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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.

This Week's Virtual Workshops/Hiring Events and More from NYSDOL Career Center

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Register now for these Great Online Opportunities!

Check out this week's VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS/Chat with an Employment Counselor

  • April 18 -  Using Age to Your Advantage
  • April 18 - Interviewing Techniques
  • April 18 - Time Management
  • April 19 -  Career Assessment & Exploration
  • April 19 - Social Media Featuring LinkedIn
  • April 20 - Civil Service
  • April 20  -  Spanish: Interviewing Techniques
  • April 20 -  Self-Motivation
  • April 20 - An Overview of ACCES-VR Services
  • April 21 - Spanish: Managing Job Loss & Moving On
  • April 21 - Learn New Skills with Coursera
  • April 22 -  Chat with an Employment Counselor

GO HERE to register for workshops and upcoming job fairs!

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See Who's Looking to Hire You Today!

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Check out this week's Featured Jobs in the "Mohawk Valley West" area: Herkimer, Madison and Oneida Counties.

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ConMed is hiring Assemblers, Machine Operators and Maintenance Mechanics in Utica

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Entry-Level and Higher Skilled Opportunities!

 

Associate Assemblers – This entry-level role allows employees to work hands-on with the products we offer to our patients and is a jumping-off point for many folks looking to build a successful career in manufacturing with CONMED. 

1st shift (6:55 AM – 3:25 PM) – 5 openings total

https://careers.conmed.com/job/R3762/Assembler-1st-shift

2nd shift (3:25 PM – 12:00 AM) – 4 openings total

https://careers.conmed.com/job/R3724/Assembler-2nd-shift

Machine Operators – This is a higher-skilled role best suited for candidates with previous manufacturing experience. A basic understanding of blueprints and work orders will set a candidate up for success. 

1st shift (6:55 AM – 3:25 PM) – 2 openings total

https://careers.conmed.com/job/R3792/Machine-Operator-1st-shift

2nd shift (3:25 PM – 12:00 AM) – 3 openings total

https://careers.conmed.com/job/R3769/Machine-Operator-2nd-shift

Maintenance Mechanics  - This high-skilled role requires strong troubleshooting ability and mechanical aptitude. Previous machining experience translates well.

3rd Shift (10:40 PM – 7:10 AM) – 2 openings total

https://careers.conmed.com/job/R3600/Maintenance-Mechanic-Third-Shift

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WKTV - 2 “Back to Work” Job Orders for April 18–April 22, 2022

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

 

Job Title: Short Order Cook                                                                 City: Whitesboro, NY

 

Full time and part time positions available with a popular local diner. Duties: Perform food preparation, general cleaning, and stocking activities. Requirements: One year of cooking experience in a family style restaurant. Must be reliable.

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits                                                             Job Order # NY1415176

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Job Title: Paralegal                                                                              City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a legal aid agency. Duties: Call clients, observe meetings and assist attorneys in preparing for hearings before Administrative Law Judges to obtain SSD or SSI benefits for clients. Requirements: Associate's degree from an accredited paralegal program, paralegal certificate, or an equivalent combination of education and prior work experience.

Pay: Based on experience. Benefits.                                                     Job Order # NY1414560

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Job Title: Production Associate                                                           City      Rome, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a box and pallet manufacturer. Duties: Run wood processing equipment to build specialty pallets and skids. Operate a forklift and perform basic maintenance on equipment. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent and related experience required.  Nail guns and saws experience preferred. Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits.                                                            Job Order # NY1415028 

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Job Title: Marketing                                                                             City      Frankfort, NY

 

Full time for a camping and outdoor supply distributor. Duties: Prepare orders with customers' logo and information. Use Constant Contact for digital marketing and create sales flyers. Requirements: High School diploma or the equivalent preferred. Must have prior marketing experience. Candidate must be able to post and maintain information in a database and create spreadsheets in Excel.

Pay: Negotiable based on experience. Benefits.                                   Job Order # NY1414842

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Job Title: Direct Support Professional-Day Services                             City      Oneida, NY

Full time, for a human services agency. Duties: Provide self-care training and assistance in daily living to individuals with developmental disabilities attending a Day Habilitation Program. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred but not needed. Must have a valid NYS driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Pay: $15.50/hour. $750 Sign on bonus. Benefits.                                  Job Order # NY1415063

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Job Title: Inventory Control Specialist                                                 City      Utica, NY

 

Full time, for a global manufacturer. Duties: Monitor, replenish and report on inventory maintained at warehouses and consignment accounts. Monitor inventory levels to ensure that the appropriate levels are maintained. Requirements: A technical or business degree along with 2-5 years of supply chain experience. Quality training and experience in SPC and ISO 9001 would also be useful.

Pay: Based on experience. Benefits.                                                     Job Order # NY1415021

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Job Title: RN School Nurse                                                                  City      Herkimer, NY

Full time for local school system. Duties: Conduct school programs of immunization, physical examinations, and sight and hearing testing. Perform nursing assessment for students who are ill or injured; Requirements: Current New York State RN Licensure and current certification in CPR.

 

Pay: $37,218/year. Benefits.                                                                  Job Order # NY1414919 

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Job Title: Fitness Center Coach                                                            City      Oneida, NY      

 

Full time for a non-profit family recreation center. Duties: Support members by answering questions on fitness equipment usage and assisting them with proper technique and form. Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Minimum of 2 years of experience, or certification in Health & Fitness along with experience developing positive, authentic relationships with people from different backgrounds.

 Pay: Based on experience.  Benefits.                                                   Job Order # NY1414669 

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Job Title: IT Helpdesk Technician                                                        City      Holland Patent, NY

 

Full time, for a telecommunications company. Duties:  Work with employees to install, modify and make repairs to computer hardware and software systems. Requirements: An Associate's degree in computer science or equivalent education and experience, IT Helpdesk experience preferred but not required.

 

Pay: Competitive pay.  Benefits.                                                           Job Order # NY1414955

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Job Title: Laborer-Weatherization                                                         City      Canastota, NY

 

Full time for a local housing authority. Duties: Provide weatherization services such as installing attic and wall insulation, installing CO2 detectors, and weather-stripping doors and windows. Requirements:  Must possess a valid NYS driver’s license. Must be able to climb a ladder crawl into and out of tight spaces to install insulation.

 

Pay: $15.00/hour. Benefits                                                                    Job Order # NY1415039

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You're Invited to the Madison County Working Solutions Job Fair

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Meet Employers paying up to $85,000 per year!

When: April 26th, 2022, 10:00am to Noon.

Where: White Eagle Conference Center, Hamiton, NY

View Job Openings and Attending Businesses Here

For more information call 315-363-2400.

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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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