Arlington and Regency jobs in Jacksonville: a local guide

Arlington sits on the east side of the St. Johns River, between downtown Jacksonville and the beaches. Regency grew up around the I-295 and Atlantic Blvd interchange. Together they hold homes, schools, churches, medical offices, shopping centers and service businesses. All of them need people to keep things running.

This guide is for job seekers who live in Arlington or Regency, or who want to work there. It covers the kinds of work in and near the area and how to get around. It also covers the bridges that link Arlington to the Northside and the roads that lead to the Southside. It ends with how to apply through All Purpose Staffing.

Arlington and Regency at a glance

Arlington is one of Jacksonville's older established areas. Many of its neighborhoods were built decades ago, and its main roads are lined with small businesses, offices and shopping centers. Neighborhoods include Arlington, Arlingwood, Fort Caroline and Hidden Hills.

Regency is the commercial hub on the area's eastern edge. It sits near where I-295, Atlantic Blvd and Southside Blvd come together. Retail, service and office employers cluster around that area.

East of Regency, Atlantic Blvd keeps going toward the Intracoastal Waterway and the beaches. Neighborhoods like Queens Harbour sit along the way. North of Arlington, the St. Johns River curves around Fort Caroline toward the Dames Point Bridge.

That location gives Arlington residents choices. You can look for work close to home. You can also reach the Northside, the Southside and the beaches without crossing the whole city.

What kinds of work are in Arlington

Much of the work in Arlington keeps buildings and businesses running. Schools, churches, retail centers and medical offices need cleaning and upkeep every day. Older buildings also need repairs, so trades workers stay busy here.

Regency's retail, service and office employers hire front desk, administrative and facilities staff. Many of these roles run daytime hours. They can suit workers who want a regular weekday schedule.

Trades helper jobs can be a way into a trade. Helpers carry materials, prepare work areas and learn from experienced and licensed workers. Many trades roles expect basic hand tools, so ask your recruiter what to bring.

Recycling and waste operations also serve the residential streets of Arlington and Fort Caroline. These operations need helpers and sorters who can start early and handle physical work outdoors or on a line.

Here are roles you will often see in and around Arlington.

• Custodian or day porter: cleans and restocks offices, schools, churches and retail buildings.
• Maintenance technician: handles repairs and upkeep in buildings, apartments and commercial sites.
• Trades helper: supports electricians, plumbers and painters on repair and remodel jobs.
• Receptionist or front desk staff: greets visitors, answers phones and keeps the schedule moving.
• Medical front desk or billing clerk: checks patients in, schedules visits and handles office paperwork.
• Recycling sorter or helper: pulls material from a moving line or helps crews at a facility.

Jobs a short drive from Arlington

Arlington residents do not have to stay on the east side to find work. Several job centers sit within reach by bridge or highway.

The Northside is just across the Dames Point Bridge. JAXPORT's Blount Island and Dames Point terminals are there, along with warehouses, cross-docks and plants. Those sites hire material handlers, loaders, pickers, packers and forklift operators.

The Southside office corridor runs along JTB, Baymeadows Rd and Deerwood Park. Offices there hire receptionists, data entry clerks and billing staff. Their buildings also need custodians, porters and maintenance technicians. The APS headquarters on Baymeadows Rd sits in this area.

The beaches are a straight run east on Atlantic Blvd. Hotels, restaurants, retail and coastal homes there need custodial, maintenance and trades help. Downtown is across the Mathews Bridge, with office, custodial and light industrial work.

When you talk with a recruiter, say which directions you are willing to travel. Some people want to stay close to home. Others will cross a bridge for the right job. Both are fine, as long as the commute works every day.

Getting around Arlington

Most trips in Arlington run along a few main roads. Knowing them helps you judge how far a job really is.

Atlantic Blvd runs east and west through the southern part of the area. It passes Regency and continues east to the beaches. Many shopping centers and offices sit along it.

The Arlington Expressway runs east from the Mathews Bridge toward Regency. It is the main fast route between Arlington and downtown. Traffic on it can back up at rush hour, especially near the bridge.

Merrill Rd runs east and west across the northern part of Arlington. It passes older neighborhoods, homes and small businesses. Monument Rd serves neighborhoods on the eastern side, toward Fort Caroline.

Southside Blvd and I-295 both run south from the Regency area toward the Southside. I-295 also runs north toward the Dames Point Bridge. These two roads are how most Arlington residents reach jobs south and north of home.

Crossing the river: the Mathews and Dames Point bridges

The St. Johns River wraps around Arlington on the west and north. Bridges decide how long many commutes take, so it helps to know the main ones.

The Mathews Bridge carries the Arlington Expressway across the river to downtown. From there you can reach I-95 and I-10. If you work downtown, in the Talleyrand area or on the urban Northside, this is often your route.

The Dames Point Bridge carries I-295 across the river between Arlington and the Northside. It is the direct way to Heckscher Dr, Blount Island and the port area. It also connects to I-95 north toward the airport.

Both bridges can slow down at rush hour. A crash or a storm can slow them even more. Leave extra time in your first weeks, and learn a second route in case your usual bridge backs up.

Commuting to the Northside or Southside

Many Arlington residents work across the river or down on the Southside. A little planning makes those commutes easier to keep.

For the Northside, most drivers take I-295 north over the Dames Point Bridge. Port-area jobs off Heckscher Dr are close to the north end of the bridge. Airport-area jobs take a little longer, since you continue to I-95 north. Many Northside sites start early, before buses run often, so a car or carpool helps.

For the Southside, most drivers take I-295 or Southside Blvd south. Those roads lead toward JTB and Baymeadows Rd, where many offices sit. Rush hour traffic near the JTB interchanges can be heavy, so leave room in your morning.

Before you accept any job across town, test the trip.

• Drive or ride the route once at the same time of day as your shift.
• Note where the slow spots are, especially near bridges and interchanges.
• Find a backup route in case of a crash or road work.
• Ask about parking at the job site and where workers should enter.
• Tell your recruiter how long the trip took, so they know what you can keep up.

Riding JTA from Arlington

JTA runs bus service in Arlington and across Jacksonville. Buses can be a good option for jobs near main roads and for daytime office or facilities work.

Service varies by route and time of day. Some job sites sit far from a stop, and early shifts may start before buses run often. Check JTA's route maps and schedules for your exact trip, both to work and back home.

Plan for the whole trip, not just the bus. Count the walk to the stop, any transfer and the walk to the door. Then add some extra time for delays.

If you ride the bus, tell your recruiter. They can look for jobs near transit and with hours that match the schedule. Our guide to getting to work without a car has more tips.

Choosing a job that fits your schedule

A job only works if you can get there every day. Think about your schedule before you think about the title.

Many office, front desk and custodial day porter roles in Arlington and Regency run daytime weekday hours. Recycling and port-area work often start early in the morning. Trades jobs follow the project, and start times can change from one job to the next.

Be honest with your recruiter about child care, school, a second job or other commitments. APS places workers on first shift and more. A shift you can keep is worth more than one that looks good on paper.

Think about weather, too. Recycling, trades and some facilities work happen outdoors or in buildings without full air conditioning. Jacksonville summers are hot and humid, and afternoon storms are common. Ask what the work area is like before you start.

How to apply with All Purpose Staffing

All Purpose Staffing is headquartered in Jacksonville, with an office on Baymeadows Rd. We place workers in Arlington, Regency and across Northeast Florida. Our work includes custodial and facilities, office and medical office, skilled trades and environmental services jobs. Positions include contract, contract-to-hire and direct hire roles.

Applying is simple.

• Browse open jobs on our jobs page, or apply once online and let a recruiter match you.
• Tell us where you live, how you get to work and which directions you will travel.
• Share the shifts and days you can work, and any limits on your schedule.
• List your past jobs, any trades skills or tools you have and any equipment you have run.
• Bring a photo ID and work authorization documents for your hiring paperwork.
• Create an account to get job alerts when new openings are posted.

Many assignments are contract-to-hire. If you do strong work, the employer may hire you directly. After you start, your recruiter stays in touch. If something about the job is not working, tell them early so they can help. We put worker satisfaction first, because people who are treated well stay.

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Related pages

• Browse open jobs
• Apply online
• Arlington and Regency jobs and staffing
• Custodial and facilities jobs
• Getting to work without a car
• Create an account for job alerts