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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.

FREE Webinar: Strategies on how to Successfully apply for Positions at DFAS

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The Defense Finance and Accounting Service Center (DFAS) is recruiting to fill positions for Military Pay Technicians. To help candidates successfully apply for these jobs, a free "Get Hired at DFAS" webinar will be offered on: Monday, July 11th at 5:00 PM.

 
These entry-level federal jobs support America’s Heroes. Military Pay Technicians process and interpret Retirement and Annuitant documents to take appropriate action(s) ensuring we establish, update, and close customer accounts accurately and on time. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with experience in communication and finance, who want to serve those who defend America.
 
•Many positions will be telework-eligible to residents of Herkimer, Lewis, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga and Oswego Counties.
•Training and equipment will be made available.
•DFAS offers great benefits, and opportunities for education and advancement.
 

Register for this helpful webinar:  "Get Hired at DFAS" happening on: Monday, July 11th at 5:00 PM.

DFAS staff will provide information to assist applicants in understanding how to effectively navigate the online application process. Learn how to make sure your skills stand out in the online application process so you can advance to the interview stage for DFAS hiring.

To attend this webinar, register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0WRJNNyJRhiK20OxMr-YRw

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

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REMOTE Call Center Representatives Wanted

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Calling all Call Center Representatives  - AAA Northeast has remote full-time opportunities.

This is a Remote position. Eligible applicants must live within the AAA Northeast footprint to be considered for work from home opportunities. This includes RI, MA, CT, NY & NJ.

LEARN MORE AND HOW TO APPLY HERE

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Featured Job Opportunities and Hiring Events - June 24, 2022

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These local companies are looking to HIRE YOU!

 

The Department of Labor’s Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair is coming up on July 6th from 11 am to 2 pm. Jobseekers can register today at https://nysdolvirtual5.easyvirtualfair.com.

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WKTV - 2 “Back to Work” Job Orders - June 24, 2022

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To learn more about this job opportunities and how to apply, GO HERE and type in the Job Oder #.

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Job Title: Diesel Mechanic                                                                    City: Frankfort, NY

Full time for the town highway department. Duties: Fix and maintain the highway construction vehicles on a day-to-day basis. Requirements: Diesel Mechanic experience, CDLB or CDLA driver's license, welding skills, reference check, physical exam, drug test, and background check required.

Pay: Starts at $22.21/hour. Benefits.                                                         Job Order # NY1423671 

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Job Title: Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk                             City: Oriskany, NY 

Full time for a metal coating manufacturer. Duties: Input customer orders, follow up with customers on past due balances, pay vendor invoices, and reconcile bank statements. Requirements: High School Diploma or the equivalent and one year of general office experience. Knowledge of Quick Books, Word, and Excel preferred.

Pay: Competitive salary.                                                                       Job Order # NY1423729 

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Job Title: IT System Support                                                                City: Utica, NY                                                                                                         

Full time for a company that provides products and services to state and government agencies. Duties: Install and maintain new desktop computer systems. Respond to and resolve Help Desk tickets. Requirements: Bachelor's Degree and 3 years’ experience working in a network environment.

Pay: $22.43-$26.17/hour. Benefits.                                                        Job Order # NY1423746 

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Job Title: Assistant Engineer                                                               City: Yorkville, NY

Full time for a company that designs and builds custom lighting. Duties: Create shop drawings, assembly instructions, wiring diagrams, and 3-D. renderings. Test the practical application of design elements. Requirements: Mechanical or electrical engineering degree from an accredited institution. Must be proficient in CAD software. Fabrication and welding experience a plus

 

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits.                                                            Job Order # NY1423654

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Job Title: Call Center Representative (Remote)                            City: Utica, NY

Full time, work from home position with an automobile club providing road-side assistance. Duties: Take road-service calls. Use department software to prioritize calls, dispatch assistance and research membership status. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent OR 4 years of relevant experience. One year of call center experience required.

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits.                                                            Job Order # NY1423829

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Job Title: Cook                                                                                     City: Wampsville, NY 

Part time, per diem, for a county correctional facility.  Duties: Prepare and cook a variety of foods to furnish meals for up to 120 people.  Requirements: One year of full-time paid experience, or its part time equivalent, in large scale food preparation. Experience in hospitals, schools, nursing homes, hotels, restaurants, correctional facilities, or military service will be considered.

Pay: $18.21/hour. Benefits.                                                                   Job Order # NY1423753 

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Job Title: Driver                                                                                   City: Frankfort, NY

Full time, for a wholesale camping supply distributor. Duties: Deliver orders to retailers across the Northeast region.  Requirements: Must have clean, NY State Class B license. Hazmat endorsement would be a plus. Must have NY State DOT physical and pass a drug test.

Pay: Competitive pay.                                                                          Job Order # NY1423967   

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Job Title: Insulation Installer                                                                City: Marcy, NY

Full time for company that specializes in energy efficiency solutions for homeowners. Duties: Install cellulose or spray foam insulation and perform other weatherization work.  Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have driver’s license, reliable transportation, and your own basic hand tools. Business will train the right candidate. 

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits.                                                            Job Order # NY1424117

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Vicks is Hiring Digital Book Production Operators and Digital Bindery Operators and Packers

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Digital Book Production Operators and Digital Bindery Operators
Vicks Printing
Yorkville, NY 13495

Join a 103 year old family business that produces and ships soft cover books.
Job details: Digital Book Production Operators and Digital Bindery Operators
Pay
$18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Job Type
• Full-time
Number of openings for this position
• 4
Schedule
• 8 and 12 hour day and night shift options Monday through Saturday
• Overtime at premium rates
Benefits
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid holidays and accrued vacation.
• 401(k) matching
• Health savings account
Job description
Extensive training to operate the latest technology in digital print and/or bindery processes.

 

Vicks Logistics
123 Dry Road
Oriskany, NY 13424

Job details: Packers
Pay
$14.00 - $15.00 per hour
Job Type
• Full-time
Number of openings for this position
• 4
Schedule
• 8 hour shift Monday through Friday and overtime at premium rates
Benefits
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid holidays and accrued vacation
• 401(k) matching
• Health savings account
Job description
Join a team that picks and packs largely books in a state of the art distribution facility.

 

Contact

Joseph P. Gargas
Operations Manager
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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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