April showers seem to have arrived, bringing with them opportunities for finding new jobs and learning new skills. Here are some events you’ll want to attend in April.

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JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

• 4/15/25 – Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair 11:00AM – 2:00PM.  Save the date!
• 4/17/25 – 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.  
• 4/17/25 – 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. 
• 4/17/25 – Workshop to learn about state jobs and Civil Service directly following the Rome Community Job Fair at Rome Alliance Church, 920 Turin St. Rome, NY. 
• 4/17/25 – Workshop to learn about state jobs and Civil Service at 3:00PM at the Jervis Public Library at 613 N Washington Street, Rome, NY. 
• 4/22/25 – Fun Culinary & Serving Jobs in Sylvan Beach Summer Hiring Event 3:00PM – 6:00PM at The Lake House at Sylvan Beach, 301 Park Ave., Sylvan Beach, NY 13157. Visit https://www.turningstoneenterprises.com/careers/hiring-events for more information!
• 4/23/25 – Fun Culinary & Serving Jobs in Sylvan Beach Summer Hiring Event 12:00PM – 3:00PM at The Lake House at Sylvan Beach, 301 Park Ave., Sylvan Beach, NY 13157. Visit https://www.turningstoneenterprises.com/careers/hiring-events for more information!
• 4/29/25 – RADAR Virtual Job Fair. Register now.
• 5/1/25 – Madison County Community Job Fair from 10:00AM – 12:00PM at the Cazenovia American Legion, 26 Chenango St., Cazenovia, NY 13035. 
• 5/1/25 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 11:30AM and is located at the Utica Career Center in the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor, Utica, NY in the Adirondack Room. 
• 5/7/25 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 10:30AM and is located at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 North Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. 
• 5/9/25 – Oneida County DCFS Employment Division Job Fair from 9:00AM – 12:00PM at the Oneida County Office Building, 800 Park Avenue, Utica, NY 13501.This event has been canceled

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 two new workshops this spring. The Job Interview Skills workshops will be presented by their Executive Director, Stephanie Eghigian. One will be held on Tuesday, April 15^th and the other on Tuesday, April 29th. Both will be from 9:30AM to 12:30PM. Those interested can choose which date works best for them! 
• 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 29^th 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 . 

See details for all opportunities below:

Chittenango Landscape is seeking Landscape Laborers to work at their facility.  The selected candidates would work 730am-430 or 5pm, depending on the weather and workload.  Selected candidates can expect to work 40 hours per week.  The candidate would trim, edge and mulch; no mowing is required.  In addition, candidates may assist with tree work, hauling brush, etc.

The selected candidate would be required to run power tools like shears, blowers and chain saws. All training and safety equipment (PPE) is provided. 

Physical conditions: Must be able to walk, stand on your feet for long periods of time, squat, bend, etc. 

Minimum qualifications: Candidates must be able to begin their workday at the Landscaping shop.  Candidate must be 18 years and older due to running power equipment.   Must be willing to work as a team, possess good communication skills.  Prior experience preferred but not required.  Driver's License preferred.  Must have reliable transportation to get to and from the work site. 

Pay is $18.00-24.00 per hour based upon experience. 

Interested candidates should call Doug at 315.335.2187 or email their resume to

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Chittenango Landscape is seeking a Hardscape Foreman.  The selected candidate would provide clerical support, assist with billing, assist with scheduling and provide exceptional customer service. Selected candidate would be responsible for supervising hardscape projects, managing crews, ensuring quality control, reading blueprints, and operating equipment. Selected candidate would positively interact with team members and customers. 

Physical conditions: Must be able to walk, squat and bend. Mobility: Ability to move around the landscape project.  Must have hand dexterity to utilize tools. Lifting: Capacity to lift and carry light to moderate loads. Vision and Hearing: Ability to read documents on a screen or paper and hear/respond to phone calls and in-person inquiries. Stamina: Capability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing tasks.

Minimum qualifications: Must be willing to work as a team, possess good communication skills.  Prior experience preferred but not required.  Certifications in construction or knowledge of irrigation systems, landscape architecture, etc. are preferred but not required.  Driver's License required; in order to pick up and transport items, drive equipment, etc.    Pay is $24.00/hr. 

Interested candidates should call Doug at 315.335.2187 or email their resume to

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Chittenango Landscape is seeking an Assistant Spray Tech/ Spray Tech to assist with turf work and lawn treatments. The selected candidate would provide weed control, fertilizing treatments, other areas of concern such as insect and fungi treatments and tree and shrub care due to an issue of Ash Borer which is killing Ash trees in the Northeast.  Training, uniforms and PPE are provided. The Assistant will coordinate all book work, signage and customer paperwork at each site while working under a Spray Tech.  

Spray Tech Assistants would start at $18.00/hour.  Licensed tech would start at $20.00-$22.00 with 40+ hours a week depending on the weather.

Physical conditions: Must be able to walk, stand on your feet for long periods of time, squat, bend, etc. 

Minimum qualifications: Candidates must be able to begin their workday at the Landscaping shop. As per DEC law, an Assistant Spray Tech needs to be at least 17 years old.  Must be willing to work as a team, possess good communication skills.  Prior experience preferred but not required.  Driver's License preferred.  Must have reliable transportation to get to and from the work site. 

Interested candidates should call Doug at 315.335.2187 or email their resume to

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Chittenango Landscape is seeking a part time mechanic, willing to work on small engines such as gas-powered tools, blowers, trimmers as well as heavy equipment and trucks. Tools are provided and a shop is available.  The selected candidate may also assist with finishing up body work on vehicles as needed.

Physical conditions: Must be able to walk, stand on your feet for long periods of time, squat, bend, etc. 

Minimum qualifications: Candidate must be 18 years and older due to running power equipment.   Must be willing to work as a team, possess good communication skills.  Prior experience preferred but not required.  Driver's License preferred.  Must have reliable transportation to get to and from the work site. 

Pay rate is $18-20/hour, depending on experience.

Interested candidates should call Doug at 315.335.2187 or email their resume to

Will accept a trainee!

Job Description Repairing and prepping recreational vehicles. Perform diagnostics on appliances, electrical systems, LP gas, HVAC, technology, and plumbing.

Requires Reference/Security Check

Must be Bondable

Job is: Full Time or  Part Time
Work Hours: 40+
Normal work days  Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Overtime? Yes

Number of Years of Education Needed: High School Diploma or GED
Years of Experience Required: 0
Will accept related experience:Yes
Will accept a trainee: Yes

A driver's license required

Salary Range 35,000+ depending on experience
Pay Frequency Weekly
Is salary negotiable? Yes

Health Insurance? Yes
Paid Vacation? Yes
Sick Leave? Yes
Paid Holidays? Yes
Retirement Plan? Yes
Clothing Allowance? Yes

Description of products or services: RV Sales & Service

To Apply Contact: Harold Oot
Email

www.sevenos.com

April  18th is Good Friday.

The Workforce Development Board offices at 209 Elizabeth St., Utica, NY will be closed in observance of the holiday.

Working Solutions locations office hours on Friday, April 18th:

Utica/ Rome, 207 Genesee Street, Utica: OPEN

Madison County, 133 N. Court St., Wampsville: OPEN

Herkimer County, 320 North Prospect Street, CLOSED

Must have a vehicle.

Gary Falchi carpet and cleaning service is looking to hire a full-time cleaner paying $18 per hour to start.

Will train.

Position is Oneida and Herkimer Counties.

Nights and weekend shift differential.

If interested, please call Gary at (315) 796-0333.