Utility (Full-Time)

Goodwin Living Career Center; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

DailyPay

Tuition Assistance

Citizenship/DACA support

ESL tutoring

Staff emergency grants

Free meals & fitness access

Job summary

Goodwin Living Career Center is seeking a Utility Person to maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and order in the Dining Services Department. The role pays $20.00/hr with a 1pm-9pm schedule and includes weekend work.

Candidates should be able to read, write, and follow instructions, communicate well with residents and staff, and maintain a neat, professional appearance. Full-time benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and comprehend instructions.
• Must possess effective verbal communication skills to engage with staff, residents and management.
• Must be able to deal tactfully with others.
• Must be well groomed and present a professional appearance.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and sanitizes trash containers per department guidelines.
• Sweeps, mops, and hoses kitchen areas regularly or as needed.
• Collects and disposes of used kitchen grease according to procedures.
• Performs detailed cleaning of facilities, appliances, and equipment to maintain sanitation standards.
• Supports other kitchen functions including receiving, storage, prep, dish machine and meal service.

Skills

Verbal communication

Reading & writing

Tactful interaction

Professional appearance

Job description

Celebrated as the #5 Top Workplace in the D.C. region for 2025 by The Washington Post since 2019, Goodwin Living is more than a team – it's a global family of individuals who represent more than 70 countries.

Goodwin Living is proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace in the greater Washington, D.C. region by The Washington Post every year since 2019 — and now nationally by USA Today. Since 2022, we’ve also been annually recognized as one of the top 100 employers for interns by the Top Virginia Employers for Intern Awards. These honors are based entirely on feedback from our team members, gathered through an annual third-party survey. Here’s what they say makes us stand out:

• Embracing Diversity:Our strength is in our diverse team from over 65 countries, fostering an inclusive and vibrant culture that values every voice.
• Growth and Opportunities:We bolster personal and professional development, offering myriad opportunities, from on-the-job training to mentorship programs and financial support, to help you reach your full potential.
• Valuing Our Team Members:By prioritizing team member satisfaction, we create a fulfilling work environment with competitive benefits, work-life balance, and recognition programs, ensuring our team feels appreciated and valued.

About The Position

We are looking for a Utility Person who will be primarily responsible for maintaining the overall cleanliness, sanitation, and order of the Dining Services Department according to departmental standards. The pay is$20.00/hr and the schedule is1pm-9pm with weekends.

Job Duties

• Cleans and sanitizes trash containers in accordance with department guidelines.
• Sweeps, mops and hoses kitchen areas regularly or as needed.
• Collects and disposes of used kitchen grease according to proper handling procedures.
• Performs detailed cleaning of facilities, appliances, and equipment as assigned to maintain departmental sanitation standards.
• Supports other kitchen functions as needed, including receiving, food storage, food prep, dish machine, and meal service.

Job Requirements

• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with others.
• Must be able to read, write, and comprehend instructions.
• Must possess effective verbal communication skills in order to engage with staff, residents and management.
• Must be well groomed, practice good personal hygiene, and project a professional appearance.

A sampling of our many benefits!

We’ve got you covered with incredible benefits, whether you work full-time, part-time, or PRN (as needed). Here’s a glimpse of what we offer to Full-Time team members:

• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• DailyPay: Work and get paid the same day!
• Tuition Assistance for Career Development
• Financial assistance with U.S. Citizenship application or DACA Renewal
• Tutoring for ESL, Citizenship Test & GED
• Staff Emergency Grants
• Free Meals, Access to a Fitness Center, Pool, and More

About Goodwin Living

At Goodwin Living, we can all find work with purpose! As a nonprofit senior living and healthcare organization based in Alexandria, Virginia, we are driven by our mission: to support, honor and uplift the lives of older adults and those who care for them. Our commitment to our team members is written directly into that statement. We create an enriching and supportive work environment that has earned us Top Workplace recognition by The Washington Post since 2019 and, more recently, national recognition by USA Today. These honors reflect the culture our team members foster every day — one rooted in purpose, belonging, and growth.

Goodwin Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an AARP Employer Pledge Signer. We take pride in our inclusive work culture that values diversity and fosters talent. With us, you are more than just a team member; you are part of a community committed to excellence and continuous learning.