Originally Posted by
MSPeconomist
For a few, cross training might be an effective career path to higher positions in the company.
Does anyone know what the normal pay differentials would be for the various groups, i.e., relatively inexperienced FA versus GA or reservation (phone) agent? Call center agents often work from home, so they could be located anywhere with an appropriate internet connection and equipment, but training in person might be preferred. Most FAs already live close to a major airport (but not necessarily their FA base, as many commute by plane to work), so airport positions wouldn't be precluded, although the distribution of FA residences might not correspond well to where DL needs airport staff.
Gate Agents and Res Employees are on the same payscale, and is far less hourly than a flight attendant. Granted, when comparing the hours worked each month, the monthly take home is about the same.
Res Agents can't work from home anywhere, they must be within a few hours of an existing res center. Work from home also typically isn't offered until the agent has been working for several months, and isnt guaranteed... interested employees have to bid for it.