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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.

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Featured Jobs and free training events -June 30, 2025

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Mark your calendars for these valuable upcoming opportunities!

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

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JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

  • 7/10/25 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 12:30PM and is located at the Utica Career Center in the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor, Utica, NY in the Adirondack Room.
  • 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!

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - June 20, 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 June 30, 2025 

Job Title: Field Service Technician                                                     City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a retail company. Duties: Install, debug and provide technical maintenance for product and component hardware and software, mainly on customer premises. Provide scheduled inspection, cleaning and other services. Requirements: Must have a minimum of 1-2 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience in field service. Must have a valid driver’s license.

                                                                                                           

Pay: $19.00 - $25.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # DG0198872

 

Monday June 30, 2025                                                                       

Job Title: Warehouse Associate                                                          City: Marcy, NY

Full time for a business services and supplies company. Duties: Responsible for safely and accurately loading and unloading customer garments and bulk products into industrial washers and dryers using washroom equipment to set appropriate wash and dry parameters based on product type. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age.

Pay: $18.00 - $22.50/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0193857    

 

Tuesday July 1, 2025 

Job Title: Patient Escort                                                                     City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a non-profit health system. Duties: This position is responsible for the safe, comfortable, courteous, and timely transport of patients via prescribed transport vehicles. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Knowledge of computer/phone systems preferred. Prior experience in a hospital setting preferred.

 

Pay: $17.65 - $22.07/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0193309

                                                                       

 

Tuesday July 1, 2025

Job Title: Dishwasher                                                                         City: Vernon, NY

Full time for a casino hotel. Duties: Responsible for ensuring all China, silverware and glassware are cleaned efficiently and promptly providing all facets of the dining venue available stock of silverware and dishware on a continual basis. Ensures compliance to standards set by management in scraping, racking, stacking, and washing of, dishware, glassware, silverware, etc. Requirements: Must be 18 years of age.

 

Pay: $15.50/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG0194132

 

Wednesday July 2, 2025

Job Title: Greenhouse Assistant                                                         City: Dolgeville, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a greenhouse. Duties: Responsible for propagating plant clippings, potting plants for sale, and providing general daily care to plants in the greenhouse. Customer service duties. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Plant experience is preferred.

Pay: $15.50/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1538456

 

 

Wednesday July 2, 2025

Job Title: Clay Studio Assistant                                                          City: Hamilton, NY           

 

Full time for a pottery studio. Duties: Keep the studio tidy and safe, including daily cleaning of workspaces, tools, and equipment. Manage inventory and restock materials such as clay, glazes, and tools. Ensure studio equipment is operational and well-maintained. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have the willingness to learn about ceramics processes and studio operations.

 

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00hour.                                                                    Job Order # NY1538701

 

                                   

Thursday July 3, 2025

Job Title: Tool Crib Attendant                                                             City: Whitesboro, NY

 

Full time for a global aerospace and defense company. Duties: Direct movement of product with hand truckers and tow motor operators. Release castings. Print routers as directed. Perform inventories. Scrap processing. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. Experience preferred. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

                                                                       

Pay: $23.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG0194756

 

Thursday July 3, 2025

Job Title: Activities Aide Specialist                                                     City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a home healthcare service. Duties: Plan and execute engaging activities including community outings, music, craft projects, art, math and word games, sensory activities, mind building exercises, etc. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. 2 years’ experience in social/recreational program planning, implementing, and executing activities for adults with disabilities/functional impairments.

Pay: $33,124/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # DG0201909

 

Friday July 4, 2025

Job Title: Food Service Worker                                                           City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a medical clinic. Duties: Complete assigned functions within the department, excellent customer service, operate and maintain the dietary food equipment. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Previous food service experience preferred. Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds.

 

Pay: $16.12 - $24.12/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0192578

 

Friday July 4, 2025

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic                                                        City: Chittenango, NY

Full time for an aerospace manufacturer. Duties: Responsible for basic maintenance support for startup operations such as, lights, dust collectors, air filtration systems, etc. Requirements: Associate degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0200563

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - June 24, 2024

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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 June 23, 2025 

 Job Title: Lead Janitorial Worker                                                        City: Rome, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a human services agency. Duties: Responsible for the completion of daily cleaning tasks. Oversee supplies inventory and equipment maintenance. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have at least 3 years of experience in a janitorial position. Must have a valid driver’s license.

                                                                                                  

Pay: $18.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG0167837

 Monday June 23, 2025 

                                                                       

Job Title: Cashier                                                                                City: Rome, NY

Full time for a retailer corporation. Duties: Provide customer service by acknowledging the customer, identifying customer needs, assisting with purchasing decisions, locating merchandise, resolving customer issues and concerns, and promoting products and services, while maintaining a safe shopping environment. Requirements: Must be at least 16 years of age.

Pay: $15.50/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1538281     

 

Tuesday June 24, 2025 

 Job Title: Case Manager                                                                     City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a company that provides community-based services and programs. Duties: Conduct intakes for individuals in need of support services. Perform data entry for all intakes. Follow-up with individuals on progress of services received and advise on approval status. Requirements: Computer skills required. Valid NYS driver's license strongly preferred.

 

Pay: $19.00 - $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1538186

                                                                       

 

Tuesday June 24, 2025

 Job Title: Customer Service Representative                                       City: Clinton, NY

Full time for an independent insurance agent. Duties: Responsible for inbound and outbound calls, following up with clients to assist them with their insurance policies, managing incoming and outgoing mail, greeting and directing walk in customers and helping to keep the office running smoothly. Requirements: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in general computer skills.

 

Pay: $15.50 - $16.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1538715

 

Wednesday June 25, 2025

Job Title: Truck Driver Class B                                                           City: Frankfort, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a wholesale distributor that works with small businesses across the United States. Duties: Responsible for transporting and delivering goods as instructed. May be asked to pull and pack orders in the warehouse. Requirements: Must have a class B driver’s license. DOT physical & drug test required. Hazmat endorsement is a plus.

Pay: $20.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1537895

 

 

Wednesday June 25, 2025

 Job Title: Kitchen Staff Member                                                          City: DeRuyter, NY           

 

Full time for a family restaurant. Duties: Responsible for preparing food ingredients, cooking dishes according to recipes, maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen, following food safety guidelines, and ensuring all food is prepared to the correct specifications, including washing dishes and assisting with unloading deliveries. Requirements: Must have basic knife skills. Knowledge of food safety regulations.

 

Pay: $16.00 - $23.25/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1536190

 

                                   

Thursday June 26, 2025

 Job Title: Digital Personal Shoppers                                                   City: Rome, NY

 

Part time for a hypermarket. Duties: Fulfill customer orders by reviewing orders; locating, preparing, and packaging merchandise; ensuring the accuracy of orders prior to pick up; making appropriate product substitutions and consulting with customer as needed to ensure satisfaction; and following up on out-of-stock merchandise. Requirements: Must be at least 16 years of age.

                                                                       

Pay: $15.50/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1538282

 

Thursday June 26, 2025

Job Title: Store Crew                                                                          City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a convenience store chain. Duties: Cash handling, fuel transactions, cleaning, and stocking. Food preparation, coffee making, and food service safety. Requirements: Cashier, customer service, retail or foodservice experience preferred. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to ensure proper food preparation and presentation.

Pay: $15.50 - $20.77/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0166959

 

Friday June 27, 2025

 Job Title: Natural Resource Conservation Technician                        City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a soil and water conservation district. Duties: Assist with the invasive species program, erosion projects, and field work. Coordinate educational programs and the hydroseeding program. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in environmental technology, natural resource conservation or a related field. Will consider Associate degree with 2 years of experience or high school with 4 years’ experience.

 

Pay: $41,000 - $43,000/year. Benefits.                                                 Job Order # NY1538229

 

Friday June 27, 2025

 Job Title: Housing Coordinator                                                           City: Canastota, NY

Full time for a nonprofit organization. Duties: Complete intake and assessments which will include an in-person meeting, collecting necessary documentation for eligibility, and a complete program explanation. Requirements: A college degree in human services or related field with 2-3 years of human service experience. Valid driver’s license.

Pay: $23.00 - $25.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1537757

 

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Featured Jobs and free training events -June 20, 2025

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The end of June is quickly approaching, but that won’t stop the opportunities for finding new jobs and learning new skills! Here are some events you may want to attend!

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 06-16-2025

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Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 06-18-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 06-20-2025

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

  • 6/26/25 – 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. 
  • 7/22/25 – Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair 11:00AM – 2:00PM. Save the date!

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

 

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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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