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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.

Featured Job Opportunities, Hiring and Learning Opportunities - Nov. 12, 2024

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Skill acquisition and job opportunities are thriving. Check out the opportunities below!

FEATURED JOBS

The Workforce Development Board is Hiring Case Managers in Utica for our Grant Projects! Full time - 35 Hours per week OR Part time - 20 Hours per week The Case Manager will be responsible for recruitment, intake and case management of participants; oversee training and/or employment placement of participants; and coordinate services with partner training providers and employers.

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JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

  • 11/13/24 – In-person Mini Job Fair from 10:00AM – 12:00PM at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 N. Prospect Street, Herkimer. 
  • 11/19/24 – Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair 11:00AM – 2:00PM.
  • 11/20/24 – In-person Mini Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:30PM at the Utica Career Center in the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor, Utica, NY 13501. 
  • 11/26/24 – Come learn about state job opportunities! 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. 
  • 12/5/24 – 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. 
  • 12/11/24 – Come learn about state job opportunities! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 12:00PM and is located at the Utica Career Center in the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor, Utica, NY in the Adirondack Room. Event schedule.

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - Nov. 11, 2024

 

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 November 11, 2024

Job Title: Building Maintenance Worker                 City: Herkimer, NY

Full time for a county government office. Duties: Perform a variety of mechanical and other building maintenance tasks or serve as a helper to a journey level worker. Requirements: 2 years of experience in either general building construction or maintenance work in one or more of the standard trades, such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical.

Pay: $35,600/year. Benefits. Job Order # NY1514340

 

Monday November 11, 2024

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/hour. Job Order # NY1513810

 

Tuesday November 12, 2024

Job Title: Heat Pump Technician City: Whitesboro, NY

Full time for a handyman service. Duties: Execute precise installations of heat pumps, mini splits, cased coils, and air handlers, ensuring systems are positioned, connected, and calibrated for optimal performance. Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds. Minimum of 1-2 years of experience specifically in installing heat pumps, mini splits, and heat pump water heaters.

Pay: $26.00 - $32.00/hour. Benefits. Job Order # NY1514995

 

Tuesday November 12, 2024

Job Title: Cleaner       City: Utica, NY

Part time for a janitorial service. Duties: Perform general cleaning duties. Sweeping, dust mopping, wet mopping, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, trash removal. Requirements: Must be dependable, professional, and detail oriented. Must have good communication skills and some customer service experience. Cellphone, Driver's license, and own reliable transportation to work sites required.

Pay: $17.00/hour. Job Order # NY1514972

 

Wednesday November 13, 2024

Job Title: Automotive Service Technician      City: Utica, NY

Full time for a school bus service. Duties: Perform vehicle and component diagnosis, testing, repair, rebuild, and replacement; including but not limited to diesel, gas, and propane engines; transmissions; brake systems; steering; suspension; cooling systems; and on-board diagnostics. Requirements: High school or the equivalent. 2 years of diesel engine experience. 1 year of airbrake experience.

Pay: $22.00 - $36.62/hour. Job Order # DF9053215

 

Wednesday November 13, 2024

Job Title: CNA      City: Chittenango, NY

Full time for a nursing home. Duties: Monitor residents. Report any health issues to the supervising nurse. Take care of resident’s personal hygiene. Prep meal trays and report food/fluid intake. Make beds & maintain the resident’s space to be clean and tidy. Requirements: Successful completion of a CNA program. Current state certification.

Pay: $20.00 - $24.25/hour. Job Order # NY1514629

 

Thursday November 14, 2024

Job Title: Mentor      City: Utica, NY

Part time for a nonprofit organization. Duties: Provide a structured one-to-one relationship or partnership that focuses on the needs of the mentored child in achieving a treatment goal. Requirements: Must be 18 years of age. High school diploma or the equivalent. 1,000 hours experience with youth who have serious emotional disturbances required.

Pay: $18.00/hour. Job Order # NY1513808

 

Thursday November 14, 2024

Job Title: Counselor Aide      City: Utica, NY

Full time for an addiction treatment center. Duties: Assist with screening, intake, orientation, referral, counseling, crisis response, patient education, case management, reporting and record keeping, and consultation. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Valid NYS driver’s license. Customer service and/or human services experience preferred.

Pay: $15.00 - $20.18/hour. Benefits. Job Order # DF9049476

 

Friday November 15, 2024

Job Title: Food Service Worker I       City: Little Falls, 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: $16.00 - $24.00/hour. Benefits. Job Order # DF9051273

 

Friday November 15, 2024

Job Title: Lifeguard   City: Oneida, 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: $15.00 - $18.00/hour. Job Order # NY1514489

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Mohawk Valley Handyman is hiring Heat Pump Installers

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WDB November/December Apprenticeship Newsletter

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We've got a lot to tell you about in this edition of our Apprenticeship Newsletter!

Including:

>Your invitation to our National Apprenticeship Week event

>Free learning/training opportunities

>Apprenticeship news and success stories

>Informative articles and statistics

>Incentives for businesses

>And lots more!

READ IT HERE

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New job opportunities with Herkimer County Department of Social Services

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Account Clerk
Account Clerk/Typist
Clerk
Senior Social Welfare Examiner

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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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