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The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, and Oneida Counties, Inc. (WDB HMO), DBA Working Solutions, is part of the Public Workforce System, a network of federal, state, and local offices that support economic expansion and develop the talent of the nation’s workforce.

Herkimer County Department of Social Services is hiring

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Social Svcs Attorney 011226

Caseworker DSS 011226

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Sr Employ Counselor DSS 011226

Social Welfare Ex DSS 011226

 

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Featured Jobs and Training Opportunities - January 12, 2026

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New opportunities are available in our area for employment and skill development! Check out these options below:

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

 Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 01-05-2026

 Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 01-06-2026

 Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 01-07-2026

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 01-08-2026

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 01-09-2026

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - January 12, 2026

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For Job Order Numbers that start with "NY" GO HERE and type in the Job Order Number. 

For Job Order Numbers that start with "DF" - Contact your local Working Solutions Career Center

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Monday January 12, 20

Job Title: Tesla Advisor, Sales                                                            City: Rome, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a multinational automotive and clean energy company. Duties: Help build and maintain a robust sales pipeline by collecting customer information and facilitating test drives for potential buyers. Requirements: 1+ years of customer service and/or sales experience with proven track record to meet and exceed goals. Valid driver’s license.

                                                                                                           

Pay: $16.00 - $32.40/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1555495

 

Monday January 12, 2026 

Job Title: School Bus Driver                                                               City: Clinton, NY

 

Part time for a local school district. Duties: Responsible for the safe delivery of passengers along set routes, adherence to bus safety and bus stop safety standards, and daily vehicle inspections, among other duties. Requirements: Must be at least 21 years of age. Must have a valid driver’s license and have at least 1-year experience driving.

 

Pay: $20.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1554360     

 

Tuesday January 13, 2026 

Job Title: Lot Associate                                                                     City: New Hartford, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a home improvement store. Duties: Assist customers with the loading of their vehicles and also monitor and maintain the entrance of the store. Maintain a sufficient quantity of carts near the entrance of the store. Requirements: Must be at least 16 years of age. Excellent customer service skills are required.

 

Pay: $16.00 - $17.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # DG1036978

                                                                       

 

Tuesday January 13, 2026

Job Title: Medical Office Coordinator                                                City: Utica, NY

Full time for a non-profit health system. Duties: Provides indirect patient care in the office/clinic setting. Coordinates phone calls, appointments, and prescription authorizations. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. 1-2 years of experience in a healthcare related setting. Experience with insurance company rules/regulations and medical terminology strongly recommended.

 

Pay: $17.00 - $25.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1044477

 

Wednesday January 14, 2026

Job Title: Mechanical Inspector/Quality Control                                 City: Frankfort, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a machine shop. Duties: Ensure manufactured parts and assemblies meet specifications. Read and interpret mechanical drawings. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Manual inspection experience (i.e. caliper/micrometer/height gage/etc.). Must have at least 2 years of inspecting and measuring parts.

Pay: $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1554357

 

 

Wednesday January 14, 2026

Job Title: Welder                                                                                 City: Chittenango, NY      

 

Full time for an aerospace manufacturer. Duties: Weld by method of GTAW for rework, repair and cosmetic upgrade in accordance with customer specifications and internal procedures. Evaluate castings to ensure preparation from prior operation is adequate. Requirements: High school diploma or GED. Maintain welding certification for GTAW.

 

Pay: $27.00 - $30.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1056422

 

                                   

Thursday January 15, 2026

Job Title: Security Officer                                                                   City: New Hartford, NY

 

Part time for a company that provides security services. Duties: Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem solving manner. Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age for unarmed roles. 21+ for armed roles. High school diploma or the equivalent. Valid driver’s license required.

                                                                       

Pay: $19.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # DG1051854

 

Thursday January 15, 2026

Job Title: Production Operator I                                                          City: Clinton, NY

 

Full time for a premier materials manufacturer. Duties: Responsible for performing manual duties to process and complete product by operating equipment to mix, form, and assemble metals and chemicals for distribution. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Good communication skills, basic math skills and basic computer literacy required.

Pay: $16.50 - $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1041428

 

Friday January 16, 2026

Job Title: Office Manager                                                                    City: Frankfort, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a machine shop. Duties: Manage financial data and software: A/R, A/P, Payroll, General Ledger. Greet clients, visitors, and team members professionally. Supporting admin tasks: copying, faxing, note-taking. Requirements: Experience in filing and office management. Prior experience as a receptionist with excellent customer service skills. 

 

Pay: $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1554356

 

Friday January 16, 2026

Job Title: Veterinary Assistant                                                            City: Cazenovia, NY

Full time for an animal hospital. Duties: Create and maintain a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Compassionate patient care. Client education and care. Pharmacy and medication administration. Lab sample collection and processing. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1050005

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WDB Virtual Job Fair - Tues., January 27, 2026

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REGISTER TODAY!

The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison and Oneida Counties, Inc., will be holding a FREE Virtual Job Fair on Tuesday, January 27th from 11AM TO 1PM.

ALL BUSINESSES AND JOB SEEKERS IN HERKIMER, MADISON AND ONEIDA COUNTIES ARE WELCOME TO REGISTER.

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Attending Businesses as of January 9th

Java Farm Supply, Inc.
Kamp Kiwanis
Resource Center for Independent Living (RCIL)
Upstate Caring Partners
GoNetspeed
GPO Federal Credit Union
First Choice Staffing

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50 Forward Mohawk Valley has Volunteer Opportunities

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Volunteer Leaders Needed

Snow Shoveling Volunteers 2025

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Herkimer County Building Maintenance Department is hiring a mechanic

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Department: Building Maintenance
Title: Building Maintenance Mechanic
Permanent Position, Full-time Opening
Salary: $44,498 (2026 base pay rate)

Building Maintenance Mechanic

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50 Forward Mohawk Valley is Hiring a Social Care Navigator and a Volunteer Coordinator

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Social Care Navigator

Volunteer Coordinator

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Don't miss our January 2026 Newsletter!

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Valuable FREE opportunities and hiring events for you!

In January we're sharing:

>Success Stories

>New learning opportunities

>Virtual and In-Person job fairs and recruitment events

>Online resources for job seekers

>And lots more!

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Featured Jobs and Training Opportunities - January 5, 2025

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Explore the list below to find great events and training opportunities to advance your career:

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 12-29-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 12-30-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 12-31-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 01-02-2026

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

  • 1/6/26 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 12:00PM and is located at the Utica Career Center, 207 Genesee Street, Utica, NY.
  • 1/8/26 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 12:30PM and is located at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 North Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. 
  • 1/14/26 – Upstate Caring Partners Recruitment from 10:00AM – 12:00PM at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 North Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. Save the date!
  • 1/15/26 – In-person Mini Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the Herkimer Working Solutions, 320 N. Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY 13350. 
  • 1/21/26 – Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair 11:00AM – 2:00PM.
  • 1/22/26 – In-person Mini Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the Utica Career Center in the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor, Utica, NY 13501. Save the date!

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - January 5, 2025

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To learn more about these job opportunities:

For Job Order Numbers that start with "NY" GO HERE and type in the Job Order Number. 

For Job Order Numbers that start with "DF" - Contact your local Working Solutions Career Center

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Monday January 5, 2026 

Job Title: Sports Flooring Installation Technician                               City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a flooring contractor. Duties: Accurately measure out and install large sports floors such as basketball, tennis, volleyball and inline hockey, including game line painting and custom logos. Travel may be extensive during peak seasons, but most projects are complete within a normal work week with weekends off. Requirements: Driver’s license required.

                                                                                                           

Pay: $41,600/year.                                                                               Job Order # NY1554075

 

Monday January 5, 2026 

Job Title: Tow Truck Operator                                                             City: New Hartford, NY

 

Full time for a towing service. Duties: Safely perform emergency road service for AAA Auto Club, NYS Thruway, law enforcement agencies, private citizens, and many other customers. Requirements: Clean driver’s license needed. Experience not necessary, will train the right candidate. Wrecker or flatbed experience and mechanical knowledge is a plus.

 

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1553581     

 

Tuesday January 6, 2026 

Job Title: Cashier                                                                               City: New Hartford, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a home improvement store. Duties: Play a critical customer service role by providing customers with fast, friendly, accurate and safe service. Process checkout and/or return transactions, as well as monitor and maintain the self-checkout area. Provide first level escalation for customer issues. Requirements: Must be at least 16 years of age.

 

Pay: $16.00 - $17.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # DG1037141

                                                                       

 

Tuesday January 6, 2026

Job Title: Food Service Worker                                                          City: Utica, NY

Full time for a nonprofit health system. Duties: Prepares, serves, and delivers food to any area of the facility as directed, following all guidelines of the quality assurance and quality control programs. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. 3 years’ experience in food service is preferred.

 

Pay: $16.15 - $21.75/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1028752

 

Wednesday January 7, 2026

Job Title: Housekeeper                                                                        City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a medical clinic. Duties: Patient ambassador for the hospital, interacting with patients while cleaning, using appropriate chemicals to clean and/or sanitize the areas assigned, following infection control procedures, and utilizing the duty list checklist. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred.

Pay: $16.12 - $24.12/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1028367

 

 

Wednesday January 7, 2026

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic                                                        City: Chittenango, NY      

 

Full time for an aerospace manufacturer. Duties: Responsible for basic maintenance support for startup operations such as, lights, dust collectors, air filtration systems, etc. Requirements: Associate degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1024713

 

                                   

Thursday January 8, 2026

Job Title: Custodian                                                                            City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a property management company. Duties: Responsible for the overall upkeep of the property’s public areas, common areas, exteriors, vacant units, model units, floor care, and trash removal. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. One year of experience working in maintenance, custodial, or groundskeeping role in any industry preferred.

                                                                       

Pay: $16.00 - $19.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # DG1032328

 

Thursday January 8, 2026

Job Title: Surveillance Investigator                                                     City: Rome, NY

 

Full time for a company that provides security services. Duties: Conduct independent investigations of insurance claims across a range of coverage types, including workers’ compensation, general liability, property and casualty, and disability. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Prior experience in insurance investigations.

Pay: $21.00 - $24.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1024288

 

Friday January 9, 2026

Job Title: CNC Lathe Programmer                                                      City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a manufacturing company. Duties: Programming and setting up CNC Lathes. Responsible for inspection of parts. Requirements: Must be familiar with inserts, speeds and feeds, utilizing proper tooling for setups and job planning. Must have at least 3 years of programming experience. Must have a valid NYS driver's license. 

 

Pay: $60,320 - $66,560/year. Benefits.                                                 Job Order # NY1552362

 

Friday January 9, 2026

Job Title: Warehouse                                                                          City: Oneida, NY

Part time for a retail company. Duties: Ensure products are accurately received, stocked, and replenished. Engage customers, vendors, and associates with a positive attitude. Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds. Experience in a warehouse environment performing inventory handling and stocking preferred.

Pay: $16.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # DG1031115

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Featured Jobs and Training Opportunities - January 2, 2026

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Happy New Year! There are some job fairs, recruitments, and trainings coming up in January you won’t want to miss:

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 12-22-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 12-23-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 12-26-2025

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

  • 1/6/25 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 12:00PM and is located at the Utica Career Center, 207 Genesee Street, Utica, NY. 
  • 1/8/25 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 12:30PM and is located at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 North Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. 
  • 1/14/26 – Upstate Caring Partners Recruitment from 10:00AM – 12:00PM at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 North Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. Save the date!
  • 1/21/26 – Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair 11:00AM – 2:00PM. Save the date!
  • 1/22/26 – In-person Mini Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the Utica Career Center in the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor, Utica, NY 13501. Save the date!
  • USPS – Virtual Job Fairs every Thursday from 11:00AM – 1:00PM. 

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

Herkimer Working Solutions is hosting free computer training classes! Learn basic computer skills, internet basics, career search skills, Microsoft Word and Excel and more. They have sessions every 1st and 3rd Wednesday and Thursday of the month starting at 2:00PM. Space is limited – call (315) 867-1400 to register.

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - January 2, 2026

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For Job Order Numbers that start with "NY" GO HERE and type in the Job Order Number. 

For Job Order Numbers that start with "DF" - Contact your local Working Solutions Career Center

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Monday December 29, 2025 

Job Title: Transmission Technician                                                    City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for an automotive retailer. Duties: Diagnose, repair, and maintain manual and automatic transmission systems in vehicles. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. Experience in dealership or independent repair shop settings required. Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

                                                                                                           

Pay: $60,000 - $150,000/year. Benefits.                                               Job Order # DG1002497

 

Monday December 29, 2025 

Job Title: Phlebotomist                                                                       City: New Hartford, NY

 

Full time for a medical lab. Duties: Perform blood collections by venipuncture and capillary techniques for all age groups. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Phlebotomy certification or completed training program from an accredited agency or previous experience as a phlebotomist is require. Must be able to pass a standardized color blindness test.

 

Pay: $17.75 - $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1002510    

 

Tuesday December 30, 2025 

Job Title: Lead Line Cook                                                                   City: Vernon, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a casino hotel. Duties: Responsible for the preparation of all foods during an assigned shift, in accordance with company specifications and standards. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. 1-2 years’ experience as a cook’s apprentice in a large, full-service hotel or restaurant preferred.

 

Pay: $19.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG0997028

                                                                       

 

Tuesday December 30, 2025

Job Title: Admissions Coordinator                                                    City: Utica, NY

Full time for a company that operates a network of post-acute rehabilitation and long-term care facilities. Duties: Act as a liaison between prospective residents, families, and the facility. Identify and develop referral sources. Generate public relations and marketing opportunities. Requirements: Associate’s degree in business administration and/or 3-5 years related experience in long-term care.

 

Pay: $28.00 - $30.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0996010

 

Wednesday December 31, 2025

Job Title: EDM Operator Assistant                                                      City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a hand tool manufacturer. Duties: Help with the set-up and operation of Wire EDM machines. Perform maintenance on the Wire EDM machines. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must be able to read machine blueprints. Valid NYS driver’s license required. Experience is a plus, but training is also available.

Pay: $41,600/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # NY1552386

 

 

Wednesday December 31, 2025

Job Title: Volunteer Coordinator                                                         City: Verona Beach, NY       

 

Full time for a senior citizen center. Duties: Perform volunteer recruitment and placement for Volunteer Department programs. Provide information and support to volunteers. Develop and maintain relationships with community organizations. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Valid & clean NYS driver’s license & own vehicle required.

 

Pay: $36,000/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # NY1552269

 

                                   

Thursday January 1, 2026

Job Title: Material Handler I                                                                City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a nonprofit health system. Duties: Stock and deliver supplies to all departments. Handle telephone supply requests from calling department in a timely and courteous manner. Assist with cycle counts. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have good customer service skills.

                                                                       

Pay: $18.56 - $23.19/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0995950

 

Thursday January 1, 2026

Job Title: Forklift Operator                                                                  City: Marcy, NY

 

Full time for a human services agency. Duties: Operate forklift and powered hand truck to move product throughout operation. Load and unload trucks and containers moving product both in and out of facility. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent required. Two years' of experience in a previous employed position operating a powered forklift.

Pay: $19.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG0996791

 

Friday January 2, 2026

Job Title: Receptionist/Executive Assistant                                        City: Mohawk, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for an office supply company. Duties: provide administrative support, manage multiple priorities, and serve as the welcoming face of the company. Work closely with leadership and support departments. Requirements: Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

Pay: $16.00 - $17.50/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1552187

 

Friday January 2, 2026

Job Title: Utility/Production Service                                                    City: Canastota, NY

Full time for a metal fabricator. Duties: Perform general yard work and manual labor. Maintain electric fence systems. Move and sort materials, including basic wire sorting and de-reeling. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Previous experience with machine operation in a production or manufacturing environment preferred. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Pay: $18.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1552390

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - December 22, 2025

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For Job Order Numbers that start with "NY" GO HERE and type in the Job Order Number. 

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Monday December 22, 2025 

Job Title: Cleaner                                                                                City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Part time for a human services organization. Duties: Provide cleaning of assigned areas, maintain supplies, remove furniture and equipment as needed, adjust heat or air conditioning, perform building checks. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Knowledge of cleaning procedures and supplies.

                                                                                                           

Pay: $15.50/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # DG0975680

 

Monday December 22, 2025 

Job Title: Merchandising Service Associate                                       City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a retail company. Duties: Ensure store's signage, pricing information, and displays are accurate, so merchandise is easy to locate. Create product displays that are safe, clean, visually appealing, and easy for customers to access. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. Experience performing product merchandising tasks preferred.

 

Pay: $15.50 - $16.15/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG097331      

 

Tuesday December 23, 2025 

Job Title: Lot Attendant/Porter                                                          City: Yorkville, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for an automotive retailer. Duties: Responsible for taking care of vehicles in the service area and for ensuring all vehicles are clean and ready for delivery to customers. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

 

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0979848

                                                                       

 

Tuesday December 23, 2025

Job Title: Contact Center Agent I                                                       City: Utica, NY

Full time for a financial services holding company. Duties: Responsible for researching, troubleshooting, and resolving customer inquiries. Provide customers information regarding their deposit and loan accounts, as well as product or service information. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. High school diploma or the equivalent. Associate’s degree preferred.

 

Pay: $17.50 - $21.53/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0973615

 

Wednesday December 24, 2025

Job Title: Diesel Mechanic                                                                  City: Frankfort, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a paving contractor. Duties: Perform maintenance and repair on diesel trucks and heavy equipment. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have at least 2 years of experience. Must have a valid, clean driver's license. DOT physical exam and alcohol/drug pre-screening test required.

Pay: $26.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1551000

 

 

Wednesday December 24, 2025

Job Title: Mail Clerk                                                                            City: Hamilton, NY           

 

Full time for a private liberal arts college. Duties: Perform duties of postal clerk for campus postal station. Pick up and deliver registered, certified, insured, and campus mail on established route. Create mailing lists for bulk mailings using software. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Valid NYS Driver’s license.

 

Pay: $20.01/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG0983011

 

                                   

Thursday December 25, 2025

Job Title: Food Service Worker                                                           City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a nonprofit health system. Duties: Assist with meal selections, in the assembly and delivery of meals and food products for hospital patients, residents and visitors. Communicate patient’s concerns with the clinical dietitian. Stock unit kitchens. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred.

                                                                       

Pay: $16.15 - $21.75/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0973423

 

Thursday December 25, 2025

Job Title: Forklift Operator                                                                  City: Marcy, NY

 

Full time for a logistics service. Duties: Safely operate forklifts to move materials and load/unload trailers, supporting our production teams. Hand-sort pallets based on product specs and ensure quality standards are met. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Experience in a fast-paced, production-based environment is a plus.

Pay: $18.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG0978647

 

Friday December 26, 2025

 Job Title: Merchandiser                                                                       City: Frankfort, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a food and beverage company. Duties: Merchandise store shelving, coolers and displays with products in assigned accounts. Rotate products in the backroom and on the shelf. Transport products to and from backroom to shelf location. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have valid driver’s license with proof of insurance. Must have personal transportation.

 

Pay: $20.25/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG0977734

 

Friday December 26, 2025

 Job Title: Flagger Construction Laborer                                             City: Canastota, NY

Full time for an asphalt mixing plant. Duties: Perform tasks involving physical labor at construction sites. May operate hand and power tools of all types. Assist in setting up traffic work zones and flagging. Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. Class A CDL restricted with proper endorsements preferred.

Pay: $40.65/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1552101

 

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Featured Jobs and Training Opportunities - December 19, 2025

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The end of December is quickly approaching, but that won’t stop the opportunities for finding new jobs and learning new skills! Here are new featured job opportunities and some valuable training events you may want to attend!

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 12-15-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 12-16-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 12-17-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 12-18-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 12-19-2025

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

  • 1/6/25 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 12:00PM and is located at the Utica Career Center, 207 Genesee Street, Utica, NY. 
  • 1/8/25 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 12:30PM and is located at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 North Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. 
  • 1/14/26 – Upstate Caring Partners Recruitment from 10:00AM – 12:00PM at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 North Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. Save the date!
  • 1/21/26 – Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair 11:00AM – 2:00PM. Save the date!
  • 1/22/26 – In-person Mini Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the Utica Career Center in the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor, Utica, NY 13501. Save the date!
  • USPS – Virtual Job Fairs every Thursday from 11:00AM – 1:00PM.

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DFAS Rome Announces their Summer 2026 Pathways Program Student Trainee Program

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The DFAS’s Pathways Program positions listed below are for current students/individuals accepted for enrollment in a qualifying educational program in an accredited institution, full or half-time basis. And current students enrolled in an accredited high school, college, or graduate institution.

This is a PAID summer internship, running May - August.

Note that the announcements may list multiple locations to choose from so be mindful to the location section of the announcement.   

STUDENT TRAINEE (FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT)

Department of Defense

Defense Finance and Accounting Service

DFAS Accounting Operations

Multiple Locations

Starting at $17.64 per hour (GS 4)

Internships Full-time

Open 12/16/2025 to 01/07/2026

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/852559300

 

STUDENT TRAINEE (ACCOUNTING)

Department of Defense

Defense Finance and Accounting Service

DFAS Accounting Operations

Multiple Locations

Starting at $17.64 per hour (GS 4)

Internships Full-time

Open 12/16/2025 to 01/07/2026

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/852398500

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Herkimer County Department of Probation is Hiring

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Title: Probation Officer (2 positions)

Permanent Opening, Full Time Position
Salary: $54,448.00 (2026 base pay rate)

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Herkimer County Public Health is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse

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Department: Public Health
Title: Licensed Practical Nurse

Permanent, Full Time position
Salary: $48,000.00 (2025 base pay rate)

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Featured Jobs and Training Opportunities - December 15, 2025

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Check out these new job opportunities and valuable new free events and training opportunities!

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

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Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 12-12-2025

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

  • 12/16/25 – Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair 11:00AM – 2:00PM. 
  • 12/17/25 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 1:30PM and is located at the Utica Public Library, 303 Genesee Street, Utica, NY. 
  • 1/14/26 – Upstate Caring Partners Recruitment from 10:00AM – 12:00PM at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 North Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. Save the date!
  • 1/21/26 – Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair 11:00AM – 2:00PM. Save the date!
  • 1/22/26 – In-person Mini Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the Utica Career Center in the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor, Utica, NY 13501. Save the date!
  • USPS – Virtual Job Fairs every Thursday from 11:00AM – 1:00PM. 

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - December 15, 2025

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To learn more about these job opportunities:

For Job Order Numbers that start with "NY" GO HERE and type in the Job Order Number. 

For Job Order Numbers that start with "DF" - Contact your local Working Solutions Career Center

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Monday December 15, 2025 

Job Title: Network Engineer                                                                City: Rome, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a cybersecurity and IT services company. Duties: Provide proactive IT infrastructure support and operations management across multiple IT infrastructure platforms. Requirements: BS in Information Systems Management, Computer Science, Cybersecurity or other Information Technology discipline. 3 years of experience in network management, TCP/IP fundamentals, routing, and switching.

                                                                                                           

Pay: $75,000 - $110,000/year. Benefits.                                               Job Order # NY1550972

 

Monday December 15, 2025 

Job Title: Admin/Customer Service Assistant                                     City: Clinton, NY

 

Part time for an insurance company. Duties: Answer and route incoming company phone calls in a friendly, professional manner. Assist customers with questions and process payments accurately. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. High school diploma or the equivalent. Must be reliable, personable, and eager to learn.

 

Pay: $16.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1551374     

 

Tuesday December 16, 2025 

Job Title: Accounts Receivable Specialist                                         City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a nonprofit blindness agency. Duties: Assist the Accounts Receivable team with routine, monthly and periodic billings, invoicing, collection procedures, and other various tasks in a timely manner. Requirements: Associate degree in accounting or related field required. Minimum requirement of three years’ experience in accounts receivable duties.

 

Pay: $17.72 - $26.57/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1550966

                                                                       

 

Tuesday December 16, 2025

Job Title: Commercial Flooring Installer                                            City: Utica, NY

Full time for a full-service flooring retailer and contractor. Duties: Install a variety of commercial flooring types, including carpet, vinyl, rubber, and other specialty materials. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Valid driver’s license. Construction experience is preferred. Relevant certifications (e.g., CFI or similar) are a plus.

 

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1550792

 

Wednesday December 17, 2025

Job Title: Security Officer                                                                   City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a family-owned security company. Duties: Responsible for deterring criminal activity by adhering to a facilities security measures. Review video surveillance equipment to identify odd behaviors, patrolling the interior and exterior of a property in set intervals. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. NYS Security Guard License-must currently hold or eligible to obtain.

Pay: $18.50/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1550996

 

 

Wednesday December 17, 2025

 

Job Title: Food Service Helper                                                                        City: Oneida, NY     

 

Part time for a school district. Duties: Serves food, sets tables and clears them after meals. Fills sugar bowls and salt and pepper shakers. Polishes silverware, tables and chairs. Cleans dish and linen closets. Cleans, washes and otherwise prepares vegetables and fruit for cooking. Requirements: Must be over 18 years of age.

 

Pay: $15.50/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1551337

 

                                   

Thursday December 18, 2025

Job Title: Centralized Scheduler                                                         City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for an addiction treatment center. Duties: Responsible for scheduling patient individual and medical sessions. Confirm status updates of patient appointments. Performs quality assurance activities. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Associate degree preferred. One year employment experience in the medical records or human services field required.

                                                                       

Pay: $18.67 - $20.76/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0930073

 

Thursday December 18, 2025

Job Title: Truss Builder                                                                       City: Whitesboro, NY

 

Full time for a manufacturer and supplier of wood components. Duties: Responsible for operating production line equipment, finishing building materials and inspecting finished goods. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. Experience in the building trades is preferred but not required. Dependability and reliable transportation. Strong work ethic and organizational skills. Must be able to lift 80-100 pounds.

Pay: $16.50/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1551159

 

Friday December 19, 2025

Job Title: Truck Driver Class B                                                           City: Frankfort, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a wholesale distributor. Duties: Deliver goods to NY, NJ, CT, DE, MD, OH, PA, NH. While delivering, the candidate would be expected to off-load truck at Campgrounds and businesses. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must possess a CDL-B license. Hazmat endorsement preferred.

 

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1551067

 

Friday December 19, 2025

Job Title: Custodian                                                                            City: Oneida, NY

Full time for a school district. Duties: Sweeps, mops, and waxes floors, washes walls, windows, and blackboards, cleans erasers, dust, and performs other cleaning duties. Cleans and mops lavatories and locker rooms and replaces soap or towels. Requirements: One year of experience in building cleaning or minor maintenance activities.

Pay: $15.50/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1551336

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Recruitment: Elevator Constructors of Albany, NY

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Must apply online. See details and apply at links:

https://www.neieprecruitment.org/

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