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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.

The Boathouse is hiring kitchen staff in DeRuyter

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Anticipated start date: 05/03/2025


Job Description 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.
Skills: Basic knife skills
Understanding of cooking techniques
Ability to work efficiently under pressure
Attention to detail
Strong work ethic and ability to work as part of a team, knowledge of food regulations

Reference/Security Check? Yes
Requires a Drug Test? No
Job is: Temporary
Work Hours 20-32
Normal work days Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Overtime? Yes
Years of Experience Required 1-2
Will you accept related experience? Yes
Will you accept a trainee? Yes
Are you interested in On-The-Job Training Yes
Are you on a public transportation route? No
Is a driver's license required? No
Salary Range $16-$23.25 based on experience
Pay Frequency Hourly

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Location: 1 Boathouse Lane, DeRuyter, NY

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Theresa Sellitto

https://www.boathousederuyterlake.com/

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - March 10, 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 March 10, 2025 

 Job Title: Veteran Suicide Prevention Case Manager                          City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a local nonprofit agency. Duties: Perform a careful assessment of participants and develop and monitor case plans in coordination with a formal assessment of suicide prevention services needed, including necessary follow-up activities, to ensure that the participant's needs are adequately addressed. Requirements: Must have a college degree. Must have a valid NYS driver’s license.

                                                                                                  

Pay: $36,000 - $44,000/year.                                                                Job Order # NY1526305

 Monday March 10, 2025 

                                                                       

Job Title: Lifeguard                                                                             City: Rome, NY

Part time for a nonprofit organization. Duties: Maintain active surveillance of the pool area. Responds to challenges with possible solutions in a timely manner. Perform chemical testing when not guarding. Requirements: Must be at least 16 years of age. Basic life support or professional rescuer CPR/AED, first aid certifications. Current lifeguard license.

Pay: $15.50 - $18.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1526130     

 

Tuesday March 11, 2025 

 Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator (Seasonal)                                City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a county highway department. Duties: Operate one or more types of specialized heavy automotive equipment and performs a variety of manual tasks in connection with such operations. Requirements: 1 year experience operating specialized or heavy motor equipment or 2 years’ experience operating lighter automotive equipment. Must be eligible for an appropriate NYS operator's license.

 

Pay: $22.48/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1527030

 

 

Tuesday March 11, 2025

 Job Title: Caseworker                                                                         City: Utica, NY

Part time for a community organization that works to revitalize communities through civic engagement and programs. Duties: Provide referrals to community resources/services. Collaborate with counselors, staff and community partners to support youth. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree with 1 year experience; Associate degree with 5 years’ experience; or a high school diploma with 7 years’ experience.

 

Pay: $22.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1526726

 

Wednesday March 12, 2025

Job Title: Housekeeper                                                                        City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a retirement community. Duties: Responsible for maintaining a clean and sanitary environment in all areas of the facility. Clean bathrooms, dust, vacuum, handle laundry, and ensure windows and common areas are properly sanitized. Requirements: Strong attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team are essential.

Pay: $15.50/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1526438

 

 

Wednesday March 12, 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.                                                                   Job Order # NY1526186

 

                                   

Thursday March 13, 2025

Job Title: Administrative Assistant                                                     City: Utica, NY

 

Part time for a nonprofit organization. Duties: Responsible for managing office operations. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have at least 2 years of experience working in an environment with children. Must have experience in planning, organizing, and working collaboratively within social service delivery systems.

                                                                       

Pay: $22.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1526721

 

Thursday March 13, 2025

Job Title: Outside Sales Representative                                             City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a high-speed fiber internet service provider. Duties: Responsible for the sale 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: Starts at $35,000/year.                                                                 Job Order # NY1526852

 

Friday March 14, 2025

Job Title: Laborer (Seasonal)                                                              City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a county highway department. Duties: Assist in the maintenance or construction of roads, streets, utility and drainage systems by digging and backfilling trenches, spreading asphalt, sand and gravel. Assist in preparation, laying out and maintenance of athletic fields by clearing, grading, reseeding, weeding and lining. Requirements: Some experience in heavy manual labor is desirable.

 

Pay: $17.24/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1527035

 

Friday March 14, 2025

Job Title: Fiscal Manager                                                                    City: Canastota, NY

Part time for a nonprofit housing organization. Duties: Oversee all agency finances and accounting functions, including cash flow management, grant allocation, preparation of monthly and year-end financial reports, audits and tax returns. Requirements: College degree in accounting; or a high school diploma with accounting experience and 5 years of administrative experience in programs for the elderly.

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1526452

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Featured jobs and free training events - March 7, 2025

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Welcome to a new month full of opportunities! Explore the list below to find great events and training opportunities to advance your career:

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

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Mohawk Valley Community College is Hiring! MVCC is actively seeking qualified candidates for various employment opportunities that align with their mission to provide accessible education and support services.

For more information on the current openings, visit Mohawk Valley Community College is Hiring! - Working Solutions Blog | Working Solutions | An American Job Center.

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 Thursday of the month. For more information call (315) 867-1400. 
  • The Women’s Employment and Resource Center is collaborating with Krystal Curley, Program Outreach Specialist I for the NYS Department of Civil Service for a workshop, Demystifying Civil Service Merit System. The workshop will take place March 27, 2025, from 10:30AM – 12:00PM at Empowered Pathways, 502 Court Street, Suite 234 in Utica. Register today at or call (315) 724-1718 ext. 104. 
  • Job Corps Information Session 9:00AM – 1:00PM every other Wednesday at the Herkimer County Working Solutions. Job Corps is a federally sponsored training program, offering training opportunities in Healthcare, Advanced Manufacturing, Construction, Automotive, and more, all free of charge. Job Corps serves youth ages 16 – 24 and can help with GED, trades training, driving, soft skill training, and transition services. For more information, call Kimberly Dean at (607) 267-1621. Come learn how Job Corps can help you meet your employment and education goals! 
  • Police Academy at SUNY Morrisville! The Madison County Regional Phase I Police Academy is offered through SUNY Morrisville, with the assistance of the Madison County Sheriff's Department and the New York State University Police. It is designed for current civilian or non-sworn New York State residents who are interested in entering the law enforcement field as a police officer in New York State. Although the program does not guarantee admission into a police department, every standard required in a full-time basic police academy applies, including physical fitness, attendance, and academics. For more information about the program, including completion standards, entrance requirements and training schedule, please contact office at (315) 684-6003 or visit https://www.morrisville.edu/police-academy.
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Workforce Development Board FREE Apprenticeship Opportunities

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Don't miss the March/April Edition of our Workforce Development Board/Working Solutions Apprenticeship newsletter

 

We have valuable opportunities to share with you, including:

>FREE learning/training opportunities

>Pre-apprenticeship programs

>Incentives for businesses

>Informative articles

>Successes

And lots more!

 

See how our free training grant programs can help you jump start a career in a field you love!

 

READ IT HERE

 

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Herkimer County Highway Department is starting to gear up for their seasonal hiring - apply now!

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They are particularly in need of CDL drivers.

Interested applicants should complete the  civil service application below and turn it in in person at the Highway Department, located at 313 Third Ave. Herkimer (behind KFC/Taco Bell).

Available Positions

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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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