Air Canada Jazz endorses and uses the Inflight Institute.com
for Flight Attendant hiring
(The below message was provided and is approved by Air Canada Jazz)
To Apply
Air Canada Jazz is hiring Bilingual Full Time Flight Attendants in Calgary for an October 2009 training session. Visit www.flyjazz.ca/careers
Company Profile ~ Type of Operation & Aircraft Type
Canada's second largest airline, Air Canada Jazz serves over 85 destinations in Canada and the United States with a fleet of regional jet and turboprop aircraft. We operate over 848 flights a day and carry over 9 million passengers each year. Headquartered in Halifax with close to 5,000 employees, Jazz offers a professional working environment and opportunities for individual career growth.
Jazz is an employment equity employer. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply.
Air Canada Jazz Flight Attendants are based in Halifax, Montreal, Toronto, Calgary and Vancouver.
Hiring Criteria
We are always looking for people whose nature and personalities reflect those of Jazz; people who are confident, creative, innovative, and able to lead. We look for people with panache, youthfulness, a real sense of humour, a big heart, and a deep love of the communities in which they live and we serve.
Successful candidates will be committed to providing excellent customer service and be able to deliver the high quality service for which Air Canada Jazz is recognized.
Successful candidates will meet the following criteria:
- Communicate effectively in both FRENCH and ENGLISH (candidates must successfully complete language testing to be considered);
- 18 years of age or older;
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Canadian citizenship or Permanent Resident status as well as the ability to travel to the US without restrictions;
- Two years customer service work experience;
- Height must be 5'11" or less (including a one (1) inch heel) due to the size of some of our aircraft;
- Hold a current passport and any additional visa documentation required to fly within the USA;
- Must obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Identification ID pass (to be obtained upon employment);
- Must successfully complete the Company approved Initial Flight Attendant Training program with Company Standards (approximately 6 weeks in duration);
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills;
- Must have a high energy level and be well groomed.
- Must have a positive attitude and work well unsupervised;
- Must be able to meet our medical standards.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.
- Certificate of completion from the Inflight Institute.com (Course CT201)
Pass Mark of Online Training—Air Canda Jazz Standard: Online exams are administered automatically at set intervals throughout the course. The pass mark for the online program is 85% on all exams. Throughout the course you will be allowed two (2) re-write exams. You must meet these criteria to be considered for a position with Air Canada Jazz.
Required Inflight Institute Traning Course:
CT201 (One Flight Attendant Onboard) Certificate Program
The above-required program(s) are delivered through the Inflight Institute.com's online training system and must be completed successfully prior to classroom training.
Many airlines use the Inflight Institute for Flight Attendant recruitment including Air Canada Jazz. The use of the Inflight Institute.com holds many benefits, not only for the airline but also for those who are considering a career as a Flight Attendant.
By requiring all applicants to gain a certificate of completion, everyone can be assured that the candidate is right for the job and holds a minimum level of knowledge required by the airline.
How Does it Work?
- When Air Canada Jazz plans a Flight Attendant ground school (hiring) they will contact the Inflight Institute to review a list of candidates who have completed the program. Based on this review, Air Canada Jazz may select individuals for an interview.
- From the interviewed candidates, Air Canada Jazz will invite successful applicants to initial ground school training.
Note: Successful completion of the Inflight Institute does *NOT* guarantee an interview, a position with Air Canada Jazz, or ground school.
