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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.

Optum is hiring a Field Patient Care Coordinator in Utica

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Featured jobs and free training events - April 22, 2025

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The end of April 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

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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. 
  • 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! 
  • Empowered Pathways' Women's Employment & Resource Center (WERC) is offering a new workshop this spring. The Job Interview Skills workshop will be presented by their Executive Director, Stephanie Eghigian. The workshop will be on Tuesday, April 29th from 9:30AM to 12:30PM. 
  • Summer Jobs for Herkimer County Youth: See link for summer job opportunities through Herkimer County. Don’t delay-the positions will go fast.
  • The WERC Program at Empowered Pathways is offering a new workshop on May 29th from 9:30AM - 12:30PM. The title of the workshop is 'Unlocking Your Potential with Canva Pro'. It will be a tutorial on how to use Canva Design and go through some examples of what you can design on there. Those interested can call or email to sign up at (315)724-1718 ext.104 or .
  • Heavy Equipment Operation course at Madison-Oneida BOCES. The course will be May 19th – July 14th, Mondays – Thursdays 3:00PM – 8:00PM and Saturdays 7:00AM – 1:00PM with a tuition of $2,600. The focus of this course is hands-on experience with a dozer, loader, backhoe, skid steer excavator, and dump truck. Includes practical machinery care and daily maintenance. Student must provide suitable clothing for the operation of this machinery. Valid driver's license is required. First Aid/CPR and OSHA-10 included. Call (315) 361-5800 for registration or visit Heavy Equipment Operation - BOCES Consortium of Continuing Education for more information!
  • The Waterville Residential Care Center is offering a free CNA training! This is a great opportunity for high school students age 16+ or anyone within the community. It is a 3-week course consisting of a combination of online coursework and 5 in person skills/clinical days. Upon successful completion of the course, you will be scheduled to take the NYS Prometric CNA exam at Waterville Residential Care Center. Their next class starts April 27th, with new classes starting every week. For more information or to schedule an interview contact Waterville residential care center at (315) 841-4156 or online at www.watervillecares.com
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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - April 22, 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 April 21, 2025 

Job Title: RV Service Technician                                                        City: Kirkville, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a family owned and operated RV dealership. Duties: Repairing and prepping recreational vehicles. Perform diagnostics on appliances, electrical systems, LP gas, HVAC, technology, and plumbing. Requirements: Must have a valid driver’s license. Must have high school diploma or the equivalent.

                                                                                                  

Pay: $35,000/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # NY1531985

 

Monday April 21, 20

Job Title: Principal Account Clerk                                                       City: Herkimer, NY

Full time for a community college. Duties: Account keeping work involving responsibility for planning, assigning and supervising major account keeping activities and/or independently performing difficult and responsible account keeping functions. Requirements: Must have high school diploma or the equivalent with five years of progressively responsible experience in maintaining financial accounts and records.

Pay: $40,928/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # DF9797217     

 

Tuesday April 22, 2025 

 Job Title: Sibling Behavioral Management Specialist                         City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Part time for a nonprofit organization. Duties: Provide ongoing interventions that support the child and

family in implementing a care plan. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and vehicle insurance. 2,000 hours experience with youth who have serious emotional disturbances (SED) is required.

 

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1531529

 

 

Tuesday April 22, 2025

 Job Title: Rail Bike Guide                                                                    City: Utica, NY

Part time for a railroad company. Duties: Lead guests on scenic outdoor railroad rides using our rail bikes ensuring safe, timely tours and a 5-star customer experience. Pedaling Rail bikes on 46-mile (8-12 miles round trip) excursions (2-4 tours per day). Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Customer service experience preferred. CPR & First Aide certification preferred.

 

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1532060

 

Wednesday April 23, 2025

Job Title: Sustainability Specialist                                                      City: Mohawk, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a nonprofit organization. Duties: Assist local governments to become Climate Smart Communities Certified, with completing the required actions to become a designated Clean Energy Community, in adopting model codes and streamlined clean energy permitting processes, etc. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in environmental science field. 3-5 years in an environmental field.

Pay: $55,000 - $60,000/year. Benefits.                                                 Job Order # NY1531543

 

 

Wednesday April 23, 2025

 Job Title: CDL Drivers                                                                         City: Chittenango, NY      

 

Full time for a construction company. Duties: Operate dump trucks, volumetric mixer trucks and delivery trucks. Must be able to load trucks. Responsible for truck maintenance and equipment maintenance. Requirements: Must possess a valid NYS CDL A or B license. Must be able to lift up to at least 50 pounds. Must be able to stand, bend, and walk for periods of time.

 

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1532048

 

                                   

Thursday April 24, 2025

 Job Title: Coffee Production Team Member                                        City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a coffee shop. Duties: Grinding, packing, and dating product to meet demands in positive, growing environment. Assemble, pack, label and stage boxes for delivery to the warehouse. Requirements: Must have high school diploma or the equivalent. 1 year of experience in a fast-paced production environment.

                                                                       

Pay: $15.50/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1532076

 

Thursday April 24, 2025

Job Title: Experienced Line Station Cook                                           City: Utica, NY

 

Part time for a farm-to-table restaurant. Duties: Prepare and execute dishes with precision, ensuring top-tier quality, taste, and presentation. Stay current with industry trends and bring fresh, creative ideas to the kitchen. Requirements: Proven experience as a Line Cook in a farm-to-table or fine dining setting. Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.

Pay: $17.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1530653

 

Friday April 25, 2025

Job Title: Install/Delivery Team Laborer                                              City: Mohawk, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for an office supply company. Duties: Load, transport, and deliver products to customers safely and efficiently. Assemble and install office furniture. Requirements: One year certificate from college or technical school; or 3-6 months related experience and/or training. Must have driver’s license. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

 

Pay: $15.50 - $17.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1531994

 

Friday April 25, 2025

Job Title: Service Coordinator                                                            City: Cazenovia, NY

Full time for a tractor dealer. Duties: Schedule and control workflow of service technicians, evaluate and prioritize customer needs, advise customers of necessary repairs and create work orders to ensure proper billing. Requirements: Must have excellent customer service skills. Must have mechanical knowledge.

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1532342

 

 

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Tidal Basin Group is hiring a Full Time Corporate Accounting Manager in Utica

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Job Description

Position Summary: The accounting manager will be responsible for monthly close and related activities for multiple entities, along with intercompany entries and statements consolidation tasks. It will have one direct report and collaborate with multiple groups within the Finance department. Great visibility and a lot of opportunities for growth/learning.
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Duties and Responsibilities include:

Manage monthly book closing and ensure proper accounting treatment of all transactions, including intercompany; review/analyze results; resolve issues; maintain and communicate closing schedules; strive to improve efficiency and communication among all stakeholders.


Manage and lead the general ledger team, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, in compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.
Assist general ledger tasks, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, in compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.


Assist in coordination of financial external audits (RSM) and support establishing internal accounting control policies and procedures in compliance with GAAP, accounting requirements, and company policy.


Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Reference/Security Check? Yes
Requires a Physical? No
Requires a Drug Test? Yes
Work Hours 9am-5pm
Overtime? No
Number of Years of Education Needed? Bachelor's Degree
Specialized education required? Accounting
Years of Experience Required 5-7
Will you accept related experience? Yes
Is a driver's license required? Yes
Salary Range $100,000.00
Is salary negotiable? Yes
Health Insurance? Yes
Dental Insurance? Yes
Paid Vacation? Yes
Sick Leave? Yes
Paid Holidays? Yes
Retirement Plan? Yes

169 Business Park Drive, Utica, NY 13502

https://www.tidalbasingroup.com/

To Apply Contact:

Sandra Mullen

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Diebold Nixdorf is hiring a full-time Field Service Technician in Utica

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Diebold Nixdorf is headquartered out of North Canton, Ohio and Paderborn Germany, with a local outfit in Utica. Their company provides technical support to banks for ATMs.

Minimum qualifications are a drivers' license and a High School Diploma/GED. Starting rate of pay is $19-$25/hr with benefits including full health/vision/dental, company van and gas card, 401k with employer matching, overtime availability, and on-call pay.

Interested applicants: complete an application through their Indeed posting here: https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=df4a7d1a8f8cfc38&tk=1iosot89ngc1r83h&from=serp&vjs=3

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