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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 2 Work' Job Opportunities - September 2, 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 September 1, 2025 

 Job Title: Driver                                                                                  City: Barneveld, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a human services organization. Duties: Transport individuals and staff safely to and from residential and day programs, appointments and community outings, completes follow-up documentation, fuels vehicles as needed, and picks up groceries and supplies as requested. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Must have and maintain a valid NYS driver’s license.

                                                                                                           

Pay: $18.50/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG0483984

 

Monday September 1, 2025 

                                                                       

Job Title: Account Maintenance Clerk                                                City: Rome, NY

Full time for a government department. Duties: Research current accounts, historical data, source documents, etc., to develop and explain detailed information not otherwise readily available. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have at least one year of progressively responsible clerical, office, or related work experience.

Pay: $36,049 - $54,706/year. Benefits.                                                 Job Order # NY1542696     

 

Tuesday September 2, 2025 

 

Job Title: Sewist                                                                                City: New York Mills, NY

                                                                                                         

Part time for a clothing alteration service. Duties: Sew garments and projects using provided patterns. Maintain straight, clean stitching lines. Perform minor to moderate garment repairs, including work on denim. Requirements: Must be comfortable sewing straight lines and making basic repairs. Prior experience preferred.

 

Pay: $15.50 - $16.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1542415

                                                                       

 

Tuesday September 2, 2025

 Job Title: Counselor Aide                                                                    City: Utica, NY

Full time for an addiction treatment center. Duties: Assist with screening, intake, orientation, referral, counseling, crisis response, patient education, case management, reporting and record keeping, and consultation. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Valid NYS driver’s license. Customer service and/or human services experience preferred.

 

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0478400

 

Wednesday September 3, 2025

Job Title: CNC Lathe Operator                                                            City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a manufacturing company. Duties: Must be familiar with inserts, speeds and feeds, utilizing proper tooling for setups and job planning. CNC Lathe maintenance required. Responsible for inspection of parts. Requirements: Must have at least 3 years of Lathe experience. Valid NYS driver's license. Software experience is a plus.

Pay: $39,520 - $49,920/year. Benefits.                                                 Job Order # NY1542514

 

 

Wednesday September 3, 2025

 Job Title: Direct Support Professional                                                 City: Oneida, NY           

 

Full time for a family service center. Duties: Provide self-care training and assistance in daily living to individuals with developmental disabilities residing in a group home setting. Maintain files and produce service notes and documentation on assigned caseload. Requirements: Must have a valid driver’s license.

 

Pay: $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1542769

 

                                   

Thursday September 4, 2025

 Job Title: Patient Care Technician                                                      City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a non-profit health system. Duties: Assists staff in provision of basic nursing care to non-acutely ill patients, i.e., personal hygiene, activities of daily living and mobility. Assists in the maintenance of safe and clean environments. Requirements: Basic life support and behavior management training to be completed by end of a probationary period and maintained while in position.

                                                                       

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0476812

 

Thursday September 4, 2025

Job Title: Area Coach                                                                          City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a fast-food franchise. Duties: Provide leadership and supervision of approximately 4 - 10 restaurants to ensure that each General Manager meets or exceeds the goals established for their individual unit. Requirements: Associates or Undergraduate degree or equivalent industry experience. 5 years of successful, operational multi-unit management experience.

Pay: $75,000/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # DG0494636

 

Friday September 5, 2025

 Job Title: Building Maintenance Worker                                             City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a county government office. Duties: Perform a variety of mechanical and other building maintenance tasks or serve as a helper to a journey level worker. Requirements: 2 years of experience in either general building construction or maintenance work in one or more of the standard trades, such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical.

 

Pay: $34,409/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # NY1541960

 

Friday September 5, 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.                                                                   Job Order # NY1542887

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Featured Jobs and Training Opportunities - August 29, 2025

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There are some job fairs, recruitments, and trainings coming up in September you won’t want to miss:

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

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Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 08-29-2025

 

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

  • Struggling to job search in the digital age? Herkimer Working Solutions is hosting free computer training and certification classes from Northstar Digital Literacy. Learn basic computer skills, internet basics, career search skills, Microsoft Word and Excel and more. They have sessions every 1st and 3rd Wednesday and Thursday of the month starting at 2:00PM. Space is limited – call (315) 867-1400 to register. 
  • Time is running out to sign up for Advance 2 Apprenticeship at MVCC. They are enrolling for their Fall Session now. You’ll receive training to develop in-demand skills to jumpstart your career in Manufacturing. There is no cost to students. It runs September 16 – December 11. Scan the QR code at link to register!
  • Real Life Rosies Bootcamp – A great opportunity for women! Prepare for a career or Registered Apprenticeship in Modern Manufacturing. There is no cost to participate. Transportation and childcare are available. The next training runs September 15-December 10, 2025. The program is offered by MACNY, The Manufacturers Association, Mohawk Valley Community College, Working Solutions, and NYS Empire State Development. Check out thel ink for more details!
  • NYS Office of Mental Health – Start your career with the Office of Mental Health! Are you compassionate? Are you motivated? Are you interested in making a difference? Then a career with the Office of Mental Health (OMH) may be right for you! OMH is recruiting individuals with the desire to promote the mental health and well-being of all New Yorkers. They are hiring: Direct Care Staff; Cleaners; Food Service Workers; Teachers; Nurses; Psychologists; and many more!
  • 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.
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ONEIDA COUNTY DFCS EMPLOYMENT DIVISION JOB FAIR - SEPTEMBER 19, 2025

You're invited!

Friday, Sept. 19th, 9am to Noon

Oneida County Office Building, 1st Floor
800 Park Avenue, Utica, NY
(315) 798-3691

 

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Eclectic Eats LLC is hiring a Part time Cashier in Oneida

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Job Description

Ringing up customers orders, running the dishwasher, cleaning tables. Shutting down the dining room. Shifts no longer than 5.5 hours. Very fast paced. Ability to focus under stress. Experience helpful but not required.

Reference/Security Check? Yes
Requires a Physical? No
Requires a Drug Test? No
Employment Test? No
Must Own Tools? No
Must Join Union? No
Bondable? No
Job is: Part Time
Work Hours 11am - 4pm
Normal work days Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Overtime? No
Number of Years of Education Needed? 12
Specialized education required? No
Years of Experience Required N/A
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? No
Are you on a public transportation route? Yes
Is a driver's license required? No
Salary Range 15.50
Pay Frequency Hourly
Is salary negotiable? Yes

Street Address

2044 Glenwood Shopping, Oneida,  13421

Interview Contact Person 

Darren Pollack
Email

eclecticeatscny.com

 

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Labor Day Hours

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Monday, September 1, 2025, is Labor Day.

 

All Workforce Development Board and Working Solutions offices will be closed. 

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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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