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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.

WKTV - 2 “Back to Work” Job Orders for July 11–July 15, 2022

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

Job Title: Assembly Technician                                                           City: Stittville, NY

Full time for a company that manufactures a variety of industrial equipment. Duties: Assemble various vacuum pumping machines that incorporate Hydraulic and hydrostatic systems. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent and one year of mechanical assembly experience. Strong Mechanical background is mandatory.

Pay: $18.00-$22.00/hour                                                                        Job Order #   NY1425147

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Job Title: Youth Center Manager                                                          City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a not-for-profit community organization. Duties; Develop and manage the educational, social, and recreational program of the organization’s Youth Center. Requirements: Associates degree in a related field required.  Bachelor's degree preferred.  Must have 2 years of experience working with children and ability to supervise staff. Valid driver’s license required.

Pay: $18.00-$22.00/hour.                                                                       Job Order # NY1425003

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Job Title: Receptionist                                                                         City: Frankfort, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a company specializing in precision manufacturing. Duties: Greet clients and visitors, answer phones, and assist with a variety of administrative tasks like copying, faxing, and taking notes. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent and at least 2 years of experience. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word and Excel.

 

Pay: Based on experience. Benefits.                                                     Job Order # NY1416235

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Job Title: Special Patrol Officer                                                            City: Wampsville, NY

Full time for the local Sheriff’s Department. Duties: Provide security in Madison County School Districts or County Office Buildings. Requirements: Must be a retired member of a police department, sheriff’s office, or division of state police. Retired former corrections, parole or probation officers will also be considered.

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00/hour. Benefits.                                                          Job Order # NY1425187

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Job Title: Call Center Manager                                                             City: Utica, NY

Full time, for an organization serving the blind and visually impaired. Duties: Manage the day-to-day operations and activities of the call center. Coach and mentor call center representatives.  Requirements: Bachelor's degree preferred; Associates degree required.  Must have a minimum of three years supervisory and customer service experience.

 

Pay: Based on experience. Benefits.                                                     Job Order # NY1424894

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Job Title: Carpenters and Carpenter Apprentices                                  City: Utica, NY

 

Full time, immediate need for a regional labor union.  Duties: Depending on skills and experience, work as a carpenter or carpenter apprentice on a major project in downtown Utica. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Valid driver’s license or reliable transportation to work and training sites required. Must be physically capable of performing all job duties.

Pay: Based on experience. Benefits.                                                     Job Order # NY1425261

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Job Title: Fiber Optic Technician                                                         City: Frankfort, NY

Full time with a company that manufactures fiber optic cable assemblies.  Duties: Assemble modules made up of multiple passive optical components. Test and inspect optical components and subassemblies. Requirements: Must have good manual dexterity and be mechanically inclined. Training will be provided.

Pay: $18.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                   Job Order # NY1425379

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Job Title: School Bus Drivers and Trainees                                          City: Utica, NY

 

Full time, for a transportation company serving local school districts.  Duties: Drive school busses to transport students to and from school and events.  Requirements: No experience necessary. Company will provide free paid training for non CDL drivers to get their CDL B plus endorsements. Fully licensed, experienced drivers can expect a sign on bonus and top pay.

Pay: Up to $22.00/hour. Benefits.                                                          Job Order # NY1400025

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Women-Focused Job Fair July 27th

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Our Women in Apprenticeship and Nontraditional Occupations (WANTO) virtual job fair will take place on Wednesday, July 27, from 11:00am to 1:00pm.


This program is available to businesses and job seekers in the following counties: Broome, Chenango, Delaware, Fulton, Hamilton, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Madison, Montgomery, Oneida, Onondaga, Otsego, Schoharie, St. Lawrence, Tioga and Tompkins counties.

The Women in Apprenticeship and Nontraditional Occupations grant helps recruit, train, and retain women in quality pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs, and encourages them to pursue apprenticeships and non-traditional occupations. Non-traditional occupations are occupations where women make up 25% or less of the workforce, including but not limited to: trades, information technology (IT), advanced manufacturing, transportation, public safety, agriculture, and more.

REGISTER HERE: https://pvapi.premiervirtual.com/s/xkQvL8

Job Seekers Select: Attendee

Businesses Select: Organization

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READ THE PRESS RELEASE

This program is 100% funded by a United States Department of Labor grant administered by the Women’s Bureau and Employment and Training Administration of $716,676.00.

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Dyna-Vac Equipment is Hiring Welder/Fabricators and Assembly Techs in Stittsville, NY!

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Will accept trainees!

 

Assembly Tech


Job Description mechanic Tech with knowledge in Hydraulic Systems, Mechanical Pump Drives and Equipment Assembly. Strong Mechanical background is mandatory. You will be working in the assembly of various vacuum pumping machines that incorporate Hydraulic and hydrostatic systems, pumps and motors, mechanical drives, PTO systems and more... Must be able to follow directions and be a team player. Salary depends on experience.
Job is: Full Time
Work Hours 6am-4:30pm
Please check normal work days Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Number of Years of Education Needed? 12
Specialized education required? No
Years of Experience Required 2
Will you accept related experience? Yes
Will you accept a trainee? Yes
Are you interested in On-The-Job Training? Yes
Are you interested in an Apprenticeship? Yes
Are you on a public transportation route? No
Is a driver's license required? Yes
Salary Range $18-22/hour

Is salary negotiable? Yes
Health Insurance? Yes
Dental Insurance? Yes
Paid Vacation? Yes
Sick Leave? Yes
Paid Holidays? Yes
Retirement Plan? Yes

 

Welder/Fabricator


Job Description Dyna-Vac Equipment is Hiring... We need an experienced Welder/Fabricator. Experience with MIG Welding, Working with Structural Steel, Plate and Sheet Metal, Must be Creative, Dependable and a Team Player... Apply in person or send a resume 8963 State Route 365, Stittville NY 13469
Salary dependent on experience, Call for an appointment 315-865-8084

Great Opportunity for the right person....

Duties include:
Fit up and welding steel tanks up to 4000 gallons
Shearing and bending steel sheet and plate
Fabricating sub-frames and trailer frames
Fabricating a wide variety of components

Capabilities
Must have a good knowledge of MIG welding

Familiar with Steel Fabricating Equipment, Shears, Brakes, Saws, Etc.
Good mechanical background
Must be able to work from drawings
Must be in good physical condition and capable of lifting up to 50lbs
General math knowledge
Must have good work ethics

Shop Equipment you will be using...
MIG and TIG Welders
Press Brake, Shear, Plate Roll, Angle Roll
Band Saw, Chop Saw
Lathe, Milling Machine, Drill Press
Plasma Table
Huge assortment of hand tools

Great opportunity for the right person.

Job is: Full Time
Work Hours 6am-4:40pm
Please check normal work days Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Overtime? No
Number of Years of Education Needed? 12
Specialized education required? No
Years of Experience Required 2
Will you accept related experience? Yes
Will you accept a trainee? Yes
Are you interested in On-The-Job Training? Yes
Are you interested in an Apprenticeship? Yes
Are you on a public transportation route? No
Is a driver's license required? Yes
Salary Range 18-25/hour
Pay Frequency Hourly
Is salary negotiable? Yes
Health Insurance? Yes
Dental Insurance? Yes
Paid Vacation? Yes
Sick Leave? Yes
Paid Holidays? Yes
Retirement Plan? Yes

 

Description of products or services: Vacuum Pumping and Sewer Cleaning Machines

HOW TO APPLY

Contact: Hal Reigi
Email

 

Dyna-Vac Equipment
8963 State Route 365
Stittville, NY  13403

www.dynavacequipment.com

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Valley Health Services in-house job fair in Herkimer

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"Advance your health care career with us."

Where: 323 Pine Grove Road, Herkimer

When: Thursday, July 7, 2022
10 a.m. — 5 p.m.

For more information contact:
Lynn Hocking, Human Resources Business Partner
(315) 866-3330, ext. 2254 or

See open positions/Download the Flyer

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The Utica Police Department is Recruiting For Police Officers!

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Job Description:


A Police Officer is responsible for the enforcement of laws, ordinances and protection of lives and property in an assigned area during a specific period. These duties consist primarily of routine patrol tasks, assisting in investigation of criminal offenses and the apprehension of criminals. Ordinarily a police officer, whether on patrol work or on a special assignment, works under the supervision or direction of a higher ranking officer. However, there is considerable independent responsibility for exercise of sound judgment in emergencies.

Location:
Utica Police Department – Utica, NY

Eligibility Requirements:
• Candidates must be 19-35 years old on or before the exam date to be admitted to the written test. Special exemptions for Military personnel over 35
• Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalency at time of application
• Candidates must possess a valid NYS Driver’s License at time of application
• Candidates must be a legal resident of either Oneida, Oswego, Lewis, Herkimer, Otsego or Madison County in order to take the written exam. Every person initially employed by the City, shall as a qualification of employment, become a resident of the City within six (6) months of the date of initial service for the City. After five (5) years of continuous residency, individuals employed with the Utica Police Department shall be eligible to move to a residence outside of the City of Utica, to a location within the County of Oneida, or an adjoining county, subject to terms and conditions.
Additional Requirements:
• Candidates must pass a physical agility test prior to appointment. Physical agility requirements can be found in the exam announcement.
• The Utica Police Department appoints sworn members from a list of successful candidates determined by a competitive civil service exam. In addition to passing the written and physical exams, candidates must complete a medical and psychological exam, comprehensive background check, and interview process.

Benefits:
• Starting Base Salary: $49,288 ($59,703 after 1 year, $77,179 after 5 years)
• Yearly holiday pay bonus
• Night differential pay
• College tuition reimbursement plan
• Earning college credits while attending the Mohawk Valley Police Academy
• Paid vacation and personal leave, accrued paid sick leave, and paid funeral leave
• 20 year retirement plan with a New York State pension
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Yearly clothing allowance
• Health, dental and vision benefits
• Free access to two different local health clubs
• A multitude of specialized trainings
• Opportunities to join specialized units such as community outreach, K-9, tactical units, crime scene, SWAT, hostage negotiation, and more.

To apply:
Interested applicants must fill out a Civil Service Exam Application with the City of Utica’s Civil Service Department. The upcoming Police Officer Civil Service Exam is September 17th, 2022. The deadline to apply is August 19th, 2022. Please see the exam announcement for more details.

EXAM ANNOUNCEMENT: THE UTICA MUNICIPAL CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION ANNOUNCES AN OPEN-COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR POLICE OFFICER

EXAM NUMBER 63-040
EXAM DATE: September 17, 2022
LAST FILING DATE: Applications must be received by or postmarked by the close of business on August 19, 2022.
LOCATION OF EXAM: To be announced.

See the Announcement

Recruitment Flyer

Civil Service Application

For More Information Go To: https://www.cityofutica.com/departments/police-department/employment/index

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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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209 Elizabeth Street
Utica, New York 13501

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