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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.

Featured jobs and free training events - April 25, 2025

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Skill acquisition and job opportunities are thriving. Check out the options below and mark your calendars!

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

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Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 04-25-2025

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

  • 4/29/25 – RADAR Virtual Job Fair.  Pre-register at link.
  • 5/1/25 – Madison County Community Job Fair from 10:00AM – 12:00PM at the Cazenovia American Legion, 26 Chenango St., Cazenovia, NY 13035. 
  • 5/1/25 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! 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 in the Adirondack Room. 
  • 5/7/25 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 10:30AM and is located at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 North Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. 
  • 5/9/25 – Laborers’ Local 190 Construction Hiring Event from 5:00PM – 7:00PM at Herkimer College, 100 Reservoir Rd, Herkimer, NY.
  • 5/10/25 – Laborers’ Local 190 Construction Hiring Event from 9:00AM – 12:00PM at Herkimer College, 100 Reservoir Rd, Herkimer, NY. 
  • 5/12/25 – Culinary Hiring Event 1:00PM – 3:00PM at Tin Rooster Honky Tonk at the Turning Stone Casino, 5218 Patrick Rd., Verona, NY 13478. Visit https://www.turningstoneenterprises.com/careers/hiring-events for more informaion!
  • 5/14/25 – Spring Into Success Job Fair hosted by Oneida Health from 8:00AM – 3:00PM at Vernon Downs Casino Hotel, 4229 Stuhlman Rd, Vernon, NY 13476. 
  • 5/15/25 – 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.  Save the date!
  • 5/20/25 – Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair 11:00AM – 2:00PM.  Save the date!

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

  • Struggling to job search in the digital age? Herkimer Working Solutions is hosting free computer training and certification classes from Northstar Digital Literacy. Learn basic computer skills, internet basics, career search skills, Microsoft Word and Excel and more. They have sessions every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. For more information call (315) 867-1400. 
  • Job Corps Information Session 9:00AM – 1:00PM every other Wednesday at the Herkimer County Working Solutions. Job Corps is a federally sponsored training program, offering training opportunities in Healthcare, Advanced Manufacturing, Construction, Automotive, and more, all free of charge. Job Corps serves youth ages 16 – 24 and can help with GED, trades training, driving, soft skill training, and transition services. For more information, call Kimberly Dean at (607) 267-1621. Come learn how Job Corps can help you meet your employment and education goals! 
  • Empowered Pathways' Women's Employment & Resource Center (WERC) is offering a new workshop this spring. The Job Interview Skills workshop will be presented by their Executive Director, Stephanie Eghigian. The workshop will be on Tuesday, April 29th from 9:30AM to 12:30PM
  • Summer Jobs for Herkimer County Youth: See link for summer job opportunities through Herkimer County. Don’t delay-the positions will go fast. 
  • The WERC Program at Empowered Pathways is offering a new workshop on May 29th from 9:30AM - 12:30PM. The title of the workshop is 'Unlocking Your Potential with Canva Pro'. It will be a tutorial on how to use Canva Design and go through some examples of what you can design on there. Those interested can call or email to sign up at (315)724-1718 ext.104 or
  • Heavy Equipment Operation course at Madison-Oneida BOCES. The course will be May 19th – July 14th, Mondays – Thursdays 3:00PM – 8:00PM and Saturdays 7:00AM – 1:00PM with a tuition of $2,600. The focus of this course is hands-on experience with a dozer, loader, backhoe, skid steer excavator, and dump truck. Includes practical machinery care and daily maintenance. Student must provide suitable clothing for the operation of this machinery. Valid driver's license is required. First Aid/CPR and OSHA-10 included. Call (315) 361-5800 for registration or visit Heavy Equipment Operation - BOCES Consortium of Continuing Education for more information!
  • The Waterville Residential Care Center is offering a free CNA training! This is a great opportunity for high school students age 16+ or anyone within the community. It is a 3-week course consisting of a combination of online coursework and 5 in person skills/clinical days. Upon successful completion of the course, you will be scheduled to take the NYS Prometric CNA exam at Waterville Residential Care Center. They have new classes starting every week. For more information or to schedule an interview contact Waterville residential care center at (315) 841-4156 or online at www.watervillecares.com
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New Oneida County Civil Service examination: Police Supervisors/Investigators series

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Learn more at link

Senior Confidential Investigator #60-032300 (OC)

Application Deadline: May 20, 2025

Examination Date: June 14, 2025

https://oneida-portal.mycivilservice.com/post/exams

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Optum is hiring a Field Patient Care Coordinator in Utica

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Featured jobs and free training events - April 22, 2025

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

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 04-14-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 04-15-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 04-16-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 04-17-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 04-18-2025

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

  • Struggling to job search in the digital age? Herkimer Working Solutions is hosting free computer training and certification classes from Northstar Digital Literacy. Learn basic computer skills, internet basics, career search skills, Microsoft Word and Excel and more. They have sessions every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. For more information call (315) 867-1400. 
  • Job Corps Information Session 9:00AM – 1:00PM every other Wednesday at the Herkimer County Working Solutions. Job Corps is a federally sponsored training program, offering training opportunities in Healthcare, Advanced Manufacturing, Construction, Automotive, and more, all free of charge. Job Corps serves youth ages 16 – 24 and can help with GED, trades training, driving, soft skill training, and transition services. For more information, call Kimberly Dean at (607) 267-1621. Come learn how Job Corps can help you meet your employment and education goals! 
  • Empowered Pathways' Women's Employment & Resource Center (WERC) is offering a new workshop this spring. The Job Interview Skills workshop will be presented by their Executive Director, Stephanie Eghigian. The workshop will be on Tuesday, April 29th from 9:30AM to 12:30PM. 
  • Summer Jobs for Herkimer County Youth: See link for summer job opportunities through Herkimer County. Don’t delay-the positions will go fast.
  • The WERC Program at Empowered Pathways is offering a new workshop on May 29th from 9:30AM - 12:30PM. The title of the workshop is 'Unlocking Your Potential with Canva Pro'. It will be a tutorial on how to use Canva Design and go through some examples of what you can design on there. Those interested can call or email to sign up at (315)724-1718 ext.104 or .
  • Heavy Equipment Operation course at Madison-Oneida BOCES. The course will be May 19th – July 14th, Mondays – Thursdays 3:00PM – 8:00PM and Saturdays 7:00AM – 1:00PM with a tuition of $2,600. The focus of this course is hands-on experience with a dozer, loader, backhoe, skid steer excavator, and dump truck. Includes practical machinery care and daily maintenance. Student must provide suitable clothing for the operation of this machinery. Valid driver's license is required. First Aid/CPR and OSHA-10 included. Call (315) 361-5800 for registration or visit Heavy Equipment Operation - BOCES Consortium of Continuing Education for more information!
  • The Waterville Residential Care Center is offering a free CNA training! This is a great opportunity for high school students age 16+ or anyone within the community. It is a 3-week course consisting of a combination of online coursework and 5 in person skills/clinical days. Upon successful completion of the course, you will be scheduled to take the NYS Prometric CNA exam at Waterville Residential Care Center. Their next class starts April 27th, with new classes starting every week. For more information or to schedule an interview contact Waterville residential care center at (315) 841-4156 or online at www.watervillecares.com
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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - April 22, 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 April 21, 2025 

Job Title: RV Service Technician                                                        City: Kirkville, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a family owned and operated RV dealership. Duties: Repairing and prepping recreational vehicles. Perform diagnostics on appliances, electrical systems, LP gas, HVAC, technology, and plumbing. Requirements: Must have a valid driver’s license. Must have high school diploma or the equivalent.

                                                                                                  

Pay: $35,000/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # NY1531985

 

Monday April 21, 20

Job Title: Principal Account Clerk                                                       City: Herkimer, NY

Full time for a community college. Duties: Account keeping work involving responsibility for planning, assigning and supervising major account keeping activities and/or independently performing difficult and responsible account keeping functions. Requirements: Must have high school diploma or the equivalent with five years of progressively responsible experience in maintaining financial accounts and records.

Pay: $40,928/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # DF9797217     

 

Tuesday April 22, 2025 

 Job Title: Sibling Behavioral Management Specialist                         City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Part time for a nonprofit organization. Duties: Provide ongoing interventions that support the child and

family in implementing a care plan. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and vehicle insurance. 2,000 hours experience with youth who have serious emotional disturbances (SED) is required.

 

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1531529

 

 

Tuesday April 22, 2025

 Job Title: Rail Bike Guide                                                                    City: Utica, NY

Part time for a railroad company. Duties: Lead guests on scenic outdoor railroad rides using our rail bikes ensuring safe, timely tours and a 5-star customer experience. Pedaling Rail bikes on 46-mile (8-12 miles round trip) excursions (2-4 tours per day). Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Customer service experience preferred. CPR & First Aide certification preferred.

 

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1532060

 

Wednesday April 23, 2025

Job Title: Sustainability Specialist                                                      City: Mohawk, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a nonprofit organization. Duties: Assist local governments to become Climate Smart Communities Certified, with completing the required actions to become a designated Clean Energy Community, in adopting model codes and streamlined clean energy permitting processes, etc. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in environmental science field. 3-5 years in an environmental field.

Pay: $55,000 - $60,000/year. Benefits.                                                 Job Order # NY1531543

 

 

Wednesday April 23, 2025

 Job Title: CDL Drivers                                                                         City: Chittenango, NY      

 

Full time for a construction company. Duties: Operate dump trucks, volumetric mixer trucks and delivery trucks. Must be able to load trucks. Responsible for truck maintenance and equipment maintenance. Requirements: Must possess a valid NYS CDL A or B license. Must be able to lift up to at least 50 pounds. Must be able to stand, bend, and walk for periods of time.

 

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1532048

 

                                   

Thursday April 24, 2025

 Job Title: Coffee Production Team Member                                        City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a coffee shop. Duties: Grinding, packing, and dating product to meet demands in positive, growing environment. Assemble, pack, label and stage boxes for delivery to the warehouse. Requirements: Must have high school diploma or the equivalent. 1 year of experience in a fast-paced production environment.

                                                                       

Pay: $15.50/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1532076

 

Thursday April 24, 2025

Job Title: Experienced Line Station Cook                                           City: Utica, NY

 

Part time for a farm-to-table restaurant. Duties: Prepare and execute dishes with precision, ensuring top-tier quality, taste, and presentation. Stay current with industry trends and bring fresh, creative ideas to the kitchen. Requirements: Proven experience as a Line Cook in a farm-to-table or fine dining setting. Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.

Pay: $17.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1530653

 

Friday April 25, 2025

Job Title: Install/Delivery Team Laborer                                              City: Mohawk, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for an office supply company. Duties: Load, transport, and deliver products to customers safely and efficiently. Assemble and install office furniture. Requirements: One year certificate from college or technical school; or 3-6 months related experience and/or training. Must have driver’s license. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

 

Pay: $15.50 - $17.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1531994

 

Friday April 25, 2025

Job Title: Service Coordinator                                                            City: Cazenovia, NY

Full time for a tractor dealer. Duties: Schedule and control workflow of service technicians, evaluate and prioritize customer needs, advise customers of necessary repairs and create work orders to ensure proper billing. Requirements: Must have excellent customer service skills. Must have mechanical knowledge.

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1532342

 

 

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Tidal Basin Group is hiring a Full Time Corporate Accounting Manager in Utica

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Job Description

Position Summary: The accounting manager will be responsible for monthly close and related activities for multiple entities, along with intercompany entries and statements consolidation tasks. It will have one direct report and collaborate with multiple groups within the Finance department. Great visibility and a lot of opportunities for growth/learning.
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Duties and Responsibilities include:

Manage monthly book closing and ensure proper accounting treatment of all transactions, including intercompany; review/analyze results; resolve issues; maintain and communicate closing schedules; strive to improve efficiency and communication among all stakeholders.


Manage and lead the general ledger team, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, in compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.
Assist general ledger tasks, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, in compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.


Assist in coordination of financial external audits (RSM) and support establishing internal accounting control policies and procedures in compliance with GAAP, accounting requirements, and company policy.


Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Reference/Security Check? Yes
Requires a Physical? No
Requires a Drug Test? Yes
Work Hours 9am-5pm
Overtime? No
Number of Years of Education Needed? Bachelor's Degree
Specialized education required? Accounting
Years of Experience Required 5-7
Will you accept related experience? Yes
Is a driver's license required? Yes
Salary Range $100,000.00
Is salary negotiable? Yes
Health Insurance? Yes
Dental Insurance? Yes
Paid Vacation? Yes
Sick Leave? Yes
Paid Holidays? Yes
Retirement Plan? Yes

169 Business Park Drive, Utica, NY 13502

https://www.tidalbasingroup.com/

To Apply Contact:

Sandra Mullen

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Diebold Nixdorf is hiring a full-time Field Service Technician in Utica

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Diebold Nixdorf is headquartered out of North Canton, Ohio and Paderborn Germany, with a local outfit in Utica. Their company provides technical support to banks for ATMs.

Minimum qualifications are a drivers' license and a High School Diploma/GED. Starting rate of pay is $19-$25/hr with benefits including full health/vision/dental, company van and gas card, 401k with employer matching, overtime availability, and on-call pay.

Interested applicants: complete an application through their Indeed posting here: https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=df4a7d1a8f8cfc38&tk=1iosot89ngc1r83h&from=serp&vjs=3

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Utica Career Center Mini Job Fair April 17, 2025

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April 17th -  1:00pm – 3:00pm

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

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

For more information about this event, contact James Bepko:

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A new Oneida County Civil Service examination has been issued within the Correction Officer series

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Learn more at link:

Correction Officer #60-031270 (OC)

Application Deadline: May 15, 2025

Examination Questionnaire Period: June 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025

https://oneida-portal.mycivilservice.com/post/exams

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50 Forward Mohawk Valley is hiring a Site Coordinator in Utica

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50 Forward provides programs and services to individuals 50+, empowering them to live healthy and vibrant lives.

 

With tripled membership in the past three years, they continue to grow, serving over 4,000 individuals in Oneida and Herkimer counties. 50 Forward is committed to helping seniors stay healthy, independent, and active in their communities. Due to continued growth, 50 Forward seeks a Site Coordinator at each location to ensure business continuity.

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - April 14, 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 April 14, 2025 

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic/Operator                                         City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a housing authority. Duties: Perform a variety of skilled repair tasks in connection with the maintenance and repair of all public buildings, grounds, equipment, and automotive equipment. Requirements: Must have a valid driver’s license. High school diploma or GED with 2 years of experience in general building maintenance.

                                                                                                  

Pay: $19.70 - $23.95/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1531365

 

Monday April 14, 2025                                                                         

Job Title: Assistant Spray Technician                                                 City: Chittenango, NY

Full time for a landscaping company. Duties: Assist with turf work and lawn treatments. Provide weed control, fertilizing treatments, other areas of concern such as insect and fungi treatments and tree and shrub care. Requirements: Must be at least 17 years of age. Driver’s license preferred. Prior experience preferred.

Pay: $18.00 - $24.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1531350     

 

Tuesday April 15, 2025 

Job Title: Accounts Payable Clerk                                                      City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a nonprofit blindness agency. Duties: Assist with accounts payable processes. Print receivers for purchase orders daily and match with purchase orders and other appropriate backup. Maintain receivers and PO's in appropriate files. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Accounting or accounts payable experience required. Associate degree in accounting or related field preferred.

 

Pay: $17.75/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1531643

  

Tuesday April 15, 2025

 

Job Title: Technical Assistant/Adjunct Instructor                               City: Utica, NY

Part time for a public institution. Duties: Provide lab assistance for the primary instructor by working with students on lab projects by providing advice and instruction/guidance on how to complete projects for the students. Requirements: Must hold a current FAA Airframe & Powerplant certification. Must have at least 2 years of hands-on aircraft maintenance experience.

 

Pay: $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1531435

 

                                                                                                         

Full time for a manufacturer. Duties: TIG weld, spot weld and MIG weld stainless steel. Interpret blueprints, drawings, and measurements to plan layouts. Requirements: Boces welding certificate or 6 months of welding experience. Previous fabricating experience. Must be able to read measuring tapes and operate tools- grinder, and welding torch.

Pay: $20.00 - $31.50/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1531080

 

 

Wednesday April 16, 2025

Job Title: Parts Counter Clerk                                                             City: Canastota, NY      

 

Full time for a service equipment dealer. Duties: Wait on Customers, maintain counter and show room appearance, make entries into inventory control system, and sell WFS parts, labor, and whole goods service. Fill customer orders from stock. Receive and fill telephone orders for parts. Requirements: Must have a valid and clean driver’s license.

 

Pay: $15.50 - $30.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1531338

 

                                   

Thursday April 17, 2025

Job Title: Mentor                                                                                 City: Utica, NY

 

Part time for a nonprofit organization. Duties: Provide a structured one-to-one relationship or partnership that focuses on the needs of the mentored child in achieving a treatment goal. Requirements: Must be 18 years of age. High school diploma or the equivalent. 1,000 hours experience with youth who have serious emotional disturbances required. Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and insurance.

                                                                       

Pay: $18.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1531530

 

Thursday April 17, 2025

Job Title: HVAC Control Specialist                                                     City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for an affordable housing and supportive services agency. Duties: Maintain and modify HVAC and/or refrigeration systems. Identify repair/replacement needs necessary to maintain equipment and systems. Requirements: Valid driver’s license. Associate degree with 3 years of experience; trade school certificate with 5 years of experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Pay: $28.22/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1531364

Friday April 18, 2025

 

Job Title: Hardware Sales Associate                                                   City: Ilion, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a hardware store. Duties: Use a POS system, wait on customers, restock products, use a computer, cut glass, repair windows, doors, and screens. Perform maintenance on lawn mowers and string trimmers. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Must have at least 1 year of experience. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

 

Pay: $15.50/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1531483

Friday April 18, 2025

 

Job Title: Ag Service Technician                                                         City: Canastota, NY

Full time for a farm equipment dealer. Duties: Set-up, repair and service agricultural equipment. Repair and maintain engines, tractors, agricultural equipment, and other related vehicles and equipment. Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds. Must have good eyesight (correctable to 20/20) and normal hearing for diagnostics and troubleshooting equipment.

Pay: $15.50 - $30.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1531336

 

 

 

 

 

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FREE Virtual Job Fair Tuesday, April 29, 2025

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All businesses and job seekers in the following counties are invited to register: Herkimer, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga, Chenango, Delaware, and Otsego counties.

The job fair will take place Tuesday, April 29th, from 11am to 1pm.

There will also be staff available from our training grant programs to talk to job seekers about how our free grant programs can help job seekers get started in a satisfying and good paying career.

>Employers and Job Seekers can chat one-on-one using text and can also meet over video

>Comprehensive reporting features for both employers and job seekers

>Easy-to-use Premier Virtual Job Fair platform

Register today! The combined registration link for businesses and job seekers is:

https://pvapi.premiervirtual.com/s/86qVGW

(Businesses select: "Organization"
Job Seekers select: "Attendee")

If you have previously attended one of our Premier Virtual Job Fair platform job fairs, select "Log In"

Job Seekers can log in to "preview" the job opportunities on Monday, April 28th, 2025, at 8am. (There will be no representatives in employer booths during the preview period.)

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Attending Businesses as of April 25th

First Choice Staffing
Working Solutions
NYS Department of Civil Service Office of Diversity and Inclusion Management
Mateflex
OTSEGO COUNTY - GOVERNMENT
Otsego Northern Catskills BOCES
Masonic Care Community
Kamp Kiwanis
Helping Young People Excel
GoNetspeed
KeyBank
Lithia & Driveway
NYS Office of Children and Family Serices
Pathfinder Village
ADHD & Autism Psychological Services and Advocacy, PLLC
adirondack bank
OCWA
Arc Herkimer
The Pines at Utica
DOCCS
Springbrook
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Better Homes & Transport Inc
Woodford Bros., Inc.
Transportation Security Administration
New York State Veterans' Home at Oxford
UPS
HP Hood LLC
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Featured jobs and free training events - April 11, 2025

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April showers seem to have arrived, bringing with them opportunities for finding new jobs and learning new skills. Here are some events you’ll want to attend in April.

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 04-07-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 04-08-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 04-09-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 04-10-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 04-11-2025

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

  • Struggling to job search in the digital age? Herkimer Working Solutions is hosting free computer training and certification classes from Northstar Digital Literacy. Learn basic computer skills, internet basics, career search skills, Microsoft Word and Excel and more. They have sessions every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. For more information call (315) 867-1400. 
  • Job Corps Information Session 9:00AM – 1:00PM every other Wednesday at the Herkimer County Working Solutions. Job Corps is a federally sponsored training program, offering training opportunities in Healthcare, Advanced Manufacturing, Construction, Automotive, and more, all free of charge. Job Corps serves youth ages 16 – 24 and can help with GED, trades training, driving, soft skill training, and transition services. For more information, call Kimberly Dean at (607) 267-1621. Come learn how Job Corps can help you meet your employment and education goals! 
  • Empowered Pathways' Women's Employment & Resource Center (WERC) is offering two new workshops this spring. The Job Interview Skills workshops will be presented by their Executive Director, Stephanie Eghigian. One will be held on Tuesday, April 15th and the other on Tuesday, April 29th. Both will be from 9:30AM to 12:30PM. Those interested can choose which date works best for them! 
  • Summer Jobs for Herkimer County Youth: See link for summer job opportunities through Herkimer County. Don’t delay-the positions will go fast.  
  • The WERC Program at Empowered Pathways is offering a new workshop on May 29th from 9:30AM - 12:30PM. The title of the workshop is 'Unlocking Your Potential with Canva Pro'. It will be a tutorial on how to use Canva Design and go through some examples of what you can design on there. Those interested can call or email to sign up at (315)724-1718 ext.104 or
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Chittenango Landscape is hiring for various positions in Chittenango, NY

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Chittenango Landscape is seeking Landscape Laborers to work at their facility.  The selected candidates would work 730am-430 or 5pm, depending on the weather and workload.  Selected candidates can expect to work 40 hours per week.  The candidate would trim, edge and mulch; no mowing is required.  In addition, candidates may assist with tree work, hauling brush, etc.

The selected candidate would be required to run power tools like shears, blowers and chain saws. All training and safety equipment (PPE) is provided. 

Physical conditions: Must be able to walk, stand on your feet for long periods of time, squat, bend, etc. 

Minimum qualifications: Candidates must be able to begin their workday at the Landscaping shop.  Candidate must be 18 years and older due to running power equipment.   Must be willing to work as a team, possess good communication skills.  Prior experience preferred but not required.  Driver's License preferred.  Must have reliable transportation to get to and from the work site. 

Pay is $18.00-24.00 per hour based upon experience. 

Interested candidates should call Doug at 315.335.2187 or email their resume to

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Chittenango Landscape is seeking a Hardscape Foreman.  The selected candidate would provide clerical support, assist with billing, assist with scheduling and provide exceptional customer service. Selected candidate would be responsible for supervising hardscape projects, managing crews, ensuring quality control, reading blueprints, and operating equipment. Selected candidate would positively interact with team members and customers. 

Physical conditions: Must be able to walk, squat and bend. Mobility: Ability to move around the landscape project.  Must have hand dexterity to utilize tools. Lifting: Capacity to lift and carry light to moderate loads. Vision and Hearing: Ability to read documents on a screen or paper and hear/respond to phone calls and in-person inquiries. Stamina: Capability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing tasks.

Minimum qualifications: Must be willing to work as a team, possess good communication skills.  Prior experience preferred but not required.  Certifications in construction or knowledge of irrigation systems, landscape architecture, etc. are preferred but not required.  Driver's License required; in order to pick up and transport items, drive equipment, etc.    Pay is $24.00/hr. 

Interested candidates should call Doug at 315.335.2187 or email their resume to

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Chittenango Landscape is seeking an Assistant Spray Tech/ Spray Tech to assist with turf work and lawn treatments. The selected candidate would provide weed control, fertilizing treatments, other areas of concern such as insect and fungi treatments and tree and shrub care due to an issue of Ash Borer which is killing Ash trees in the Northeast.  Training, uniforms and PPE are provided. The Assistant will coordinate all book work, signage and customer paperwork at each site while working under a Spray Tech.  

Spray Tech Assistants would start at $18.00/hour.  Licensed tech would start at $20.00-$22.00 with 40+ hours a week depending on the weather.

Physical conditions: Must be able to walk, stand on your feet for long periods of time, squat, bend, etc. 

Minimum qualifications: Candidates must be able to begin their workday at the Landscaping shop. As per DEC law, an Assistant Spray Tech needs to be at least 17 years old.  Must be willing to work as a team, possess good communication skills.  Prior experience preferred but not required.  Driver's License preferred.  Must have reliable transportation to get to and from the work site. 

Interested candidates should call Doug at 315.335.2187 or email their resume to

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Chittenango Landscape is seeking a part time mechanic, willing to work on small engines such as gas-powered tools, blowers, trimmers as well as heavy equipment and trucks. Tools are provided and a shop is available.  The selected candidate may also assist with finishing up body work on vehicles as needed.

Physical conditions: Must be able to walk, stand on your feet for long periods of time, squat, bend, etc. 

Minimum qualifications: Candidate must be 18 years and older due to running power equipment.   Must be willing to work as a team, possess good communication skills.  Prior experience preferred but not required.  Driver's License preferred.  Must have reliable transportation to get to and from the work site. 

Pay rate is $18-20/hour, depending on experience.

Interested candidates should call Doug at 315.335.2187 or email their resume to

 

 

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Seven O's is looking for an RV Service Technician in Kirkville, NY

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Will accept a trainee!

 

Job Description Repairing and prepping recreational vehicles. Perform diagnostics on appliances, electrical systems, LP gas, HVAC, technology, and plumbing.

Requires Reference/Security Check

Must be Bondable

Job is: Full Time or  Part Time
Work Hours: 40+
Normal work days  Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Overtime? Yes

Number of Years of Education Needed: High School Diploma or GED
Years of Experience Required: 0
Will accept related experience:Yes
Will accept a trainee: Yes

A driver's license required

Salary Range 35,000+ depending on experience
Pay Frequency Weekly
Is salary negotiable? Yes

Health Insurance? Yes
Paid Vacation? Yes
Sick Leave? Yes
Paid Holidays? Yes
Retirement Plan? Yes
Clothing Allowance? Yes


Description of products or services: RV Sales & Service

To Apply Contact: Harold Oot
Email

www.sevenos.com

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Good Friday Office Hours

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April  18th is Good Friday.

 

The Workforce Development Board offices at 209 Elizabeth St., Utica, NY will be closed in observance of the holiday.

Working Solutions locations office hours on Friday, April 18th:

Utica/ Rome, 207 Genesee Street, Utica: OPEN

Madison County, 133 N. Court St., Wampsville: OPEN

Herkimer County, 320 North Prospect Street, CLOSED

 

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Gary Falchi Carpet and Cleaning Service is hiring a Full-Time Cleaner in Oneida and Herkimer Counties - Will train!

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Must have a vehicle.

Gary Falchi carpet and cleaning service is looking to hire a full-time cleaner paying $18 per hour to start.

Will train.

Position is Oneida and Herkimer Counties.

Nights and weekend shift differential.

If interested, please call Gary at (315) 796-0333.

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Featured jobs and free training events - April 7, 2025

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Welcome to a new month full of opportunities! See the latest featured job opportunities, upcoming hiring events and valuable FREE training opportunities to advance your career:

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

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JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

  • Struggling to job search in the digital age? Herkimer Working Solutions is hosting free computer training and certification classes from Northstar Digital Literacy. Learn basic computer skills, internet basics, career search skills, Microsoft Word and Excel and more. They have sessions every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. For more information call (315) 867-1400. 
  • Job Corps Information Session 9:00AM – 1:00PM every other Wednesday at the Herkimer County Working Solutions. Job Corps is a federally sponsored training program, offering training opportunities in Healthcare, Advanced Manufacturing, Construction, Automotive, and more, all free of charge. Job Corps serves youth ages 16 – 24 and can help with GED, trades training, driving, soft skill training, and transition services. For more information, call Kimberly Dean at (607) 267-1621. Come learn how Job Corps can help you meet your employment and education goals! 
  • Empowered Pathways' Women's Employment & Resource Center (WERC) is offering two new workshops this spring. The Job Interview Skills workshops will be presented by their Executive Director, Stephanie Eghigian. One will be held on Tuesday, April 15th and the other on Tuesday, April 29th. Both will be from 9:30AM to 12:30PM. Those interested can choose which date works best for them! See kink for more details on how to sign up!
  • Summer Jobs for Herkimer County Youth: See linkr for summer job opportunities through Herkimer County. Don’t delay-the positions will go fast.
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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - April 7, 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 April 7, 2025 

 Job Title: Lawn & Garden Service Technician                                     City: Canastota, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a service equipment dealer. Duties: Set-up, repair and service lawn and garden equipment. Repair or overhaul engines and related mechanical or structural parts for a variety of equipment types. Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds. Must have good eyesight (correctable to 20/20) and normal hearing for diagnostics and troubleshooting equipment.

                                                                                                  

Pay: $15.50 - $30.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1531337

 

Monday April 7, 2025 

Job Title: Experienced Line Station Cook                                           City: Utica, NY

Part time for a farm-to-table restaurant. Duties: Prepare and execute dishes with precision, ensuring top-tier quality, taste, and presentation. Stay current with industry trends and bring fresh, creative ideas to the kitchen. Requirements: Proven experience as a Line Cook in a farm-to-table or fine dining setting. Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.

Pay: $17.00hour.                                                                                  Job Order # NY1530653     

 

Tuesday April 8, 2025 

 Job Title: Crystal Studio Assistant                                                      City: Little Falls, NY

                                                                                                         

Part time for a diamond mine. Duties: Serve as a customer service and administrative/office assistant, supporting online/social media live streaming ("live sales") and general business operations. Requirements: Must be able to type accurately and quickly. Must have experience navigating various social media platforms. Experience with product photography is a plus!

 

Pay: $15.50 - $20.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1531033

 

 

Tuesday April 8, 2025

Job Title: Float Teller                                                                          City: New Hartford, NY

Full time for a retail banking company. Duties: Provide excellent client service by welcoming both new and existing clients and assisting them with their account transactions and servicing needs. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. High school diploma or the equivalent, or equivalent business experience. Experience in a client service role. Cash handling experience required.

 

Pay: $18.00 - $22.60/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DF9797488

 

Wednesday April 9, 2025

Job Title: Truck Driver Class A or B                                                    City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a junkyard. Duties: Responsible for driving various vehicles to transport metal materials and trailers within facility. Operate a flatbed tow truck, a Mack truck for hauling bins loaded with metal, and semi-trucks for moving trailers around the yard. Requirements: Valid class A or B CDL license. Experience driving flatbed tow trucks, Mack trucks, and semi-trucks preferred.

Pay: $25.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1528145

 

 

Wednesday April 9, 2025

 Job Title: Laborer                                                                                City: Hamilton, NY           

 

Full time for a party equipment rental service. Duties: Put up tents, tables and other equipment. Drive a box truck from the warehouse to the site location. Requirements: Valid driver's license is preferred. Must be able to lift, stand for long periods of time, squat, bend, etc. Must be able to work flexible hours to include weekends as needed.

 

Pay: $19.00 - $20.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1527995

 

                                   

Thursday April 10, 2025

 Job Title: Patient Coordinator                                                             City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a dental service chain. Duties: Provide patient support by scheduling and confirming patient appointments, organizing charts, verifying insurance and payment collection. Balance nightly deposits and credit card processing. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have a high regard for time management.

                                                                       

Pay: $18.00 - $21.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DF9808694

 

Thursday April 10, 2025

Job Title: Food Service Worker I                                                         City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a nonprofit health system. Duties: Assist with meal assembly and delivery of meals and food products for patients and visitors. Prepare food tray for patient delivery. Communicate patient concerns with the managers, and clinical diet i.e. educations needs and inadequate consumption. Requirements: Some related experience in healthcare preferred.

Pay: $16.15 - $21.75/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DF9777655

 

Friday April 11, 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: Starts at $25.00/hour.                                                                  Job Order # NY1527277

 

Friday April 11, 2025

Job Title: Grill Station Cook                                                                City: Hamilton, NY

Full time for an event rental company. Duties: Requires the ability to handle high volume cooking of hamburger Hot Dogs and grilled chicken. Also build specialty sandwiches and basic cut skills. Requirements: Must be reliable, self-starter, motivated, and willing to cooperate with others as well as take direction from various levels of management with a common goal to service the kitchen staff.

Pay: $20.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1527916

 

 

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*EVENT CANCELED*Open Interviews for Wilcor April 15, 2025

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Wilcor will be at Herkimer Working Solutions on Tuesday, April 15th from 10am-12pm for open interviews

OPEN POSITIONS:
CDL A & B Drivers,

Warehouse Workers,

and Office Staff

Where: Herkimer Working Solutions (320 N.
Prospect St. Herkimer)

No appointment needed.

 

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