Ability-Focused Job Fair Coming to OKC

Job seekers of all abilities have an opportunity to connect with inclusive employers at the upcoming Ability-Focused Job Fair, co-hosted by DRTC (Dale Rogers Training Center) and Goodwill Industries of Central Oklahoma.

The event, held at Metro Technology Center’s Springlake Campus will feature the following accommodations:

  • American Sign Language (ASL) & Spanish interpreters
  • Accessible parking & wide aisles
  • Sensory-sensitive room
  • Visual aids/services

Vocational Rehabilitation Services will be at the event, along with Employment Training Specialists to help job seekers navigate the job fair and interview for open positions. This event is open to the public so there is no need to RSVP. We look forward to seeing you there!

What: Ability-Focused Job Fair

Where: Metro Tech Center’s Springlake Campus

STEM Building

1901 Springlake Dr.

Oklahoma City, OK 73111

When: October 11, 10am-1pm

Three people, right, visitng with Goodwill staff, left, with a long table between them at the Ability-Focused Job Fair.
Ability-Focused Job Fair at the State Fairgrounds, February 2022

Junior Cook

DRTC supports military personnel year-round at the Vanwey Dining Facility located on Tinker AFB. Jr. Cooks have an opportunity to assist in the preparation for full food service meals with a highly
professional culinary team. Also part of the federal government’s infrastructure, Jr. Cooks are essential for supporting our military customers.

Location

Tinker Air Force Base

Hours

  • Full-time/Part-time schedules available
  • Morning/Afternoon/Evening shifts available

Pay & Benefits

waiting period applies (criteria apply)

Hourly Wage $17.20

  • Sick/Personal Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation – Two (2) weeks paid vacation after 1 year of service.
  • Health Insurance – No cost for full-time/part-time employees
  • HoneyBee Program – Employee financial wellness
  • 401(k) retirement plan – DRTC matches up to 4% of wages which are
    full vested after three years of employment

Career Advancement Opportunities

The Jr Cook position is a great way to build professional culinary and hospitality work skills, develop an employment history, demonstrate work ethics, and increase confidence in meeting personal employment goals. These skills are beneficial for any future employment opportunities in the food service or hospitality industry.
The Jr. Cook to Sr. Cook Program was created to provide an opportunity for the staff to learn new skills.

Woman serving food in industrial kitchen.

Tinker Air Force Base Location

Custodian

Custodians are a critical part of the federal government’s infrastructure and are essential in providing a safe and healthy workplace. The Custodian position is responsible for ensuring these federal facilities function and look their very best.

Locations

Tinker Air Force Base, FAA Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center, Downtown OKC Federal Office Buildings

Hours

  • Full-time/Part-time schedules available
  • Morning/Afternoon/Evening shifts available

Pay & Benefits

waiting period applies (criteria apply)

Hourly Wage $17.20

  • Sick/Personal Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation – Two (2) weeks paid vacation after 1 year of service
  • Health Insurance – No cost for full-time/part-time employees
  • HoneyBee Program – Employee financial wellness
  • 401(k) retirement plan – DRTC matches up to 4% of wages which are
    full vested after three years of employment

Locations

Tinker Air Force Base

FAA Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center

Downtown OKC Federal Office Buildings

Qualification Summary

Janitorial experience is not required. Must be 18 years old or older. Background checks are required to enter work site/facility and other employment screenings may be necessary as required by the agency.

Must be able to work independently or with a small team. Physical requirements for the job include, but are not limited to, standing for the full shift, lifting up to 50 lbs and able to carry up to 100 ft.

Employees at Tinker AFB and FAA must be able to meet the DRTC transportation service at the main gate to work their assigned schedule. No referral needed.

View full Job Description for complete list of requirements and/or qualifications

This position is specifically set-aside to employ a person with a disability

Documentation of a disability is required. A written report/letter signed by a licensed physician, psychiatrist, or qualified psychologist must be provided on letterhead with the address. The report/letter must provide the nature and extent of the person’s disability, be dated and signed by the professional, and include his/her credentials.

Any disabling condition(s) may be considered as long as it meets all areas of qualification. Types of qualifying disabilities include:

Traumatic Brain Injury, Intellectual Disability, Autism, Learning Disability, Mental Illness, Epilepsy/Seizure Disorder, Hearing Impairment, Visual Impairment/Blindness, Physical Disability and Medical Conditions which also limit ability to maintain employment.

Dale Rogers Training Center is an EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer

Career Advancement Opportunities

Career Opportunities include the Janitor to Lead Program for career advancement.
The Custodian position is a great way to build work skills, develop an employment history, demonstrate work ethics, and increase confidence in meeting personal employment goals. These skills are beneficial for any future employment opportunities.

Lead and Supervisor

Man holding a clipboard with two workers listening to him.

Strong teams are the key to success at our custodial contracts. Leads are responsible for leading individual crews and Supervisors multiple teams. DRTC is always looking for strong team leaders who are capable of managing staff while monitoring products and materials.

Locations

Tinker Air Force Base, FAA Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center, Downtown OKC Federal Office Buildings

Hours

  • Full-time/Part-time schedules available
  • Morning/Afternoon/Evening shifts available

Pay & Benefits

waiting period applies (criteria apply)

Hourly Wage $18.25 to $22.00

  • Sick/Personal Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation – Two (2) weeks paid vacation after 1 year of service
  • Health Insurance – No cost for full-time/part-time employees
  • HoneyBee Program – Employee financial wellness
  • 401(k) retirement plan – DRTC matches up to 4% of wages which are
    full vested after three years of employment

Tinker Air Force Base

FAA Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center

Downtown OKC Federal Office Buildings

Qualifications Summary

Qualifications for Lead and Supervisor include 1-2 years experience in custodial work and previous supervisory experience is preferred.

Regular shifts, job advancement opportunities, and outstanding benefits are just part of the opportunity as an employee of our professional, CIMS certified, custodial services. If you have experience with leading a team, contact us today to find out about this great career opportunity supporting federal customers as part of Oklahoma’s critical infrastructure.

Dale Rogers Training Center is an EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer

Career Advancement Opportunities

The Janitor to Lead and to Supervisor Programs were created to provide an opportunity for staff to learn new skills.
The skills obtained prepare them for promotion. This program is designed to allow people to learn new skills at their pace. After completing the program, the employee may continue in the program or remain in their position.

Food Service Worker

DRTC supports military personnel year-round at the Vanwey Dining Facility located on Tinker AFB. Food Service Workers have an opportunity to help prepare nutritious meals with top-quality service in a highly professional work environment. Also part of the federal government’s infrastructure, Food Service Workers are essential for supporting our military customers.

Woman serving food.
Lonita serves a heaping portion of steamed brussels sprouts to Airman 1st Class Devin Watrous, with the 552nd Operations Support Squadron, at the Vanwey Dining Facility Feb. 7. (Air Force photo by Kelly White)

Location

A food service worker cooking at a grill at Tinker Air Force Base.

Tinker Air Force Base

Hours

  • Full-time/Part-time schedules available
  • Morning/Afternoon/Evening shifts available

Pay & Benefits

waiting period applies (criteria apply)

Hourly Wage $17.20

  • Sick/Personal Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation – Two (2) weeks paid vacation after 1 year of service.
  • Health Insurance – No cost for full-time/part-time employees
  • HoneyBee Program – Employee financial wellness
  • 401(k) retirement plan – DRTC matches up to 4% of wages which are
    full vested after three years of employment

Tinker Air Force Base Location

Qualification Summary

Experience in food service or the completion of a certified training program is preferred, but not required. Must be 18 years old or older. Background checks are required to enter work site/facility and other employment screenings may be necessary as required by the agency.
Physical requirements for the job include, but are not limited to, standing for the full shift, lifting up to 50 lbs and able to carry up to 100 ft.
Employees at Tinker AFB must be able to meet the DRTC transportation service at the main gate to work their assigned schedule. No referral needed.

View full Job Description for complete list of requirements and/or qualifications

DRTC is an EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer

Career Advancement Opportunities

Career opportunities include the Food Service Worker to Jr Cook Program for career advancement.
The Food Service Worker position is a great way to build work skills, develop an employment history, demonstrate work ethics, and increase confidence in meeting personal employment goals. These skills
are beneficial for any future employment opportunities in the food service or hospitality industry.

Senior Cook

The Sr. Cook brings their knowledge and experience to oversee all daily meal preparation, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner service.
The United States Air Force constructs all recipes which consist of region-specific items combined with an international flair.

Location

Yong holding a tray of food at DRTC's Food Service contract at Tinker Air Force Base.

Tinker Air Force Base

Hours

  • Full-time/Part-time schedules available
  • Morning/Afternoon/Evening shifts available

Pay & Benefits

waiting period applies (criteria apply)

Hourly Wage $18.25

  • Sick/Personal Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation – Two (2) weeks paid vacation after 1 year of service.
  • Health Insurance – No cost for full-time/part-time employees
  • HoneyBee Program – Employee financial wellness
  • 401(k) retirement plan – DRTC matches up to 4% of wages which are
    full vested after three years of employment

Tinker Air Force Base Location

Qualification Summary

At least five years of experience in food service or the completion of a certified training program is preferred. Must be 18 years old or older. Background checks are required to enter work site/facility and other employment screenings may be necessary as required by the agency.

Physical requirements for the job include, but are not limited to, standing for the full shift, lifting up to 50 lbs and able to carry up to 100 feet.

Employees at Tinker AFB must be able to meet the DRTC transportation service at the main gate to work their assigned schedule.

View full Job Description for complete list of requirements and/or qualifications

DRTC is an EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer

Career Advancement Opportunities

Senior Cooks support the mission of the US Air Force while working with modern food service equipment. Whether you’re looking for growth in technical skill or for leadership opportunities, DRTC can help
you achieve your professional goals.