Great new local job opportunities and  some job fairs, recruitments, and trainings coming up in October you won’t want to miss

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 09-22-2025

 Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 09-23-202

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 09-24-2025

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Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 09-26-2025

Birnie Bus – Public bus drivers needed for the Madison Transit System! Flexible Schedules/Paid Training; Excellent Starting Rate; Sign-On Bonus & CDL Cost Covered! Apply today at https://www.jointeambirnie.com/

NYS Office of Mental Health – Start your career with the Office of Mental Health! Are you compassionate? Are you motivated? Are you interested in making a difference? Then a career with the Office of Mental Health (OMH) may be right for you! OMH is recruiting individuals with the desire to promote the mental health and well-being of all New Yorkers. They are hiring: Direct Care Staff; Cleaners; Food Service Workers; Teachers; Nurses; Psychologists; and many more!

Elite Building Services is hiring! Elite Building Services is an industry leading commercial janitorial and building maintenance services company. Open positions include Janitorial Staff, Floating Cleaner, Floor Care Specialist, and more! Apply now by sending your resume to

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

• 10/7/25 – The Grand Job Fair from 12:00PM – 3:00PM at The Grand Rehabilitation & Nursing at Mohawk Valley, 99 Sixth Avenue, Ilion, NY 13357.
• 10/8/25 – Come learn about state job opportunities! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 11:30AM and is located at the Utica Career Center in the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor, Utica, NY. 
• 10/9/25 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 1:00PM and is located at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 North Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. 
• 10/16/25 – In-person Mini Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the Madison County Working Solutions located at 133 N Court Street, Wampsville, NY 13163. Save the date!
• 10/21/25 – Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair 11:00AM – 2:00PM. Save the date!
• 10/23/25 – SUNY Poly Fall 2025 Career Fair from 12:00PM – 2:00PM at the Wildcat Field House, 100 Seymour Road, Utica, NY 13502. Save the date!
• 10/30/25 – NDEAM Diverse Abilities Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the MVCC Rome Campus, 1101 Floyd Ave, Rome, NY 13440. Save the date!
• 12/4/25 – One Day Hiring Event at the Rome Alliance Church, 920 Turin St. Rome, NY, from 11:00AM – 1:00PM. Visit www.romejobfairs.org for more information.
• USPS – Virtual Job Fairs every Thursday from 11:00AM – 1:00PM. 

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

• Mohawk Valley Build – MV Build is a paid 15-week training program for individuals interested in pursuing a career in the skilled trades. The program runs from October 20, 2025, to February 12, 2026. It is held on Mondays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays from 5:00PM – 8:30PM at the MVCC Construction and Trades Building, 335 Catherine St., Utica. MV Build provides classroom and hands-on experience, a nationally recognized credential, and an opportunity to enter into a union apprenticeship upon completion of the program.

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 September 29, 2025 

 Job Title: Machinist                                                                             City: Oriskany Falls, NY

Full time for a manufacturer. Duties: Responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Technical/trade school certification preferred. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Proven experience as a machinist (manual and CNC).

Pay: $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1546223

Monday September 29, 202

Job Title: Steel Processing Associate                                                 City: Rome, NY

Full time for a steel processing company. Duties: Operate and monitor machinery to ensure smooth production. Load/unload materials and assist with packaging. Perform quality checks using tools and fixtures. Support machine operators and complete required documentation. Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds. Basic math skills and attention to detail.

Pay: $20.00 - $21.50/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1546379     

Tuesday September 30, 2025 

 Job Title: Fashion Stocker                                                                 City: Rome, NY

Part time for a retailer corporation. Duties: Maintain organization standards and merchandise flow from the backroom to the salesfloor. Fulfill customer orders in a timely manner, maintaining quality standards. Complete all inventory processes, making sure merchandise is properly located and accurately ticketed. Requirements: Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Pay: $15.50/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1546374

Tuesday September 30, 2025

Job Title: Schegistrar                                                                          City: Utica, NY

Full time for a nonprofit health system. Duties: Responsible for scheduling and pre-registering patient appointments. Answer incoming calls in a professional manner. Create accounts and complete pre-registration for all scheduled appointments. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have a minimum of one-year medical office, hospital registration or scheduling experience.

Pay: $18.00 - $23.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0614276

Wednesday October 1, 2025

Job Title: Early Childhood Learning Staff                                           City: Old Forge, NY

Part time for a school age children care provider. Duties: Facilitate hands-on activities following the creative curriculum, tailored to the unique needs and interests of the children. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. High school or the equivalent. 1 year of experience working with kids under 13 preferred.

Pay: $15.50 - $16.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # DG0623955

Wednesday October 1, 2025

 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 # DG0615083

Thursday October 2, 2025

 Job Title: Zone Specialist                                                                    City: Rome, NY

Full time for a discount store. Duties: Responsible for all aspects of customer service, merchandising, and store maintenance, with primary focus on their assigned store zone. Requirements: 6 months of retail experience preferred. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must have a positive attitude and the ability to interact well with customers and associates.

Pay: $16.25 - $17.25/hour.                                                                   Job Order # DG0620340

Thursday October 2, 2025

Job Title: Cleaner                                                                                City: Rome, NY

Part time for a cleaning service. Duties: Perform a variety of janitorial duties that ensure the cleanliness and upkeep of indoor (and outdoor where requested) spaces. Responsible for floor care, including sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have reliable transportation. Previous experience preferred.

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1546137

Friday October 3, 2025

 Job Title: Housing Assistant Representative                                      City: Herkimer, NY

Part time for an apartment building. Duties: Process applications in accordance with established policies and procedures. Annual recertifications, utility, schedules, and rent computations. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of Excel. Experience is helpful.

Pay: $16.50 - $18.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1543914

Friday October 3, 2025

 Job Title: CNC Machine Set-Up/Operator                                            City: Oneida, NY

Full time for a machine shop. Duties: Set up CNC mills, lathes, and mill-turn machines (tooling, offsets, calibration, program loading). Run production jobs, check quality, and adjust for accuracy. Requirements: Must have at least 2 years of CNC setup. Must have strong G-code and M-code programming skills. Aerospace/defense machining experience (AS9100, ITAR) preferred.

Pay: $22.00 - $32.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1546163

Anticipated Permanent Opening, Full Time position

Salary: $50,238 (2025 base rate)

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Calling All Oneida County Businesses: We need your help to provide worksites for our Youth Employment Program (YEP)

View details here

YEP is an important platform that is intended to help reduce community gun violence and youth criminal justice involvement by providing year-round employment opportunities.

These funds will support the establishment of a program which includes employment, education and/or career exploration opportunities for TANF-eligible youth from low-income households.

This funding is further intended to support employment programs for youth at risk of gun violence as part of a statewide gun-violence reduction intervention model.

This program will connect eligible Oneida  County youth ages 14-20 with entry-level jobs in a variety of industries, including government agencies, hospitals, camps, non-profits, small businesses, museums and retail organizations for a duration of 12 weeks.

At the conclusion of the 12 weeks, the employer will have the option to hire the youth, the youth may secure their own employment, or staff will assist with job search or career exploration activities.

Fast Facts about the Youth Employment Program:

• $15.50 per hour
• Youth must be between the ages of 14 and 20 years old
• The program runs from September 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. Youth can work a flexible schedule depending on their availability and the work site
• Must be an Oneida County resident and will work at various work sites throughout the county
• Youth must meet income-eligible requirements

APPLY NOW!

For more information about this program or to apply, please contact:

Zuleyka Febo, YEP Coordinator  or call 315-207-6951 ext. 144

Temporary Opening, Full Time PositionDepartment: Office For The Aging

Title: Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) Examine
Salary: $17.00/hour (2025 pay rate)

LEARN MORE HERE

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

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 09-15-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 09-16-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 09-17-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 09-18-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 09-19-2025

Elite Building Services is hiring! Elite Building Services is an industry leading commercial janitorial and building maintenance services company. Open positions include Janitorial Staff, Floating Cleaner, Floor Care Specialist, and more! Apply now by sending your resume to ! 

NYS Office of Mental Health – Start your career with the Office of Mental Health!  Are you compassionate? Are you motivated? Are you interested in making a difference? Then a career with the Office of Mental Health (OMH) may be right for you! OMH is recruiting individuals with the desire to promote the mental health and well-being of all New Yorkers. They are hiring: Direct Care Staff; Cleaners; Food Service Workers; Teachers; Nurses; Psychologists; and many more!

 JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

• 9/23/25 – Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair 11:00AM – 2:00PM. 
• 9/24/25 – FREE Virtual Job Fair September 24, 2025: Herkimer, Madison, Oneida Counties. Don’t miss the 3 – County Job Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 24th from 11:00AM – 1:00PM! Register today for your instant interview with great local employers who are HIRING NOW. 
• 9/25/25 – One Day Hiring Event at the Rome Alliance Church, 920 Turin St. Rome, NY, from 11:00AM – 1:00PM. Visit www.romejobfairs.org for more information. 
• 10/8/25 – Come learn about state job opportunities! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 11:30AM and is located at the Utica Career Center in the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor, Utica, NY. 
• 10/9/25 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 1:00PM and is located at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 North Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. 
• 10/16/25 - Wampsville MIni Job Fair
• 10/23/25 – SUNY Poly Fall 2025 Career Fair from 12:00PM – 2:00PM at the Wildcat Field House, 100 Seymour Road, Utica, NY 13502. Save the date!
• 10/30/25 – NDEAM Diverse Abilities Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the MVCC Rome Campus, 1101 Floyd Ave, Rome, NY 13440. Save the date!
• USPS – Virtual Job Fairs every Thursday from 11:00AM – 1:00PM. 

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

• Mohawk Valley Build – MV Build is a paid 15-week training program for individuals interested in pursuing a career in the skilled trades. The program runs from October 20, 2025, to February 12, 2026. It is held on Mondays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays from 5:00PM – 8:30PM at the MVCC Construction and Trades Building, 335 Catherine St., Utica. MV Build provides classroom and hands-on experience, a nationally recognized credential, and an opportunity to enter into a union apprenticeship upon completion of the program. 

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 September 22, 2025 

 Job Title: Administrative Assistant                                                     City: Utica, NY

Full time for a social services organization. Duties: Provide refugee support services, including employment assistance, case management, skills training, English as a second language, assistance in applying for Employment Authorization Documents. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Experience working with diverse populations in a multicultural environment.

Pay: $40,000 - $50,000/year. Benefits.                                                 Job Order # NY1543772

Monday September 22, 2025 

Job Title: Warehouse/Delivery Worker                                                City: Utica, NY

Full time for a flooring store. Duties: Responsible for general maintenance, use of basic hand and measuring tools, cleaning, and other duties as assigned. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have a clean driver’s license. Must be able to lift up to 65 pounds. Warehouse experience preferred.

Pay: $17.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1543738     

Tuesday September 23, 2025 

 Job Title: Patient Registration Clerk                                                  City: Rome, NY

Full time for a nonprofit health system. Duties: Responsible for obtaining required information from patients in order to complete an accurate registration for the use in patient care, billing and all regulatory requirements and documenting all information. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Prior healthcare registration experience preferred.

Pay: $16.00 - 22.85/hour. Benefits.                                                      Job Order # DG0596954

Tuesday September 23, 2025

 Job Title: Material Handler                                                                  City: Clinton, NY

Full time for a premier materials manufacturer. Duties: Responsible for moving and recording the movement of material throughout a facility. Operate material handling equipment as required to receive, store, or deliver material. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must have computer experience.

Pay: $16.50 - $18.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0581235

Wednesday September 24, 2025

Job Title: Delivery Driver                                                                     City: Mohawk, NY

Full time for an office supply company. Duties: Responsible for loading & unloading merchandise from a company truck, inspecting packages for proper condition for delivery, navigating an established delivery route(s), and maintaining professional. Requirements: Valid driver’s license. Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds. 1 year certificate from college or technical school or 3-6 months of experience.

Pay: $17.25 - $18.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1543623

Wednesday September 24, 2025

 Job Title: Information and Referral Services Coordinator                   City: Oneida, NY           

Full time for a mental health service. Duties: Serve as a vital link between community members, employees, and the services that can enhance their well-being, including mental health support, crisis intervention, financial assistance, housing resources, and more. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in human services, social work, psychology, public health, or related field or equivalent experience.

Pay: $30.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1543799

Thursday September 25, 2025

Job Title: Production Worker                                                              City: Utica, NY

Full time for a food products supplier. Duties: Loading/Unloading tankers and railcars of bulk edible oil. Maintaining accurate shipping & receiving logs. Loading/unloading trucks with a forklift. Work on production/filling Lines. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Minimum 2 years relevant experience in warehouse and production environment.

Pay: $18.00 - $21.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1546043

Thursday September 25, 2025

Job Title: Cook                                                                                    City: Utica, NY

Full time for a staffing agency. Duties: Prepare meals in a large volume establishment. Sauté, grill, fry, and cook ingredients according to food safety guidelines. Make salads, desserts, and complete meals. May create menus and follow recipes. Requirements: Experience in a high-volume institutional environment.

Pay: $17.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1543856

Friday September 26, 2025

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

Full time for a wholesale distributor that works with small businesses across the United States. Duties: Responsible for transporting and delivering goods as instructed. May be asked to pull and pack orders in the warehouse. Requirements: Must have a class B driver’s license. DOT physical & drug test required. Hazmat endorsement is a plus.

Pay: $20.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1543782

Friday September 26, 2025

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: $15.50 - $16.15/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0583889

Register today for your instant interview with great local employers who are HIRING NOW. 

This valuable event will take place on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, from 11am to 1pm. 

REGISTER TODAY!

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EMPLOYERS:

First Choice Staffing
Workforce Development Board Training Grant Programs
Ilion True Value Hardware
GoNetspeed
Bassett Healthcare Network
Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc
GPO Federal Credit Union
Resource Center for Independent Living (RCIL)
Upstate Caring Partners
Chobani
Mandia Int'l

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Account Clerk Typist

ANTICIPATED Permanent Position, Full-time Opening
Salary: $35,324 (2025 base pay rate)

Learn more HERE

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 September 15, 2025 

Job Title: Employment Specialist                                                        City: Utica, NY

Full time for a social services organization. Duties: Provide job enhancement services to assist refugees to gain employment, and/or upgrade employment. Requirements: Associate degree or combination of education and experience related to job development and job placement. Excellent communication, computer, relationship building and problem-solving skills are a must.

Pay: $40,000/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # NY1543764

Monday September 15, 2025 

Job Title: Physical Therapy Assistant                                                 City: Utica, NY

Full time for a nonprofit organization. Duties: Assist in providing physical therapy for individuals evaluated by the physical therapist and in conjunction with PT treatment plan. Work in conjunction with the individual's physician and therapist in course of treatment. Requirements: Physical therapy assistant with appropriate NYS license/eligibility.

Pay: $22.50/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG0405736    

Tuesday September 16, 2025 

 Job Title: Mechanical Assembler I                                                     City: Rome, NY

Full time for an industrial equipment supplier. Duties: Responsible for interpreting blueprints and follow work instructions to build machinery building machines that meet design specifications while maintaining quality and safety standards. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. 1-2 years of mechanical assembly experience.

Pay: $22.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG0539638

Tuesday September 16, 2025

Job Title: Housing Specialist                                                              City: Utica, NY

Full time for a home healthcare service. Duties: Identify independent housing opportunities for unstably housed individuals who are either in an inpatient setting or unstably housed with the community. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent required. College degree preferred. Valid driver’s license and dependable transportation are required.

Pay: $37,856/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # DG0542194

Wednesday September 17, 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 # NY1542516

 Wednesday September 17, 2025

 Job Title: Director of Clinical Services                                                City: Oneida, NY           

Full time for a human services agency. Duties: Direct and administer Article 16 clinical services at all certified sites. Responsible for delivery of services and treatment as outlined in Article 16 regulatory guidance documents. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree with 7-10 years of related OPWDD Article 16 Clinic experience. Master’s degree with 2-3 years of healthcare administration experience preferred.

Pay: $90,000/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # DG0524529

Thursday September 18, 2025

 Job Title: Sales Associate                                                                   City: Marcy, NY

Full time for a dairy product producer and distributor. Duties: Provide excellent customer service, follows company policies and procedures, and sells products to individuals. Stocking products on shelves, in coolers and freezers. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Experience in point-of-sale and food service is a plus.

Pay: $15.75/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG0547038

Thursday September 18, 2025

Job Title: Housekeeper                                                                        City: Utica, NY

Full time for a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. Duties: Perform daily cleaning tasks, including dusting, vacuuming, and sanitizing common areas and resident rooms. Ensure cleanliness and hygiene in bathrooms, kitchens, and common areas. Dispose of trash and waste. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred.

Pay: $16.25/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1543387

Friday September 19, 2025

 Job Title: Teller                                                                                   City: Herkimer, NY

Full time for a full-service community bank. Duties: Process various financial transactions for bank customers in a timely and accurate manner. Deliver exceptional customer service to individuals and business customers using program disciplines. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Minimum of 1 year of customer service and cash handling experience. Must be at least 18 years of age.

Pay: $18.68 - $19.20/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1543076

Friday September 19, 2025

 Job Title: Administrative Assistant                                                     City: Oneida, NY

Full time for a family service center. Duties: Answer incoming telephone calls/voice mails, determine purpose of callers, and forward calls to appropriate personnel or department; Take and deliver messages or transfer calls to voice mail. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent required. One year telephone and/or business experience preferred. Must have a valid driver’s license.

Pay: $17.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG0334901

Hours are from 11PM to 7AM

Pay rate is $16.00 for the first 240 hours and $21.40 per hour thereafter.

Interested applicants can apply in person at CWSI, located at 2245 Bleecker St., Utica, NY

Check out the valuable new employment opportunities and avenues below for skill development. Plus our latest featured job opportunities!

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

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JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

• 9/17/25 – Come learn about state job opportunities! 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. 
• 9/17/25 – In-person Mini Job Fair from 10:00AM – 12:00PM at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 N. Prospect Street, Herkimer. 
• 9/18/25 – Come learn about state job opportunities! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 1:30PM and is located at the Jervis Public Library, 613 N Washington Street, Rome, NY. 
• 9/18/25 – 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. 
• 9/23/25 – Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair 11:00AM – 2:00PM. 
• 9/24/25 – FREE Virtual Job Fair September 24, 2025: Herkimer, Madison, Oneida Counties. Don’t miss the 3 – County Job Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 24th from 11:00AM – 1:00PM! Register today for your instant interview with great local employers who are HIRING NOW. 
• 9/25/25 – One Day Hiring Event at the Rome Alliance Church, 920 Turin St. Rome, NY, from 11:00AM – 1:00PM. Visit www.romejobfairs.org for more information. 
• 10/8/25 – Come learn about state job opportunities! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 11:30AM and is located at the Utica Career Center in the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor, Utica, NY. 
• 10/9/25 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 1:00PM and is located at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 North Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY.
• 10/23/25 – SUNY Poly Fall 2025 Career Fair from 12:00PM – 2:00PM at the Wildcat Field House, 100 Seymour Road, Utica, NY 13502. Save the date!
• 10/30/25 – NDEAM Diverse Abilities Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the MVCC Rome Campus, 1101 Floyd Ave, Rome, NY 13440. Save the date!
• USPS – Virtual Job Fairs every Thursday from 11:00AM – 1:00PM.

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

• Time is running out to sign up for Advance 2 Apprenticeship at MVCC. They are enrolling for their Fall Session now. You’ll receive training to develop in-demand skills to jumpstart your career in Manufacturing. There is no cost to students. It runs September 16 – December 11.
• Real Life Rosies Bootcamp – A great opportunity for women! Prepare for a career or Registered Apprenticeship in Modern Manufacturing. There is no cost to participate. Transportation and childcare are available. The next training runs September 15-December 10, 2025. The program is offered by MACNY, The Manufacturers Association, Mohawk Valley Community College, Working Solutions, and NYS Empire State Development. 
• NYS Office of Mental Health – Start your career with the Office of Mental Health! Are you compassionate? Are you motivated? Are you interested in making a difference? Then a career with the Office of Mental Health (OMH) may be right for you! OMH is recruiting individuals with the desire to promote the mental health and well-being of all New Yorkers. They are hiring: Direct Care Staff; Cleaners; Food Service Workers; Teachers; Nurses; Psychologists; and many more! 
• Mohawk Valley Build – MV Build is a paid 15-week training program for individuals interested in pursuing a career in the skilled trades. The program runs from October 20, 2025, to February 12, 2026. It is held on Mondays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays from 5:00PM – 8:30PM at the MVCC Construction and Trades Building, 335 Catherine St., Utica. MV Build provides classroom and hands-on experience, a nationally recognized credential, and an opportunity to enter into a union apprenticeship upon completion of the program. 

Products/ services business provides Olive Oil and other edible oils for food manufacturing.

Job Description

Successful and growing global importer and food manufacturer headquartered Utica, NY is seeking a full-time Production/Shipping & Receiving Personnel. This position is for 8-hour daytime shifts, Monday through Friday.
Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 2 years’ experience driving a forklift in a warehouse environment. Ideal candidates will also have experience moving bulk products using pumps and hoses. Top candidates will be enthusiastic, dependable, and have strong organizational skills.

Typical Duties (including but not limited to):
Loading/Unloading tankers and railcars of bulk edible oil
Work on Production/Filling Lines
Maintaining accurate shipping & receiving logs
Assisting in physical inventory counts
Loading/Unloading trucks with a forklift
Maintaining a safe and clean work environment, and complying with all good manufacturing practices
Ensuring all Safe Quality Foods (SQF) requirements are followed
Assisting with preventative maintenance of warehouse facility and equipment
Maintaining security of the warehouse and shipping docks
Some heavy lifting is required
Preferred experience and skills include:

Minimum 2 years relevant experience in warehouse and production environment
Experience with quality control and safety programs, especially in food manufacturing
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Minimum Requirements:

Willing to work full time 40 hours per week
High school diploma or equivalent

Pay commensurate with experience; Growth potential
Holiday schedule and paid time off
401K with Company Contribution
Company-Sponsored Individual Health Insurance
Family Health Insurance options
Demanding but fun work environment where the days fly by
Work with an awesome team of people
Reference/Security Check? Yes
Job is: Full Time
Work Hours 40
Normal work days Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Overtime? Yes
Number of Years of Education Needed? 0
Specialized education required? 0
Years of Experience Required 0
Will you accept related experience? Yes
Will you accept a trainee? Yes
Are you on a public transportation route? Yes
Salary Range $18-21
Pay Frequency Hourly
Is salary negotiable? No
Health Insurance? Yes
Dental Insurance? Yes
Paid Vacation? No
Sick Leave? Yes
Paid Holidays? No
Retirement Plan? Yes

Location: 75 Wurz Ave, Utica
Website Address https://www.mandiacorp.com/

To Apply:

Contact David DeLucia

Learn more at link:

Department: Treasurer

Title: Accountant

ANTICIPATED Permanent Position

Full-time Opening

Salary: $60,164 (2025 base pay rate)

You won't want to miss the news and opportunities in this edition of our apprenticeship newsletter. Including:

>A valuable new PAID training opportunity

>More free apprenticeship information  and training opportunities

>Great success stories

>Apprenticeship news and informative articles

>Incentives for businesses

AND LOTS MORE!

READ IT HERE

Are you looking for meaningful, mission-driven work? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of youth and adults while working with a supportive, passionate team? Bridges located in Oneida NY is seeking a full-time Prevention Education Specialist (35 hrs./week) to help lead our efforts in substance use prevention across Madison County.

Position Overview:
In this hybrid role (based in Oneida, NY), you'll deliver evidence-based alcohol and other drug prevention programs in schools and community settings. You'll facilitate trainings, host community forums, and lead outreach efforts to educate and empower people of all ages. This position includes in-person work as needed, along with some evening and weekend hours.

Key Responsibilities:
• Teach prevention curriculum in local schools
• Coordinate and facilitate community education programs
• Lead outreach and engagement efforts across the county
• Support program planning and data tracking

Minimum qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree required (candidates nearing degree completion are encouraged to apply)
• Master’s Degree preferred
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Background check required

Compensation & Benefits:
• Starting rate: $20/hour
• Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings account
• 401(k) with employer match
• Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Schedule:
• Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM3:30 PM (with a half-hour lunch)
• Schedule may adjust to align with school hours as needed
• Occasional evening and weekend work required

Send cover letter and resume to:

Learn more at link below:

Department: Public Health
Title: Family Support Specialist (2 positions open)

Permanent Opening, Full Time Position

Salary: $46,290.00 (2025 base pay rate)

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 September 8, 2025 

 Job Title: Call Center Specialist                                                          City: Utica, NY

Full time for a full-service community bank. Duties: Perform account maintenance within established guidelines and obtain required documentation for back-up in adherence to policies and procedures. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent required. Must have at least one year of customer service.

Pay: $20.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1543020

Monday September 8, 2025 

Job Title: QC Tech                                                                              City: Oriskany Falls, NY

Full time for a building material company. Duties: Perform routine testing of ready-mix concrete to ensure compliance with specifications and standards. Maintain accurate records of test results and communicate findings to production and quality teams. Assist in troubleshooting product quality issues and recommend corrective actions. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age.

Pay: $23.00 - $27.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0510501    

Tuesday September 9, 2025 

 Job Title: Store Associate                                                                  City: Yorkville, NY

Full time for a discount grocery store chain. Duties: Process customer purchases, perform general cleaning duties, stock shelves and merchandise displays neatly. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Prior work experience in a retail environment preferred.

Pay: $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG0514142

Tuesday September 9, 2025

 Job Title: Building and Grounds Attendant                                         City: Marcy, NY

Full time for an electricity generation company. Duties: Clean washrooms, furniture and other building cleaning. Move office furniture, equipment and supplies. Keep public area sidewalks clear of debris and snow. Dispose of trash and other waste materials. Mow lawns using hand or power mowers. Requirements: Should have knowledge of building cleaning and grounds maintenance.

Pay: $22.97/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG0511319

Wednesday September 10, 2025

Job Title: Rail Bike Guide                                                                    City: Thendara, NY

Part time for a railroad company. Duties: Responsible to provide the safety information about rail bike operations prior to each departure and directs patrons in getting on and off the rail bike. Pedaling Guide rail bike on multiple daily 6-mile round trip excursions. Requirements: Must have a current and valid driver’s license.

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1542982

Wednesday September 10, 2025

 Job Title: Cook                                                                                    City: Morrisville, NY      

Full time for a rehabilitation center. Duties: Monitor and record food temperatures to ensure food safety. Cook meals according to menus, special dietary or nutritional restrictions, or numbers of portions to be served. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Must possess knowledge of safe food handling procedures.

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1542849

Thursday September 11, 2025

 Job Title: Customer Service Specialist                                               City: Verona, NY

Full time for a propane supplier. Duties: Answer phones, chats, social media, or email in a polite, courteous, and professional manner. Schedule delivery orders and utilize basic negation skills for issues pertaining to new and returning customers. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. 1 or more years of customer service experience. Must have data entry experience.

Pay: $17.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG0521197

Thursday September 11, 2025

Job Title: Onboard Services Attendant                                               City: Utica, NY

Part time for a heritage railway. Duties: Prepare tables by setting up linens, eating utensils, and glasses, ensuring cleanliness. Greet and escort passengers to their tables. Present menu information and respond when asked about portions, ingredients. Take accurate food and beverage orders, using order slips. Requirements: Experience preferred.

Pay: $16.50/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1543101

Friday September 12, 2025

 Job Title: Insultation Installer                                                             City: West Winfield, NY

Full time for an insulation contractor. Duties: Travel across New York State to insulate homes and buildings, assisting our clients in completing their projects and enhancing their homes' comfort and efficiency. Requirements: No experience necessary. Positive attitude required. May require out-of-town travel with overnight stays.

Pay: $18.00 - $28.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1542943

Friday September 12, 2025

 Job Title: Technical Support Specialist                                               City: Cazenovia, NY

Full time for a tractor dealer. Duties: Responsible for fielding customer calls regarding agricultural and lawn and garden equipment service issues and maintaining internal technical libraries consisting of service manuals and equipment technical information. Requirements: Associate degree in related field. Must have excellent customer service.

Pay: $22.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1542888

Welcome to a new month full of opportunities! Explore the list below to find great events and training opportunities to advance your career:

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

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JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

• 9/9/25 – Culinary & Hospitality Hiring Event Noon-6:00PM at Point Place Casino Hotel, 450-452 NY-31, Bridgeport, NY 13030. Visit https://www.turningstoneenterprises.com/careers/hiring-events for more information!
• 9/9/25 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 1:00PM and is located at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 North Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. 
• 9/11/25 – Come learn about state job opportunities! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 10:00AM and is located at the Utica Career Center in the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor, Utica, NY.
• 9/17/25 – Come learn about state job opportunities! 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. 
• 9/18/25 – Come learn about state job opportunities! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 1:30PM and is located at the Jervis Public Library, 613 N Washington Street, Rome, NY. 
• 9/18/25 – 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. 
• 9/23/25 – Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair 11:00AM – 2:00PM. Save the date!
• 9/24/25 – FREE Virtual Job Fair September 24, 2025: Herkimer, Madison, Oneida Counties. Don’t miss the 3 – County Job Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 24th from 11:00AM – 1:00PM! Register today for your instant interview with great local employers who are HIRING NOW. 
• 9/25/25 – One Day Hiring Event at the Rome Alliance Church, 920 Turin St. Rome, NY, from 11:00AM – 1:00PM. Visit www.romejobfairs.org for more information. 
• 10/23/25 – SUNY Poly Fall 2025 Career Fair from 12:00PM – 2:00PM at the Wildcat Field House, 100 Seymour Road, Utica, NY 13502. Save the date.
• USPS – Virtual Job Fairs every Thursday from 11:00AM – 1:00PM. 

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

• Time is running out to sign up for Advance 2 Apprenticeship at MVCC. They are enrolling for their Fall Session now. You’ll receive training to develop in-demand skills to jumpstart your career in Manufacturing. There is no cost to students. It runs September 16 – December 11. 
• Real Life Rosies Bootcamp – A great opportunity for women! Prepare for a career or Registered Apprenticeship in Modern Manufacturing. There is no cost to participate. Transportation and childcare are available. The next training runs September 15-December 10, 2025. The program is offered by MACNY, The Manufacturers Association, Mohawk Valley Community College, Working Solutions, and NYS Empire State Development.
• NYS Office of Mental Health – Start your career with the Office of Mental Health! Are you compassionate? Are you motivated? Are you interested in making a difference? Then a career with the Office of Mental Health (OMH) may be right for you! OMH is recruiting individuals with the desire to promote the mental health and well-being of all New Yorkers. They are hiring: Direct Care Staff; Cleaners; Food Service Workers; Teachers; Nurses; Psychologists; and many more! 
• Mohawk Valley Build – MV Build is a paid 15-week training program for individuals interested in pursuing a career in the skilled trades. The program runs from October 20, 2025, to February 12, 2026. It is held on Mondays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays from 5:00PM – 8:30PM at the MVCC Construction and Trades Building, 335 Catherine St., Utica. MV Build provides classroom and hands-on experience, a nationally recognized credential, and an opportunity to enter into a union apprenticeship upon completion of the program.