Customer Service Agent at Allegiant Air

South Bend, Indiana, United States

Allegiant Air Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Part TimeJob Type
NoVisa
AirlinesIndustries

Requirements

  • Authorized to work in the US as defined by the Immigration Act of 1986
  • Pass a Criminal Background Check
  • High School Diploma/GED (combination of education and experience considered)
  • Minimum one (1) year customer service experience
  • At least 18 years of age
  • Possess a valid driver’s license
  • People oriented, highly motivated with a positive and friendly attitude
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Ability to work efficiently under time constraints
  • Available to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and long hours during irregular operations
  • Well groomed and adhere to the dress code policy
  • Able to attend required training
  • Strong computer skills and ability to use general office equipment
  • Ability to work in extreme weather conditions
  • Upon offer, remain in trainee status until successful completion of all practical and written curriculum
  • Physical ability to stand, sit, talk, hear, see, reach, stoop, kneel, climb, use hands/fingers to operate tools/equipment (hand trucks, carts, ramps, tugs, etc.), lift/carry up to 100 lbs., push/pull up to 300 lbs

Responsibilities

  • Process tickets, check baggage, monitor carry-on baggage for size and quantity, and assign seats
  • Provide information on arrival and departure times, boarding procedures, carry-on regulations, and seat assignments
  • Handle denied boarding situations, solicit volunteers, re-accommodate customers and provide hotel, meal, and taxi vouchers when appropriate
  • Ensure compliance with FAA, Allegiant Air and airport regulations
  • Enforce safety/security measures and monitor sensitive safety zones
  • Assist customers with special needs, i.e., customers who need assistance in boarding
  • Ad hoc assignments as requested by the Lead or Supervisor
  • Complete required reports
  • Meet arriving flights at baggage carousel to ensure proper handling of bags
  • Monitor baggage carousel for unclaimed baggage
  • Store unclaimed bags in Baggage Service Office until claimed or turned over to System Baggage Services
  • Handle delayed baggage issues, ensuring a written report is completed and follow up with customers until the bag is located, or the file is sent to Systems Baggage Services
  • Inform customers of Allegiant Air policies and procedures regarding lost, damaged, or replacement baggage and pilferage claims
  • Provide consequential expenses to applicable customers when there is a delayed bag
  • Ensure delivery of baggage to the affected customer for late arriving or misloaded bags
  • Follow-up with customers regarding lost baggage, replacement of damaged bags, car seats, strollers, etc
  • Trace loaner wheelchairs, car seats, etc
  • Track replaced, damaged, and misloaded baggage
  • Assist with lost and found articles
  • Maneuver jet bridge or other motorized equipment as directed
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Provide customer service to all customers, including scheduled or charter services, attentively handling inquiries promptly and completing transactions per company policy and procedures

Skills

Customer Service
Verbal Communication
Written Communication
Computer Skills
Ticketing
Baggage Handling
Carry-on Monitoring
Boarding Procedures
Denied Boarding Handling

Allegiant Air

Low-cost airline for leisure travel

About Allegiant Air

Allegiant Air operates a low-cost airline that connects travelers from smaller cities to popular leisure destinations. The airline uses an all-jet fleet and offers low fares, making air travel affordable. In addition to flights, Allegiant provides travel-related products like hotel rooms, rental cars, and entertainment tickets, which can be purchased through its website. Since starting in 1999 with just one aircraft, Allegiant has grown to operate over 350 routes across the United States with a fleet of more than 92 aircraft. The company focuses on providing value and convenience for leisure travelers, offering both individual flight tickets and bundled vacation packages that include various travel services.

Las Vegas, NevadaHeadquarters
1999Year Founded
$746MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Consumer GoodsIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Profit Sharing
Medical Travel Reimbursement
Legal, Identity and Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Flight Benefits
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays

Risks

Competition from other ultra-low-cost carriers like Avelo Airlines may impact market share.
Rapid route expansion may strain operational resources and affect service quality.
Reliance on seasonal routes could lead to inconsistent revenue streams during off-peak seasons.

Differentiation

Allegiant Air connects small cities to premier leisure destinations with low-cost fares.
The airline offers bundled travel packages, including hotels and rental cars, for convenience.
Allegiant's all-jet fleet ensures high efficiency and reliability in operations.

Upsides

Increased demand for domestic leisure travel boosts Allegiant's bookings by 15% in 2023.
The 'workcation' trend could increase demand for Allegiant's bundled travel packages.
Allegiant's route expansion in 2025 introduces 44 new nonstop connections.

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