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eNPS Score
Q&A With Southwest Airlines Employees
We are committed to providing our Southwest Family a work environment where they can be themselves and be recognized for the unique perspectives they each bring forward. Diversity and Inclusion aren’t just buzzwords—they’re woven into the way we run our business, and they’re reflected in our world-famous Culture.
How employees describe working at Southwest Airlines
Doesn’t price gouge on add on far
Years ago the best company in the industry. Great leadership competative wages, over the years both are questionable.
great service and reasonable cost on flights
no other comment can answer
New to the company and the growth and freedom you get is amazing!
What it's like to work at Southwest Airlines
- Southwest Airlines employees generally work 9.2 hrs a day
- Employees at Southwest Airlines report the work pace is comfortably fast
- On a typical day, employees at Southwest Airlines have 0 meetings
- 89% of Southwest Airlines employees look forward to interacting with their team every day
- Southwest Airlines employees most often take 20-30 paid vacation and sick days each year
- 71% of Southwest Airlines employees report they are happy with their work life balance
- Southwest Airlines employees typically get valuable feedback on how to improve at work Once a quarter
- 80% of Southwest Airlines employees call their work environment positive
Q&A With Southwest Airlines Employees
IDX: 0 TOT: 68
What's the best part of your job at Southwest Airlines?
We wear costumes at Halloween and we dance on stage for Divali!
Travel benefits and helping the traveling public.
Free travel
What was the most difficult question that was asked during your interview at Southwest Airlines?
do you like working with people?
What is one negative thing about you?
What unique perks and benefits does Southwest Airlines provide?
Top Employee Response
free travel and medical
Free travel
What is the best part about your compensation package at Southwest Airlines?
Top Employee Response
Profit sharing and 100% 401k match up to 9.3% of pay.
I'm rewarded based on my own merits as well as company performance.
What do you like best about the leadership team at Southwest Airlines?
Great vision and support for the future.
They're humble and approachable
What benefits does Southwest Airlines provide?
You name it!!!! Southwest is an AMAZING place to work. From the great medical and retirement benefits, along with travel and flexible schedules. Can’t beat it. Plus, the SWA family is always amazing!
What should I wear for an interview at Southwest Airlines?
business causal to business formal
What are company outings like at Southwest Airlines?
Fun, fun, fun! Southwest Airlines does not skimp on throwing a party.
What is the daily attire at Southwest Airlines?
One of my favorite things about Southwest Airlines is the dress code. We can wear shorts and a tshirt if we'd like. I normally wear jeans and a dress shirt. Some people dress in business attire. It is up to the individual, as long as it is respectful. All contract employees wear the company uniforms.
What is Southwest Airlines' policy towards pets in the workplace?
We do not allow pets in our workplace. I would be the first to vote that in as I have 4 dogs and love animals.
How's the work life balance at Southwest Airlines?
some take all the time and others are overtime to cover these people manipulate the job.
How's the feedback process at Southwest Airlines?
30 day
In your opinion, what are the most common interview questions that Southwest Airlines asks?
do you like working with people
What Operations department questions did Southwest Airlines ask during your job interview?
customer service related
How does Southwest Airlines handle HR issues?
its all handled at the HQ VP level.
How innovative is Southwest Airlines?
could be more
How does Southwest Airlines measure success and growth in the Operations department?
people coming to work
What skills do you need to be successful in the Operations department at Southwest Airlines?
endurance to overtime
Why work for Southwest Airlines?
Good work rules and fairly treated by management.
If you could make changes, how would you improve the culture at Southwest Airlines?
A general gratitude for being employed.
How flexible is your work schedule at Southwest Airlines?
They have a Flex Time program. Basically you are expected to work core hours (8-5). I know some people work 6-3 or 9-6 but if will attend later (or earlier) meetings if required. If you need to go to Dr or whatever, you work that out with your manager.
What are your coworkers at Southwest Airlines like?
Friendly, fun, caring, helpful, and supportive like family.
How does Southwest Airlines make decisions around promotions?
By interviewing the candidate.
How's the work pace at Southwest Airlines?
Quick on most days, Saturday’s are usually the slowest unless there are weather or maintenance issues.
How much and how often do raises happen at Southwest Airlines?
Top Employee Response
Yearly per union contract until you are topped out. Once you’ve topped out, you only get a raise when a new contract comes out which is usually every 5 years.
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Should I work at Southwest Airlines?
66% of Southwest Airlines employees would encourage their friends to become coworkers, whereas 12% are neutral and 22% would not recommend working at Southwest Airlines to their friends.
| 66% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 12% | Passive |
| 22% | Detractors |
