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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 Training Opportunities - October 14, 2025

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New opportunities are available in our area for employment and skill development!

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JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

  • Mohawk Valley Build – MV Build is a paid 15-week training program for individuals interested in pursuing a career in the skilled trades. The program runs from October 20, 2025, to February 12, 2026. It is held on Mondays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays from 5:00PM – 8:30PM at the MVCC Construction and Trades Building, 335 Catherine St., Utica. MV Build provides classroom and hands-on experience, a nationally recognized credential, and an opportunity to enter into a union apprenticeship upon completion of the program. 
  • Birnie Bus – Public bus drivers needed for the Madison Transit System! Flexible Schedules/Paid Training; Excellent Starting Rate; Sign-On Bonus & CDL Cost Covered! Apply today at https://www.jointeambirnie.com/
  • Turning Stone Enterprises Dealer School – Dealer School starts Monday, October 13, 2025, at Dream Catcher Plaza in Oneida, NY. To register or for more information, visit https://www.turningstoneenterprises.com/careers/hiring-events

 

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - October 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 October 13, 2025 

Job Title: Executive Secretary                                                             City: Oriskany, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a fiber optic manufacturer. Duties: Professionally and courteously greet visitors and provide appropriate assistance. Coordinate and manage the calendars of executives, scheduling meetings, appointments, and events. Requirements: College degree preferred. Prior working experience in a similar responsible position preferred.

                                                                                                           

Pay: $40,000 - $60,000/year. Benefits.                                                 Job Order # NY1546893

 

Monday October 13, 2025 

Job Title: WERC Employment Coordinator                                         City: Utica, NY

Full time for a nonprofit organization. Duties: Facilitate workshops and innovative training sessions on employment-related topics. Build and maintain partnerships with local employers and HR professionals. Deliver career counseling and one-on-one coaching. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Public speaking experience.

Pay: $46,000/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # NY1546549     

 

Tuesday October 14, 2025 

Job Title: Disability Rights Advocate                                                 City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a home healthcare service. Duties: Remain informed of disability regulations, policies, and community resources to provide information, referrals, and educational services. Assist people with disabilities develop independent living goals and self-advocacy skills. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. College degree preferred. 2 years’ experience working with people with disabilities.

 

Pay: $37,856/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # DG0681959

                                                                       

 

Tuesday October 14, 2025

 Job Title: Cashier                                                                               City: New Hartford, NY

Full time for a home improvement store. Duties: Play a critical customer service role by providing customers with fast, friendly, accurate and safe service. Process checkout and/or return transactions, as well as monitor and maintain the self-checkout area. Provide first level escalation for customer issues. Requirements: Must be at least 16 years of age.

 

Pay: $16.00 - $17.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # DG0661056

 

Wednesday October 15, 2025

Job Title: Police Chief                                                                         City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a police department. Duties: Responsible charge of the activities of the police

department. Requirements: Dolgeville, Frankfort, Webb: 2 years as a full-time Police Officer; Ilion: 4 years as Police Sergeant or equivalent military; Herkimer: 3 years as a Police Sergeant or 4 years as a Police Officer; Mohawk: 4 years as Police Sergeant or 9 years as a police officer.

Pay: Salary Negotiable.                                                                       Job Order # NY1547134

 

 

Wednesday October 15, 2025

 

Job Title: Agricultural Equipment Service Technician                         City: Cazenovia, NY      

 

Full time for a tractor dealer. Duties: Responsible for diagnosing and completing repairs to agricultural equipment in house and offsite. Requirements: 5-6 years of Agricultural Repair Experience. Current DOT Medical Card. Valid driver's license. Maintain 609 Air Conditioning Certification. Must have a well-developed professional tool collection.

 

Pay: $31.00 - $37.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1546997

 

                                   

Thursday October 16, 2025

 Job Title: Shipping/Receiving Clerk                                                    City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a nonprofit organization that creates employment for people with disabilities. Duties: Ensure that all products are received and shipped efficiently, accurately, and timely. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. 2 years of experience as a warehouse person in an industrial setting. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

                                                                       

Pay: $16.07 - $22.68/hour.                                                                   Job Order # DG0681602

 

Thursday October 16, 2025

Job Title: Outside Sales Representative                                             City: New Hartford, NY

 

Full time for a high-speed fiber internet service provider. Duties: Responsible for the sale of products and services including fiber internet, home phone and DTV streaming to residential customers utilizing knowledge and sale process to meet and exceed the monthly goal by working effectively and efficiently in assigned turf area. Requirements: Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle a must.

Pay: $70,000 - $125,000/year. Benefits.                                               Job Order # DG0671932

 

Friday October 17, 2025

 Job Title: Code Enforcement Officer                                                   City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a government office. Duties: Administer and enforce all provisions of NYS Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, and other laws, rules and regulations pertaining to the construction or alteration of buildings and structures. Requirements: Associate degree with 1 year of experience; bachelor’s degree with 1 year of experience; or a high school diploma with 3 years of experience.

 

Pay: Salary Negotiable.                                                                       Job Order # NY1547140

 

Friday October 17, 2025

 Job Title: Medical Office Assistant I                                                    City: Hamilton, NY

Full time for a medical clinic. Duties: Responsible for providing clear, accurate, timely communication to nurses and providers regarding patients. Take clear, complete and accurate phone messages. Obtain information to complete the outpatient registration process assuring demographic and insurance information is correct. Requirements: 2 years of relevant work experience. Associate degree preferred.

Pay: $16.98 - $25.47/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0675347

 

 

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Richfield Springs post office is hiring for rural mail carriers

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U.S.P.S. Now Hiring Rural Carrier Associate (RCA) Employees Richfield Springs, NY 13439

$20.85/hr

Vehicle Required

Apply at www.usps.com/employment by 10/08/2025-10/12/2025
Click "Search jobs & Apply on line" to see posted jobs & create a profile. 

he USPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer Call (315)858-8559.

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50 Forward Mohawk Valley is hiring a Volunteer Coordinator for their Verona Beach Center

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50 Forward Mohawk Valley is a non-profit organization, whose mission is to provide programs and services to individuals 50+, empowering them to live healthy and vibrant lives.

 

 

They will pay for 50% health insurance of the individual, have a retirement plan after 1 year, vacation & sick time.

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The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, Oneida Counties, Inc., Announces a Diverse Abilities Job Fair

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 For Immediate Release

Utica, NY –The Workforce Development Board’s  NY SCION grant, is partnering with  the Department of Labor and ACCES-VR, to present a Diverse Abilities Job Fair celebrating the 80th anniversary of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), an annual recognition of the positive impact of people with disabilities in the American workforce.

The event will be held at Mohawk Valley Community College, Rome Campus, Plumley Complex Room 150; 1101 Floyd Ave, Rome, NY, Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 1-3pm 

This valuable opportunity connects job seekers with disabilities with inclusive employers and gives them the chance to explore exciting local career opportunities, such as administrative assistant, security officer, warehouse worker, and call center specialist, and gives local employers the opportunity to tap into a diverse and often underrepresented labor pool. Employers present include like Chobani, Adirondack Bank, and CABVI. Hiring job seekers with disabilities could make their businesses eligible for tax incentives or On-the-Job Training funds.

The job fair will also offer a resume booth, where job seekers can get constructive feedback from Department of Labor employment professionals on existing resumes and guidance on how to create an impactful resume.

Job seekers will also have the opportunity to meet with disability service providers to learn about additional employment supports, “This will be a wonderful opportunity for jobseekers and employers alike to connect with service providers throughout the Utica-Rome area. We are thrilled to be hosting this event at Mohawk Valley Community College’s Rome Campus,” says Workforce Development Board Special Projects Director Mary Katherine A. Moylan.

For more information about this event, contact the Workforce Development Board Special Projects Director Mary Katherine Moylan: 315 207-6951, ext. 103 or

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