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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 - July 14, 2025

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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 July 14, 2025 

 Job Title: Personal Care Aide                                                              City: Clinton, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a nonprofit organization. Duties: Work within homes in the community. Travel from home to home providing care to individual client’s whom are wanting to maintain their independence out in the community. Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

                                                                                                           

Pay: $18.10/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1539588

 

Monday July 14, 2025 

Job Title: Tow Truck Operator                                                            City: New Hartford, NY

Full time for a towing service. Duties: Safely perform emergency road service for AAA Auto Club, NYS Thruway, law enforcement agencies, private citizens, and many other customers. Requirements: Clean driver’s license needed. Experience not necessary, will train the right candidate. Wrecker or flatbed experience and mechanical knowledge is a plus.

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1539696     

 

Tuesday July 15, 2025 

 Job Title: Customer Service Representative                                      City: Barneveld, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a variety store chain. Duties: Greeting customers, assisting them with selection of merchandise, completing transactions, and answering questions regarding the store and merchandise. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds. Prefer experience working in retail, hotel, restaurant, grocery or drug store environments.

 

Pay: $15.50 - $16.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # DG0255050

                                                                       

 

Tuesday July 15, 2025

 Job Title: Driver                                                                                  City: Utica, NY

Full time for a nonprofit health system. Duties: Responsible for safely transporting ambulatory and/or wheelchair enrollees to and from medical appointments utilizing company vehicles. Use time management to ensure enrollees arrive to their destination timely. Requirements: Must have a valid CDL class C with passenger endorsement.

 

Pay: $16.95 - $22.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0269222

 

Wednesday July 16, 2025

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse                                                     City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Part time for a county government office. Duties: Responsible for the routine care of Incarcerated Individuals in accordance with a detailed and well-defined patient care plan. Requirements: Completion of a course of study approved by the State Education Department as qualifying for Licensed Practical Nurse. Must possess a license issued by NYS to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

Pay: $28.74/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1539683

 

 

Wednesday July 16, 2025

 Job Title: Director of Administrative Services                                     City: Wampsville, NY      

 

Full time for a social services organization. Duties: Prepare and maintain the departmental budget and for developing and implementing policies and procedures in the areas of financial and administrative issues. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in related field with 3 years of experience; high school diploma or the equivalent with 7 years of experience; or an equivalent combination.

 

Pay: $78,802/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # NY1539753

 

                                   

Thursday July 17, 2025

 Job Title: Grill Cook                                                                            City: Clinton, NY

 

Full time for a catering service. Duties: Responsible for cooking grill and fryer items in accordance with standards and procedures under strict sanitary conditions. Prepare all grill items to order according to the daily menu. Set up, break down and clean the grill station. Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.

                                                                       

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1539578

 

Thursday July 17, 2025

Job Title: Director of Manufacturing                                                   City: Oriskany, NY

 

Full time for a fiber optic manufacturer. Duties: Improve current manufacturing procedures, processes, and maintain a trained staff to meet the requirements of a progressive manufacturing work environment. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, engineering or management from an accredited institution. Must have a minimum of five years working experience in manufacturing.

Pay: $60,000/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # NY1539628

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Featured Jobs and free training events - July 3, 2025

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FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITITES

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JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

  • 7/17/25 – In-person Mini Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the Utica Career Center in the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor, Utica, NY 13501. Hope to see you then!
  • 7/17/25 – One Day Hiring Event at the Rome Alliance Church, 920 Turin St. Rome, NY, from 11:00AM – 1:00PM. Visit www.romejobfairs.org for more information.
  • 7/22/25 – Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair 11:00AM – 2:00PM. Save the date!
  • 7/23/25 – Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency will be at the State Office Building, 207 Genesee St. in Utica from 1:00PM – 3:00PM. They will be recruiting for Teachers, Assistant Teachers, Home Base Visitors, Family Specialists, Program Assistants, Resource Specialists, and Classroom Aides! 

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

  • MV Tech Corps Training at MVCC. Get started on a career path in Mechatronics, Welding, Carpentry, Masonry, CNC Machining or HVAC. Earn a tech or trades certificate from MVCC in just eight months. MV Tech Corps provides gap funding for resident tuition and fees, and covers the expense of required materials expenses to eligible candidates. Contact Rachel Maiolo at to find out more. Now taking registrations for the Fall semester.
  • 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. 

 

 

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Herkimer County Emergency Services has a New Opportunity: Public Safety Telecommunicator

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Public Safety Telecommunicator
Permanent Opening, Full Time position
Salary: $37,584 (2025 Hire/Training pay rate)

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - July 7, 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 July 7, 2025 

Job Title: Waitstaff                                                                              City: New York Mills, NY

                                                                                                         

Part time for a seafood restaurant. Duties: Provide excellent customer service and ensure positive dining experience. Accurately record food and beverage orders. Answer questions about menu items. Requirements: Experience in food service preferred. Must be friendly, customer-focused, punctual, and dependable.

                                                                                                           

Pay: $15.50/hour + tips.                                                                       Job Order # NY1539042

 

Monday July 7, 2025                                                                      

Job Title: Warranty Administrator                                                       City: Rome, NY

Full time for a school bus sales and service company. Duties: Ensure the efficient processing of all warranty claims within company and manufacturer guidelines. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. 3 years of warranty administration or dealership experience; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0222157    

 

Tuesday July 8, 2025   

Job Title: Auto Mechanic                                                                    City: Whitesboro, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a used car dealer. Duties: Diagnose and repair various vehicles using advanced diagnosis tools and techniques. Perform routine vehicle maintenance and repairs, ensuring adherence to dealership standards. Requirements: Must have proven experience in a similar role within a dealership or repair shop environment.

 

Pay: $18.50/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1539456

                                                                       

 

Tuesday July 8, 2025

Job Title: Quality Assurance Auditor                                                  City: Marcy, NY

Full time for a business services and supplies company. Duties: Conduct random audits on a statistical percentage of all inbound/outbound shipments. Inspect all boxes to visually identify intricate garment details as they relate to quality. Completely and accurately record statistical data on the type and frequency of errors found. Requirements: Must be 18 years of age. High school diploma or the equivalent.

 

Pay: $17.50 - $21.88/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0225925

 

Wednesday July 9, 2025

Job Title: Club House Attendant                                                         City: Little Falls, NY

                                                                                                         

Part time for a social services organization. Duties: Create a positive experience by assisting members and guests with club house and pro shop services and with golf carts. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. One year of golf course experience is preferred.

Pay: $15.50/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # DG0233835

 

 

Wednesday July 9, 2025

Job Title: Area Coach                                                                          City: Oneida, 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/hour. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # DG0235399

 

                                   

Thursday July 10, 2025

Job Title: Line Cook/Experienced Chef                                               City: New York Mills, NY

 

Full time for a local restaurant. Duties: Prepare and cook food to ensure timely and high-quality food service. Requirements: Prior experience in a professional kitchen is required. Must have the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Must be reliable and punctual. Must have strong communication skills and a team-first attitude.

                                                                       

Pay: $18.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1539043

 

Thursday July 10, 2025

Job Title: Store Associate                                                                   City: Waterville, NY

 

Full time for an American healthcare company. Duties: Provide differentiated customer service by anticipating customer needs, demonstrating compassion and care in all interactions, and actively identifying and resolving potential service issues. Requirements: Must be at least 16 years of age. High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Previous experience in retail or customer setting preferred.

Pay: $15.50 - $22.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0236797

 

Friday July 11, 2025

 Job Title: School Bus Driver                                                               City: Frankfort, NY

                                                                                                         

Part time for a school bus service. Duties: Safely transport students and passengers to and from their destinations each day. A split shift, which means an early morning before-school pickup and an after-school drop-off with a few free hours in between. Requirements: Must be at least 21 years of age. Must have a valid driver’s license with at least 3 years of driving experience.

 

Pay: $30.00 - $31.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0225841

 

Friday July 11, 2025

Job Title: Materials Associate                                                             City: Cazenovia, NY

Full time for a high-tech electronics manufacturer. Duties: Work in Oracle to receive finished goods from production into inventory and reserve them to open sales orders. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word) ERP system experience (SAP, Oracle, etc.). 2+ years of issuing or inventory control experience preferred.

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0221522

 

 

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Central Paving Inc. is looking for a temporary Admin Assistant in Frankfort

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$15.50-$18.00

Reference/Security Check? Yes

Requires a Drug Test? Yes
Employment Test? Yes
Job is: Temporary
Work Hours 30
Normal work days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
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? No

Is a driver's license required? Yes
Is salary negotiable? Yes

Location:
4247 ACME RD
Frankfort, NY

Apply to: Toni Rostohar

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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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