Environmental Services

Who We Are:
Since 1948, The Rescue Mission of Roanoke has been on the mission of “Helping Hurting People in Jesus’ Name.” The Mission nourishes the mind, body, and spirit, through dedicated team members and volunteers that extend the compassion of Christ to our neighbors in need.

We are a faith based, equal opportunity employer.

Environmental Services Technicians serve with the responsibility for upholding the health and safety of the Rescue Mission of Roanoke’s Campus and occupants by ensuring proper sanitation and a clean internal/external environment. These areas include but are not limited to:

• Shelters
• Learning & Resource Centers
• Residential Facilities
• Food Services Dining Hall
• Fralin Free Clinic & Respite
• Fralin Chapel
• Grounds Maintenance

Reports to: Facilities Administrator

Hours of Availability:
Part Time; nonexempt (hourly)
Must be flexible to work between the hours of Saturday- Wednesday or Sunday- Thursday



Compensation: $15.45

Our Team Members should exhibit the following:

• Possess a sincere love of Christ and maintain a Christian walk that is evident of that love.
• Individuals must be willing to adhere to The Rescue Mission of Roanoke’s Code of Ethics.
• Demonstrates a genuine interest in the safety and well-being of our guests and team members.
• Understanding of volunteer engagement and ability to utilize and appreciate volunteers in daily tasks.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to work as scheduled to include holidays and weekends as assigned.
• Strong listening, as well as written & verbal communication skills to execute instructions, keep others informed and exhibit professionalism.
• Demonstrated attention to detail/strong organizational skills to assist with multiple daily assignments and special projects.
• Ambitious to exceed expectations.

Job Specific Qualifications:

• A basic knowledge of general cleaning procedures.
• Working knowledge of janitorial and related equipment and chemicals needed to complete janitorial duties.
• Ability to perform general maintenance of equipment utilized in the department.
• Exhibits a great attention to detail to maintain the cleanliness of the Mission.
• Willingness to exceed “Mission standard” expectations.
• Ability to lead for engagement of residential and community volunteers to complete the daily scheduled tasks, and special custodial projects.
• Expected to cover custodial duties for the entire main campus as assigned.

Career Summary:
Responsible for upholding the health and safety of the Rescue Mission of Roanoke’s Campus and occupants by ensuring proper sanitation and a clean internal/external environment. Complete the tasks in a consistent and timely manner alongside of or in the absence of volunteers from the community and/or the Mission’s residential programs. Responsible for maintaining and distributing cleaning supplies at all custodian closets located throughout the main campus. Communicate verbally and/or electronically the status of all custodial assignments to the appropriate Ministries affected by the completion of the assignments. Safety is everyone’s responsibility. Be aware of safety/security concerns and report to the appropriate person(s).

Tasks include but are not limited to:

• Infection Control – sanitize & clean contact surfaces; special attention to high traffic/common areas.
• Floor Care – vacuum carpets; sweep/mop floors; finish/buff floors
• Restroom Care – sanitize, clean, and restock restrooms (includes walls & floors)
• Window Care – clean windows and glass surfaces
• Room Care – detailing of rooms to include dusting, windows & floor care
• Trash Collection/Disposal - campus wide
• Cleanliness of the reusable equipment such as wet and dry mop heads, rags, etc.
• Serves to prevent the spread of illnesses and infections within the clinic; special attention to high traffic/common areas.

• Enforce infection control procedures.
• Proper disposal of biohazardous materials and medical waste from surgery and exam rooms.

Volunteer Engagement: A strategy that builds the capacity of Rescue Mission through employee and volunteer partnership. It is built on the development and implementation of high-impact, meaningful volunteer opportunities that create positive outcomes for the organization and the volunteer.


All Rescue Mission of Roanoke team members may be asked to complete other duties as assigned by the Facilities Administrator or the Mission Leadership team.


Physical demands essential to performing the job duties of this position (not an all-inclusive list).

Prolonged periods of standing, stooping, twisting, turning, pushing, pulling

Lift up to 35 pounds; not repetitive

Frequent contact with hazardous cleaning materials

Temperatures may vary depending on activity/events; indoor/outdoor exposure

Noise levels may vary depending on activity/event and/or location

Consistently - Communicating with others to exchange information

Frequent - Moving around to accomplish a task



The Rescue Mission of Roanoke is a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace.



We look forward to reviewing your qualifications!