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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.

Mohawk Valley Build: PAID trades program. Sign up today!

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Space is limited. Register today for this valuable FREE opportunity and EARN WHILE YOU LEARN!

MV Build is a paid 15-week training program for individuals interested in pursuing a career in the skilled trades.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 – FEBRUARY 12, 2026
SCHEDULE: MONDAYS, TUESDAYS, AND THURSDAYS - FROM 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM

LOCATION:

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.

MINIMUM REQUIRMENTS
>18 YEARS OR OLDER
>HAVE A GED OR HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
>MUST HAVE PHYSICAL STRENGTH, BALANCE, AND HAND-EYE COORDINATION TO COMPLETE JOBS IN VARIOUS
ENVIRONMENTS
>ABILITY TO READ AND WRITE IN ENGLISH
>AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES
(PROOF REQUIRED AT ACCEPTANCE)
>PAID TRAINING

YOU MUST ATTEND EVERY CLASS TO RECEIVE YOUR CERTIFICATION

REGISTER HERE

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Matéflex Hiring Event October 15, 2025 in Herkimer

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 Sports Flooring Installation Technicians Needed

October 15th,  Herkimer Career Center from 10am-12pm - 320 N. Prospect St. Herkimer.

The full job description can be accessed here: https://www.mateflex.com/assets/Sports-Flooring-Installation-Technician.pdf

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Herkimer County is hiring Typists

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Typist  - Anticipated Permanent Opening, Full Time Position

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Diverse Abilities Job Fair at MVCC October 30, 2025

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You’re Invited to the Workforce Development Board NY SCION Project Diverse Abilities Job Fair

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

•Explore exciting local career opportunities with Inclusive Employers

•Resume assistance from New York StateDepartment of Labor •Meet with disability service providers to learn about employment supports

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Disability Resource Coordinator Mary Katherine A. Moylan 315-207-6951, extension 103 •

We hope you can join us!

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Columbus Day Hours - October 13, 2025

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Monday, October 13, 2025 is Columbus Day

All Workforce Development Board/WDB HMO and Working Solutions offices will be closed in observance of the holiday.

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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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Online resources and personal assistance by Advisers at the Working Solutions centers combine to help you maximize the tools needed for an effective job search.

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Working Solutions
209 Elizabeth Street
Utica, New York 13501

Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

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