Customer Assistance Representative Full Time

Customer Assistance RepresentativeAmerican Airlines is seeking a full time Customer Assistance Representative at the San Diego International Airport. The terms and conditions of this position are covered by the CWA-IBT Collective Bargaining Agreement. If you are a member of CWA-IBT union workgroup, you must submit a transfer request and not apply to this job posting. Please go to and submit a transfer request. This job will continue to be posted until at least 08-31-26. If interested please apply prior to this date.The Customer Assistance Representative interacts with customers in a courteous, efficient, friendly and professional manner. Starting pay is $17.25 per hour.These are the essential functions of the job:Greeting customers when they enter the airport or arrive in the ticket areaMonitoring the ticket counter area to ensure it is in compliance with safety policies and proceduresAssisting customers with self-service kiosk check-in and kiosk baggage processing (e.g., printing boarding passes and receipts)Servicing and maintaining kiosk machines (e.g., load paper, clean surfaces)Troubleshooting kiosk technology issues to identify the source of issues or errorsCommunicating with IT about kiosk technology issues that require additional servicingVerifying that customers' carry-on baggage complies with FAA/American Airlines polices (e.g., size, quantity)Verifying and clearing travel documents (e.g., passports, visas) for customers traveling internationally (e.g., using the Timatic database available in the kiosk)Assisting customers with checked baggage processing (e.g., completing credit card transaction, self-tagging, verifying weight)Queuing lines in ticket counter areas based on departure times or type of assistance needed (e.g., special assistance, to reduce volume of lines or wait time)Accepting and activating customers' self-tagged baggage at the activation stationPhysically moving baggage throughout the ticket counter area (e.g., move checked baggage to belt, move oversized bags to designated oversized baggage location)Assisting customers with checking their assistive devices, sporting equipment, and other oversized items (e.g., verify adherence to appropriate policies)Refer customers to customer service agents when appropriatePerforming clearance and verification of documents at kiosksAssisting with the physical movement of non-ambulatory customers as they board, deplane, or otherwise move throughout the gate and larger terminal areaAssisting unaccompanied minors with boarding, deplaning, or other transportationProviding customers with gate information and directionsPerforming paging activities (e.g., to announce forgotten items, to ask customers to return to locked bags) (at some airports)Possibly performing additional related duties as deemed operationally necessary by management consistent with the collective bargaining agreementReporting to position on time, as scheduled, and at your assigned station or location, including mandatory overtime requirements, varying shifts, weekends, and holidaysComplete job-relevant trainingsAdhere to government regulations (e.g., DOT, FAA, TSA)Adhere to company policies, procedures, and performance standardsWear uniforms as required by company policyProvide quality customer service in a professional manner in accordance with American's guidelinesUse multiple internal resources/systems, including during customer interactionsMinimum qualifications:High School diploma or GED or international equivalentMust be 18 years of age or olderRead, write, fluently speak and understand the English languageBilingual language skills may be required in some locationsApplicable valid driver's license as required by local authoritiesCompletion of a pre-employment drug screen, comprehensive background check and/or fingerprinting to satisfy company and security requirementsMust fulfill FAA criminal background checks to qualify for unescorted access privileges to airport security identification display areas (SIDA), if applicableMust be able to secure appropriate airport authority and/or US Customs security badges, if applicableMust be authorized to work in the U.S.Preferred qualifications:Working knowledge of Sabre or any other Passenger Service SystemPrevious face to face Customer Service experienceWorking in a fast pace environmentWhat you'll get:Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.Health Benefits: On day one, you'll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that's just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that's why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and moreFeel free to be yourself at American. From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Employee Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.