Should I apply for Onboard Services Supervisor?

[ConsideringApplying]

I hope I am not intruding on your space. I am considering sending my resume to apply for the Onboard Services Supervisor positions that are available at SFO on UA.

I know this may be a type of management position, but United says you spend ~40% of your work week in the air working with the FAs.

So...it would really help if you can provide any sort of inside comment on what these people really do (and if you recommend/don't recommend it as a career!)

Please be honest. I only know a couple of FAs and your perspective would really mean a lot to me. I listen to advice from those who know.

Thanks in advance. Don't be afraid to be blunt about the job - it's always better to hear it how it is from someone who has experience.

Grateful,
John

P.S. I don't know why the web site labeled me as a Crewmember...clearly I'm not (I think it was automatic).

[flyboydc]

If you really spend 40% of your time in the air, then why haven't I seen more supervisors on my flights? It mostly seems to be a desk job, which is great for some people.

The supervisors I've made friends with have told me that they spend most of their time dealing with disciplinary issues, such as sick calls and DNF's. This, in my opinion, will put you in an awkward position, as most flight attendants this UAL's sick call policy is ridiculous.

Right now, with the tense relations between UAL and its flight attendants, being in management could be very uncomfortable, and you could be asked to do things you don't like against the flight attendants.

If you really like desk jobs, if you're a "company" person, and you don't mind dealing with disciplinary issues, then maybe it's a job for you. I wouldn't even consider it for myself.

Also, the "crewmember" label only indicates your participation on this discussion board, the CrewRumors board of the CrewStart page. Get it? It's not meant to imply that you're a flight attendant or pilot.

[This message has been edited by flyboydc (edited March 29, 2001).]