group interview session next week or when do they do the test and background checks and stuff? Thanks in advance!

Can any one give me a run down of what all happened at the OH? I'm attending the Houston kne and would like to be informed of what all is on the agenda for the day. Such as self introductions? Or a script read? Thanks!

J said: Can any one give me a run down of what all happened at the OH? I'm attending the Houston kne and would like to be informed of what all is on the agenda for the day. Such as self introductions? Or a script read? Thanks!

Just be yourself its an interview process that generally takes all day due to the numbers of those showing up for the interview. They will have a light orientation at the very beginning to give an "overview" of what the airlines expect for you to commit too, and if you can not or will not commit then that is your opportunity to remove yourself from further interview process..there is no script to read..

Would any current FA's like to detail for me(us) reading this board what a typical work week looks like both on reserve, and once you get a line?
Such as-flight legs, layovers, hotel stays, time off on duty and scheduled time off?
I realize there's probably no *typical* routine...but as they are mostly regional flights how many will you typically make in one 3-4 day trip?
thanks in advance...I am trying to make an informed decision!!
I don't want to have false assumptions about what the job entails.
I am flexible as far as relocation and schedule-so that's OK. In fact that's the GOOD part!!
I just want to know if it's even feasible to try to visit family( brother, kids, grandkids) on my scheduled days off if they happen to be in another city/state.
thanks,

vivalapuza in Port Orange, Florida said: Hey,
I was wondering if I'll be drug tested at my group interview session next week or when do they do the test and background checks and stuff? Thanks in advance!

I guess I'll find out for myself whether I have to get my own physical and tests or if they'll do it at the interview. The big aviation jobs have you go to a certified physician if anybody wondered, that's why I wanted to know if I had to make an appointment or something.

vivalapuza in Port Orange, Florida said: I guess I'll find out for myself whether I have to get my own physical and tests or if they'll do it at the interview. The big aviation jobs have you go to a certified physician if anybody wondered, that's why I wanted to know if I had to make an appointment or something.

just enjoy your interview day..you will not be tested for anything until you are employed which is during training..once someone is invited to attend the training..you are under a conditional offer, passing background checks is one of the many conditions.. have fun at your interview..and don't worry about things so far off in the future..your just going for an interview at this point and good luck!

Are Skywest interviews conducted by same people that interview for ATSE?

Did everyone have a cover letter??? Do you think I need one?

WantToFlyAgain in San Anselmo, California said: Did everyone have a cover letter??? Do you think I need one?

mmmmm I would say not..I did not use one..I personally don't think its necessary, but if you do decide to have one with you at the interview with your resume..keep it short..they are very very busy and may not have much time to read it if at all..but good question.

Hello,

Change of plans for me, I had to cancel my interview in Houston on the 27th due to school. Man, too bad I can't get a refund. But a credit for future flights will do. So now, I'm driving to SLC for the May 3rd Intetview.

Who is all going? Let me know, and see you there!

spreadyourwings in Colorado Springs, Colorado said: mmmmm I would say not..I did not use one..I personally don't think its necessary, but if you do decide to have one with you at the interview with your resume..keep it short..they are very very busy and may not have much time to read it if at all..but good question.

Thank you so much for your thoughtful answer-Much appreciated!

spreadyourwings in Colorado Springs, Colorado said: just enjoy your interview day..you will not be tested for anything until you are employed which is during training..once someone is invited to attend the training..you are under a conditional offer, passing background checks is one of the many conditions.. have fun at your interview..and don't worry about things so far off in the future..your just going for an interview at this point and good luck!

Thank you.

if you're a line holder in MKE and you transfer to like say SLC, are you still consider a line holder in SLC, or do you have to start over as a reserve?

If you scroll back you will find info on the interviews. People were kind enough to post their interview experiences on here.

WantToFlyAgain in San Anselmo, California said: Thank you so much for your thoughtful answer-Much appreciated!

my pleasure!

Well, this is it guys. Anyone attending the Houston OH tomorrow morning with me, I wish you all the best and look forward to meeting you tomorrow!

This forum has been MORE than helpful to me, so I sincerely thank everyone for their input!!

The training is EXTREMELY HARD I have to agree, its ridiculous, it does not have to be that hard,, GOOD LUCK. most people that pass have been F/A'S before or took classes for f/a, or some may have super roomates that help them if not... GOOD LUCK with this one....

newfa in Chicago, Illinois said: i completly agree with u i graduated from the last class and let me tell u i felt like i wass in hight school all over again. People were talking bout eachother and there was so much drama, being on a reality tv show was exactly how i felt, like i was on the bad girls club or something and people were trying to break you, like the training itself was not enough to deal with on its own.

You are not kidding the one that did not pass should have been the f/a and the ones that passed are not even there anymore..its a really srewey industry...never again I do not even know how half of these people are hired its a gamble...High School allover again is correct. Its scary once you see what goes on....

fa1 in Bensenville, Illinois said: You are not kidding the one that did not pass should have been the f/a and the ones that passed are not even there anymore..its a really srewey industry...never again I do not even know how half of these people are hired its a gamble...High School allover again is correct. Its scary once you see what goes on....

That is the silliest thing I have ever heard. Folks, if you can't get it together to pass training at ANY carrier, you simply shouldn't be nor deserve to be a FA until, you are able to pass all qualified training. As for the ones who do pass and choose not to continue in the job or are let go for any number of reasons, that's really not the point here. They were able to not only complete the training, but passed and earn their FAA certification.

I'm so sorry your training experience was like high school all over again. That is a very sad turn of events. These should have been friendships and bonds that will
last you a lifetime. A very special group of people indeed. Doesn't sound like you had that.

All the best to you...

fa1 in Bensenville, Illinois said: The training is EXTREMELY HARD I have to agree, its ridiculous, it does not have to be that hard,, GOOD LUCK. most people that pass have been F/A'S before or took classes for f/a, or some may have super roomates that help them if not... GOOD LUCK with this one....

My experience was completely different. I was in class 3 this year and although it WAS a ton of information, as long as you studied, it was very do-able. Our class mostly got along great, we helped & looked out for each other. True some people didn't make it (4 were sent home, with the possibility of returning at a later date, and 2 or 3 left on their own) but the rest of us are going to be GREAT flight attendants. The instructors were awesome, coming in on their days off just to see us and give us tips.
I made some great friendships that I will cherish forever.
SkyWest is a great company that wants the best people to represent them.

Hey guys, just wondering if someone can give me some idea as to what happens after training is completed. Are we sent home for a while? How long if so? How long before we start working at our assigned base? Any info would be appreciated. thanks! :)

Went to Skywest OH today In Houston (IAH). Was anyone there today for the interview? There were a lot of people in the classes today. I was chosen to do a one on one interview. I'm so excited. And the recruiters are very nice also. The hardest part for me was getting up in front of the class and giving a speech. You have your speech planned but when u get in front of thr room to tell it, you forget what u were going to say, lol.
They said they would let us know either way if we made it to trianing within 5 to 7 business day by email.

Does anyone know if they let you know before then?

Thanks

They let us know on day 4 ;). Just be patient, the day will come. Good luck!

t3hapygls in Vista, California said: My experience was completely different. I was in class 3 this year and although it WAS a ton of information, as long as you studied, it was very do-able. Our class mostly got along great, we helped & looked out for each other. True some people didn't make it (4 were sent home, with the possibility of returning at a later date, and 2 or 3 left on their own) but the rest of us are going to be GREAT flight attendants. The instructors were awesome, coming in on their days off just to see us and give us tips.
I made some great friendships that I will cherish forever.
SkyWest is a great company that wants the best people to represent them.

Thank you so much for the encouragement. I will be attending class May 5th (next week!!!) and reading all of the negative comments about training certainly doesn't help. It's obvious it needs to be taken seriously and that paying attention and studying should be priority. It's nice to hear someone who went through it, didn't have anything negative to say. May I ask where you were based and if your class was all sent to the same place or were you spread out? Did many of you get the domiciles you had hoped for?
Thanks again!

yay2FA in Las Vegas, Nevada said: Hello,

During the F2F interview process, do they go down your resume and ask questions, for example: your reason for leaving previous employers? Even if you provided it on the online application?

I did my research regarding the interview process however, they were a bit outdated. I was hoping to have some insight on how the current F2F interviews are conducted.

Yes they do but all they ask is why your no longer at that position.

It's more senario questions than anything else.

HollyAnn in La Crosse, Wisconsin said: They let us know on day 4 ;). Just be patient, the day will come. Good luck!

Thank you for the info.

Is anyone else here attending May 5th training or am I the only one??

I'm going to the May 3rd interview!

My email is FAWannaBe85@gmail.com if anyone else going wants to chat!! :)

HMA in Longmont, Colorado said: Thank you so much for the encouragement. I will be attending class May 5th (next week!!!) and reading all of the negative comments about training certainly doesn't help. It's obvious it needs to be taken seriously and that paying attention and studying should be priority. It's nice to hear someone who went through it, didn't have anything negative to say. May I ask where you were based and if your class was all sent to the same place or were you spread out? Did many of you get the domiciles you had hoped for?
Thanks again!

being negative is not the point..saying the truth about the REALITY of the whole process is the point. If you cant look at it objectively...and all you want to hear is the postitive..then whay your saying is...I want to be in denial..that only negative people say negative things..very immature..very narrow minded..very unrealistic if you think your going to a training thinking all you have to do is study and you'll pass. And other comments about gossiping is not a real reason why people don't make it..gossiping goes on, in any work environment period, they still work. Speaking of hiring the BEST....I have been disappointed by TWO F/A's in the recent weeks..once when the f/a found out I was employed..the customer service went out the window..I was sitting in the last row..she was so busy engaged in a conversation with ANOTHER ailine crew member that was deadheading...she went on and on about her personal situation with SW completely ignored me and the pax in front of me...I eventually grabbed my own glass from her cart...filled my own glass with ice..while she watched me and continued her conversation..I held my glass up for another 4 min..I finally had to say something..she poured my glass with coke WHILE she looked at the crew member and kept on talking..that went on the entire flight..
very very disappointed in her representation as a F/A with ANY airline..completely unprofessional..

Furthermore..I recently experienced another SW F/A attendant who again was unprofessional the plane was late..while she waited in the general area with the public not once did she smile, not once did she even acknowledge any customer sitting on both sides of her..not once did she engage to a customer and want to even talk..she was very unapproachable...she acted like she got called in the middle of something that was more important..her hair was not combed neatly, no lipgloss or color of any kind..her shoes were by far out of compliance..skuffed, unpolished totally flat beyond the height requirement..and the flight itself was the same..her attitude stunk..and treated the pax's the same as her appearance.."she didn't want to be there"..but she PASSED THE TEST...so once again they do not hire the best..they hire those who can pass for whatever the reasons are at the time the individual can pass..for those who do pass it doesnt make them a better person. She had a poor attitude, unaccebtable behavior..if she were my employee she would have been fired..unacceptable....in fact they need to spend more time on grooming and health and WEIGHT loss..how to keep yourself neat and appearance professional more importantly to be in a positive attitude..smile should be in the mix..body behavior and language should be part of testing..Im sure there are alot that would fail that part..the best comes from within..passing a test has nothing or little to do with who they really are..and an interview is a very small portion of that..the only people that fail are the ones who dont try at all.

thats_so_raven in Houston, Texas said: Well, this is it guys. Anyone attending the Houston OH tomorrow morning with me, I wish you all the best and look forward to meeting you tomorrow!

This forum has been MORE than helpful to me, so I sincerely thank everyone for their input!!

Hello, thats_so_raven in Houston, Texas. I was their yesterday in Houston. I think this forum helped me so much. I got to interview one on one did you. How do you think you did? And who interviewed you? The recruiters were all very nice. I'm just eargly waiting to hear back from them. How about you?
Which class were you in yesterday?

Paris in Houston, Texas said: Went to Skywest OH today In Houston (IAH). Was anyone there today for the interview? There were a lot of people in the classes today. I was chosen to do a one on one interview. I'm so excited. And the recruiters are very nice also. The hardest part for me was getting up in front of the class and giving a speech. You have your speech planned but when u get in front of thr room to tell it, you forget what u were going to say, lol.
They said they would let us know either way if we made it to trianing within 5 to 7 business day by email.

Does anyone know if they let you know before then?

Thanks

i went to the minneapolis open house last month. they said the same thing to us about 5-7 buisneess days after. we acutally got ours at 4 buisness days after. Check your email frequently from the 4th day on since you have to respond to the email withink 72 hours if you are selected to be put in a class. They will then send you a 42 page study packet to do before training! Hope you get it! I did i start traing may 5th.

HMA in Longmont, Colorado said: Is anyone else here attending May 5th training or am I the only one??

im attending may 5th training!

Paris in Houston, Texas said: Hello, thats_so_raven in Houston, Texas. I was their yesterday in Houston. I think this forum helped me so much. I got to interview one on one did you. How do you think you did? And who interviewed you? The recruiters were all very nice. I'm just eargly waiting to hear back from them. How about you?
Which class were you in yesterday?

Hi Paris! I submitted my post earlier, but I guess it didn't update - I was in the first classroom yesterday and yes I made it to the one-on-one interview as well. I was interviewed by a recruiter named Rachel - she was very very nice. I think I did pretty well, but it's too early to say I suppose. I'm pretty anxious too, but honestly I'm just trying not to think about it too much haha. I hope we both get good news though. Good luck to you!

Hi "that's so Raven"

I was in the room (NOT the one closest to the stairs)but the other one.
Is that the one you were in?

I am tall and I had on a Navy Blue suit with my hair(dark) all the way pulled back, long hair. And when we were called back for the one on one interview I was probably 4-5 rOws BACK front the front on the left side of the room.

What about you? I picked the May 26th training. Which one did you choose. I was interviewed by Annette. Good Luck to you. Did you choose IAH for your base, I did for now.

Paris in Houston, Texas said: Hi "that's so Raven"

I was in the room (NOT the one closest to the stairs)but the other one.
Is that the one you were in?

I am tall and I had on a Navy Blue suit with my hair(dark) all the way pulled back, long hair. And when we were called back for the one on one interview I was probably 4-5 rOws BACK front the front on the left side of the room.

What about you? I picked the May 26th training. Which one did you choose. I was interviewed by Annette. Good Luck to you. Did you choose IAH for your base, I did for now.

Oh no, I was in the other room (closest to the stairs). I was sitting in the front row, far left side.

I had on a Navy high waisted skirt, white blouse, and navy/white scarf around my collar. I felt like I was the only one wearing red lipstick, lol.

I chose the May 26th training as well (and for all of those wondering, there is another training June 16). Yup IAH as my base for now too.....oh my nerves will be on edge for the next few days.

cscheff1988 in Minneapolis, Minnesota said: im attending may 5th training!

Yay! E-mail me at hollya1182@gmail.com if you'd like! 1 week from today!!!

OMG, I think you were out in the front after the posted list came out and you were filling out the paper work about the criminal background in a chair.

You were wearing a long sleeve white shirt with a high waited navy skirt with your hair up. And if your the one, maybe you remember me saying to you, (while I was sitting in a chair across from you). I said to you, "hey u already look like a flight attendant". You were tall and thin, very professional and pretty (looks like you work work in the gym).

Do you remember, There was another girl sitting beside me. She was the younger one and I was a little older lol. You were in total concetration when filling out your paper work. Do you remember?

Paris in Houston, Texas said: OMG, I think you were out in the front after the posted list came out and you were filling out the paper work about the criminal background in a chair.

You were wearing a long sleeve white shirt with a high waited navy skirt with your hair up. And if your the one, maybe you remember me saying to you, (while I was sitting in a chair across from you). I said to you, "hey u already look like a flight attendant". You were tall and thin, very professional and pretty (looks like you work work in the gym).

Do you remember, There was another girl sitting beside me. She was the younger one and I was a little older lol. You were in total concetration when filling out your paper work. Do you remember?

That was me + YES I totally remember you!!! Long dark hair in a ponytail + sash around the neck right!? You were so nice to me. Lol, I know I was seriously concentrated (nerves).

thats_so_raven in Houston, Texas said: That was me + YES I totally remember you!!! Long dark hair in a ponytail + sash around the neck right!? You were so nice to me. Lol, I know I was seriously concentrated (nerves).

Haha your so cute! I know you'll get the FA Postion girl. You looked so professional and how did your interview go? They didn't ask any real hard questions. Mine went well also. What part of HOU do you live in and will u have to move to make the 2 hour call in time? :)

Paris in Houston, Texas said: Haha your so cute! I know you'll get the FA Postion girl. You looked so professional and how did your interview go? They didn't ask any real hard questions. Mine went well also. What part of HOU do you live in and will u have to move to make the 2 hour call in time? :)

Psshhh I dunno, but I do appreciate the encouragement so I'll take it :)

You looked very confident and professional too because I remember seeing you around various times during the day (now that I know who you are). I didn't really feel like they asked any hard questions either, and I was actually like "that's it??" when it was over. BUT I don't want to get ahead of myself, lol.

Without getting TOO specific, I live farther north + therefore I would have no problem at all making the 2-hour call time :) You?

hey thats so raven......let me give you my email address so we can chat ok, if you want to. tm_ren1@hotmail.com. Will you please let me know when you get your email from the recruiters?

Thanks

hello I've never commented on this forum before but i have been reading, I went to the OH in houston and was choosen for a 1 on 1 interview as well. It was a great exp.