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

Herkimer Working Solutions Recruitment Event October 20th

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This Thursday, from 10:00am to Noon, visit the Herkimer Working Solutions and speak with representatives from Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency (MVCAA) and Herkimer County Emergency Services/911 about their current job opportunities.

They are hiring now!

Where: 320 N. Prospect St., Herkimer, NY

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Herkimer Working Solutions Recruitment Event, Thursday, Oct. 13, 2022

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Thursday, October 13th from 10:00am - Noon 

Visit Herkimer Working Solutions and APPLY on the spot with Indium Corporation and/or NYS Office for People with Developmental Disabilities!

LEARN MORE HERE

Herkimer Working Solutions: 320 N. Prospect St. Herkimer, NY 13350
315-867-1400

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City of Oneida is Hiring a Water Superintendent

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This is an administrative position responsible for maintaining a continuous supply of potable water in the City of Oneida and surrounding municipalities/outside districts.

Oversees the planning, construction, operation, maintenance and repair of the municipal water distribution system and water treatment plant. Work is performed in accordance with general policies established by the City Engineer with wide latitude for independently planning and directing projects and daily activities. Supervises all subordinate water department personnel. Does related work as required.


Job Location City of Oneida
Anticipated Start Date 10/31/2022 
Job is: Full Time, Part Time, Regular
Work Hours 40
Normal work days Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Overtime? No
Specialized education required? Engineering License or Degree
Years of Experience Required 1
Will you accept related experience? Yes
Salary Range 80,000-90,000
Pay Frequency Annually
Is salary negotiable? Yes
Health Insurance? Yes
Dental Insurance? Yes
Paid Vacation? Yes
Sick Leave? Yes
Paid Holidays? Yes

City of Oneida
109 North Main Street
Oneida, NY  13421

TO APPLY:
Alyssa Hopkins
Email


Website Address: oneidacityny.gov

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LEHIGH HANSON is seeking a Ready Mix Driver for their Bainbridge facility.

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As a Ready Mix Driver, you will deliver concrete to job sites following safety and operational guidelines; check concrete for quality and size according to ticket; and maintain courteous customer relations.

WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE

Sign On Bonus - $2,000!
Health, Dental & Vision Benefits Year-Round
Vacation & Paid Holidays
Opportunities for Winter Work and Learning New Skills
No Overnights- HOME DAILY!

 

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO
Deliver Ready Mix Concrete to the customer in a timely manner
Maintain vehicle in a clean, organized, and safe fashion
Work with customer to achieve maximum customer service
Observe all safety precautions and rules specified by federal, state, and Company regulations including but not limited to: wearing property safety gear and attending safety meetings, perform pre-trip inspections, complete vehicle inspection reports, and report unsafe conditions and accidents

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Valid Commercial Driver's License Class A or B
Proficient reading, writing, and math skills
Minimum of one-year vehicle road experience operating multi-speed transmission of a Commercial vehicle
Good driving record
Valid medical card
Concrete knowledge and experience preferred
Mechanical background or skills preferred
Solid attendance and punctuality history

WORK ENVIRONMENT
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Work Availability - Be available to work six days a week (Monday-Saturday) and occasionally on Sunday. Must be able to drive a maximum of eleven hours per day and work up to 14 hours per day as regulated by the Department of Transportation.
Physical Requirements: sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, twisting, climbing, balancing, bending (bending at the waist, lifting above the waist and lifting below the waist), kneeling, reaching, grasping (use of both hands), squatting, repetitive motions, manipulative finger movements with both hands, use of wrists (flexing or rotating with both wrists), use of both feet, use of arms above and below shoulder, work extended periods of time in same position, perform duties in all climates i.e. weather, extreme temperatures, tolerate heights, lift and carry up to 75 lbs., work in confined spaces, capable of wearing respiratory and other personal protective equipment
We appreciate that candidates have many questions when considering opportunities, so we want to let you know that we offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, which we like to share with candidates a little bit later in the process.
Lehigh Hanson is a drug free workplace

Job Location 2367 State Highway 12, Bainbridge, NY

Anticipated Start Date 10/24/2022 
Requires a Physical? Yes
Requires a Drug Test? Yes
Job is: Full Time
Work Hours 7AM-3PM
Please check normal work days Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Overtime? Yes
Specialized education required? CDL
Years of Experience Required 1 year
Will you accept related experience? Yes
Will you accept a trainee? Yes
Is a driver's license required? Yes
Salary Range 40,000-50,000
Pay Frequency Hourly
Health Insurance? Yes
Dental Insurance? Yes
Paid Vacation? Yes
Sick Leave? Yes
Paid Holidays? Yes
Retirement Plan? Yes
Address: 306 E Walnut Street, Oneida
Zip/Postal 13421
State / Province / Region NY

TO APPLY

Tiffany Webster

Hanson Aggregates is one of the largest producers of crushed stone, sand and gravel in the U.S. With its robust network of plants and ability to transport materials by water and rail, Hanson Aggregates has the capability to supply construction projects in major markets across the country. Hanson also operates ready mixed concrete and asphalt facilities in select markets across the U.S. and Canada.


Lehigh Hanson has thousands of employees across hundreds of locations in the U.S. and Canada, making us North America’s leading supplier of cement, aggregates, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, and related construction materials. 
www.lehighhanson.com

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Amazon is Hiring Transportation Associates based in Liverpool

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Amazon has ten immediate openings in the Liverpool area for Transportation Associates

Interviews start on October 19th.

The starting pay is $21.10/hr as well as earning an Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) paid for by Amazon!

To learn more and how to apply, GO HERE

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Helping CNY Get Back To Work

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

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Utica, New York 13501

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