Goodwill to open a new 17,000-square-foot store in North Texas and hire 40 people
Goodwill North Central Texas is gearing up to open a new store in the Metroplex.
The Fort Worth-based nonprofit announced Monday that an 17,000-square-foot store is coming to Arlington at 4400 Little Road, suite 105. The new store will be located in the Southwest Plaza shopping center, near a Cicis Pizza and Dollar Tree.
Remodeling has already begun on the Arlington store, which is expected to open in mid-June.
“Every Goodwill store plays a crucial role in funding our mission, turning donations and purchases into life-changing opportunities for individuals facing barriers to employment,” said David Cox, president and CEO of Goodwill North Central Texas, in a press release.
Goodwill expects the new store to create 35 to 40 jobs in Arlington.
A hiring event, with on-the-spot hiring, is set from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 29. Goodwill is looking to hire a variety of employees, including part-time, full-time, key holders and assistant managers.
Pay starts at $14.25 an hour and includes employee discounts and benefits. To learn more about jobs or to apply online, visit here.
While based in Fort Worth, Goodwill North Central Texas serves 18 counties in the region.
The nonprofit has 25 retail locations across the Metroplex, including four in Arlington. The thrift store sells used items and takes donations.
