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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.

Job Fair! Durham School Services is currently hiring School Bus Drivers for the Utica area

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DURHAM SCHOOL SERVICES will be featuring upcoming JOB FAIRS at Utica Working Solutions 


WHEN: Friday, May 5, 2023 and Friday, May 19, 2023 from10:00 AM until Noon

WHERE:  207 Genesee Street, Utica, NY

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Kierpiec and Sons Trucking, LLC is looking for a Regional Truck Driver - Rome

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CDL-A is required along with one year of Flatbed or van experience. Driver must be willing to be on the road 10-14 days at a time. We travel all lower 48 states, Canada and Alaska. Salary Range $50,000-$75,000

Reference/Security Check? Yes
Requires a Physical? Yes
Requires a Drug Test? Yes
Employment Test? Yes
Bondable? Yes

Job is: Full Time
Work Hours 70
Normal work days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Overtime? No

Number of Years of Education Needed? 12
Specialized education required? CDL-A training
Years of Experience Required 1

Will you accept related experience? No
Will you accept a trainee? Yes
Are you interested in On-The-Job Training? Yes
Are you on a public transportation route? No
Is a driver's license required? Yes

Paid Holidays? Yes

Address : 6585 Greenway New London Rd, Verona, NY 13478

To Apply Contact: Andrew Kierpiec
Email

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Featured Job Opportunities and Upcoming Hiring Events - April 21, 2023

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See who's looking to HIRE YOU this week:

Featured Job Opportunities

UPS in Utica and Rome are hiring for Package Delivery Drivers and Package Handlers.

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 4/18/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 4/19/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 4/20/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 4/21/2023

 

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Bassett Healthcare Hiring Event: RNs, LPNs, CNAs - April 26th

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On-site interviews and Sign on bonuses for these positions!

WHEN: April 26 |  Noon - 6:00pm

WHERE: Valley Health Services
690 W German St. Herkimer, NY

View/Download the Flyer and Scan the QR code to register in advance!

Search Jobs and Apply Online

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You're invited to our free Civil Service Workshop on May 11, 2023

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Hear from experts on how to prepare and succeed in the civil service process.

Join Us to Learn About:
Career Opportunities
All education levels & fields
Great pay & excellent benefits

WHEN: May 11th from 10am-Noon

WHERE: MVCC Wilcox Hall Room 225

Questions? Contact Caitlin McSorley
315-207-6951 ext. 145

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Free Computer Literacy Training

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Job Seekers: Do you need some help finding a job?

Would You Like To:
>Learn new or brush up on BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS, like Word, Email and Zoom?
>Learn new techniques for SUCCESSFUL INTERVIEWS?
>Learn to NAVIGATE THE INTERNET to find and apply for jobs?

You’re Invited to attend our Free Computer Literacy training series starting on May 1st!

This four-day course will run from Monday, May 1st – Thursday, May 4th, from 1:00pm-2:30pm. Training will be at the Utica Working Solutions Career Center:
New York State Office Building, 2nd Floor, 207 Genesee Street, Utica, NY 13501

Space for this valuable opportunity is limited. Register today to ensure your spot in the class!

To Register Contact Nicole Sortino at (315) 207-6951, ext. 139 or email:

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Alliance Paving Materials Inc. is Hiring Dump Truck Drivers in Rome, NY

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Job Description Drive a dump truck (standard) to deliver blacktop and stone locally

Anticipated Start Date 05/01/2023
Requires a Physical? Yes
Requires a Drug Test? Yes
Employment Test? Yes
Job is: Full Time
Work Hours 7am-4pm, M-F
Overtime? Yes
Specialized education required? CDL License
Years of Experience Required 2
Are you on a public transportation route? Yes
Is a driver's license required? Yes
Salary Range $20-$25

Location: 846 Lawrence Street, Rome, NY

Description of products or services: Local delivery of blacktop and stone.

To Apply, Contact: Noelle Manna

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Featured Job Opportunities and Hiring Events - April 14, 2023

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We've got dozens of new opportunities to share with you this week. Find your new job here:

Featured Job Opportunties

UPS in Utica and Rome are hiring for Package Delivery Drivers and Package Handlers.

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 4/10/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 4/11/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 4/12/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 4/13/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 4/14/2023

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Human Technologies is having an in-person job fair on April 18th in Utica

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Most positions require a person with a documented disability.

Walk-In Job Fair
Interviews on the spot

WHEN: Tuesday, April 18, 2023, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

WHERE: 2260 Dwyer Ave, Utica

Pay Range: $14.20 - $15.00/hour
(Depending on the contract and/or level of experience)
Custodians
Floor Care Technicians

Qualifications:

  • Must be able to be on your feet for several hours
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs. properly
  • Must pass any required customer-specific background check
  • Custodial experience preferred but not required

What you need to bring – in case you are hired:

  • Two forms of identification with you; for example, a U.S. passport, or non-expired picture ID such as a benefit card, NYS license or sheriff’s ID, and social security card or birth certificate.
  • Disability Documentation, if applicable.

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Oneida County Correction Office Exam - Open to the Public

CORRECTION OFFICER EXAM #61-780 (OC) 

Application Deadline: MAY 12, 2023 

EXAM QUESTIONNAIRE SUBMISSION PERIOD: JUNE 1, 2023 - JUNE 30, 2023 

APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 4:30 PM ON THE APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE

A NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSFERABLE PROCESSING FEE MUST ACCOMPANY EACH APPLICATION

$25.00 MONEY ORDER ONLY -- PAYABLE TO ONEIDA COUNTY

GO HERE TO SEE STARTING SALARY RANGE/ ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS

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Dom Tech Enterprise Hiring Event at Herkimer Working Solutions - Thursday, April 13, 2023

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Dom Tech is looking for individuals 18+ who enjoy the outdoors and would like to make some good money this Summer.

WHEN: Thursday, April 13th, from 10am until Noon

WHERE: Herkimer Working Solutions, 320 N. Prospect St., Herkimer, NY

Questions? Call 315-867-1400

Go here to learn more/download the flyer. 

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Featured Job Opportunities and Upcoming Hiring Events - April 10, 2023

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See Who's Looking to HIRE YOU This Week!

Featured Job Opportunities

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 4/3/2023

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Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 4/5/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 4/7/2023

Hiring Events

Here are some upcoming events you won’t want to miss!

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Job Seekers: The NYS Department of Labor wants to hear from you!

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The NYS Department of Labor wants your help to figure out how to better align worker skills to business needs and to better meet the needs of today’s job seekers.

Your voice is important to us.

Thank you for taking the survey!

To access the survey, use the QR code or GO HERE 

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Mercer's Dairy is hiring immediately for Food Batching positions/Production Staff in Boonville

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Full-time, starting at $17.50/hour (8:00am to 4:30pm)


• A successful candidate will be a motivated, conscientious individual with basic math skills, good personal hygiene, and able to lift and handle 50 lb. containers
• Health Insurance available after 6 months. Company pays 50% of Employee coverage
• Reliable transportation

TO APPLY: Complete Application and return to Mercer’s Dairy, 13584 State Route 12, Boonville, NY 13309 or email (please put ‘application’ in subject line).

QUESTIONS? Contact: Ruth Mignerey with questions (315-942-2611)

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Printed applications can also be picked up at the Workforce Development Board, 209 Elizabeth St., Utica, NY 13501. Inquire at the Front Desk on the 2nd floor.

 

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MACNY and Clear Path for Veterans Hiring Event - May 9, 2023

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MACNY, The Manufacturers Association and Clear Path for Veterans are hosting a career fair for Veterans, Active Duty, and Military Families on May 9th at the Clear Path for Veterans in Chittenango.

WHEN: Tuesday, May 9th, from 9:00am to Noon.

WHERE: Clear Path for Veterans, 1223 Salt Springs Rd, Chittenango, NY 13037

Questions? Email Colleen Blagg

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MACNY website

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Utica Working Solutions Mini Job Fair - April 19, 2023

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You're invited to the Utica Career Center Mini Job Fair!

WHEN: Wednesday, April 19, 2023, from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm

WHERE: UTICA WORKING SOLUTIONS
207 Genesee Street, 2nd Floor
Utica, NY 13501

PLEASE BRING SEVERAL COPIES OF YOUR RESUME. PROFESSIONAL ATTIRE, PLEASE.

GO HERE for a list of attending businesses and job openings. 

**Justice-involved individuals are encouraged to attend 10-11AM prior to it opening up to the public.

For more information about this event, contact James Bepko:

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Featured Job Opportunities and Hiring Events - March 31, 2023

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See Who's Looking to HIRE YOU today!

Featured Job Opportunities

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 3/27/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 3/28/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 3/31/2023

Get ready for April! Here are the upcoming events for this month:

Pratt & Whitney HMI Interview Day in Clayville, NY is each Wednesday; Must apply online at https://www.Careers.RTX.com and receive invite from business

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Opportunities and Events For You in Our April Newsletter

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We have new staff members to introduce to you this month, PLUS:

Recruitment Opportunities for Businesses

New Hiring Events

New Local Job Opportunities

Learning/Training Opportunities

And Much More...

READ IT HERE

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FREE Six County Virtual Job Fair - April 12, 2023 - CANCELED

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ALL Job Seekers & Businesses in the following counties are invited to attend: Herkimer, Madison, Oneida, Chenango, Delaware, and Otsego counties.

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED


Come to our virtual job fair on Wednesday, April 12th, from 11:00am to 1:00pm and meet one-on-one with great local companies who are HIRING NOW.

  • Easy to Use Platform
  • Instant interviews
  • Comprehensive reporting features

Partial List of Attending Busineses:

U.S. Care Systems
Lambrecht Auction, Inc.
NYS OPWDD - Southern Tier DDSOO
Chobani
Leonard Bus Sales, Inc.
Springbrook
VA Medical Foster Home
TRM Environmental
Catholic Charities Oneida/Madison County
CNYDDSO
Opportunities for Otsego, Inc.
Bassett Healthcare Network
CABVI
Otsego Northern Catskills BOCES
Northern Rivers
Masonic Care Community
Slocum Dickson Medical Group
City of Norwich
Delaware County Sheriff's Office
CBI Cables
Deiorios
St. Mary's Healthcare- Amsterdam NY

REGISTER HERE
Businesses select "Organization"
Job Seekers select "Attendee"

Questions? Contact Sommer Edwards:

315-207-6951 ext. 133

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LISTEN TO PROJECT DIRECTOR SOMMER EDWARDS' INTERVIEW ON TALK OF THE TOWN 

 

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Sponsored by the Workforce Development Board’s RADAR grant

The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, Oneida Counties, Inc., (WDB/HMO), dba Working Solutions, is a division 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. We connect employers with job seekers, and job seekers with the resources they need to develop their careers.

The WDB/HMO's Regional Apprenticeship Development & Readiness (RADAR) grant helps men and women, 18+ connect to Pre-Apprenticeship training and Registered Apprenticeship opportunities, creating a 'talent pipeline' for local businesses.Representatives from the RADAR grant will be on-hand at the job fair to speak with individuals who would like to learn more about apprenticeships. 

This program is 100% funded by a United States Department of Labor - Employment and Training Administration’s (ETA) award of $2,999,993.

 Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

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The Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce is looking for an Executive Assistant (EA)

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The Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit, member-based, business organization focused on the development of a prosperous economic climate that will enhance commercial growth and the quality of life for all who reside in the Utica region.

About the Position

The E A will provide administrative support and assistance to the staff, while serving as the lead point person for the office and all communications and advertising sales related efforts.

The EA will work closely with the Executive Director, Greater Utica Chamber Councils and Committees on the execution of all communications and marketing for Chamber events.

The EA will coordinate all public relations efforts, with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, Councils and Committees, Membership and the media.

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The Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce is an equally opportunity employer, committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status

 

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Helping CNY Get Back To Work

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.

Job Search

Online resources and personal assistance by Advisers at the Working Solutions centers combine to help you maximize the tools needed for an effective job search.

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Contact Us

Learn more about what Working Solutions can do for your business.

Working Solutions
209 Elizabeth Street
Utica, New York 13501

Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

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