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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.

Good Friday Office Hours - Friday, Apr 3, 2026

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Friday, Apr 3, 2026, is Good Friday

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

Utica Working Solutions at 207 Genesee Street is open.

Madison County Working Solutions in Wampsville is open from 8am to 4pm.

Herkimer Working Solutions is closed.

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - March 23, 2026

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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 23, 2026 

Job Title: Executive Director                                                               City: Utica, NY

Full time for an animal protection organization. Duties: Responsible for overall leadership, strategic direction, operational management, fundraising, and community engagement. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or higher in nonprofit management, business administration, public administration, or a related field. Experience in animal welfare, shelter management, or veterinary-related organizations.

Pay: $75,000 - $90,000/year. Benefits.                                                 Job Order # NY1596254

 

Monday March 23, 2026 

Job Title: CNC Operator/Programmer                                                 City: Rome, NY

Full time for a machine shop. Duties: Set-up and manage CNC machines to perform different jobs including drilling, grinding, and milling. Requirements: Computer savvy with basic understanding of computer programming and g codes. Must be skilled in operating CNC machinery and tooling as well as precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, depth micrometers, bore gauges, etc.

Pay: $25.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1598659     

 

Tuesday March 24, 2026 

Job Title: Housekeeper                                                                       City: Oriskany, NY

Full time for a nursing home. Duties: Clean resident rooms and common areas of facility using cleaning chemicals. Sweep, mop, dust and refill containers for paper products. will be required to stand on ladder no more than 3 feet above floor for dusting, curtains etc. Requirements: Must be at least 16 years of age. High school diploma or the equivalent preferred.

Pay: $16.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1593266

 

Tuesday March 24, 2026

Job Title: Food Service Worker                                                           City: Utica, NY

Full time for a nonprofit health system. Duties: Prepares, serves, and delivers food to any area of the facility as directed, following all guidelines of the quality assurance and quality control programs. Maintains all areas at an acceptable level of sanitation. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Experience in food service is preferred.

Pay: $16.15 - $21.75/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1334558

 

Wednesday March 25, 2026

Job Title: Office Manager                                                                    City: Frankfort, NY

Full time for a machine shop. Duties: Manage financial data and software: A/R, A/P, Payroll, General Ledger. Greet clients, visitors, and team members professionally. Supporting admin tasks: copying, faxing, note-taking. Requirements: Experience in filing and office management. Prior experience as a receptionist with excellent customer service skills.

Pay: $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1593288

 

Wednesday March 25, 2026

Job Title: Welder                                                                                 City: Chittenango, NY      

Full time for an aerospace manufacturer. Duties: Weld by method of GTAW for rework, repair and cosmetic upgrade in accordance with customer specifications and internal procedures. Evaluate castings to ensure preparation from prior operation is adequate. Requirements: High school diploma or GED. Maintain welding certification for GTAW.

Pay: $27.00 - $30.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1301901

 

Thursday March 26, 2026

Job Title: Furnace Operator                                                                City: Clayville, NY

Full time for an American aerospace manufacturer. Duties: Perform various cleaning, monitoring, and securing operations to assist in the set-up of a vacuum atomization furnace. Assist in preparing raw material charges, running the furnace control board, and making minor repairs on the furnace. Requirements: High School or the equivalent. Must be able to wear a respirator.

Pay: $21.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG1322150

 

Thursday March 26, 2026

Job Title: Retail Sales Associate                                                         City: New Hartford, NY

Part time for an office supply company. Duties: Multitask on cashier, sales, and merchandising responsibilities. Handle returns and online pick-ups. Respond quickly and resourcefully to customer requests and concerns. Requirements: Customer service or cashier experience in a retail environment preferred.

Pay: $16.00 - $16.30/hour.                                                                   Job Order # DG1330397

 

Friday March 27, 2026

Job Title: Warehouse Clerk                                                                 City: Frankfort, NY

Full time for a home improvement store. Duties: Collect and review order notes to accurately fulfill deliveries. Pick ordered items from containers and storage using barcodes, serial numbers, and other identifying information. Requirements: Must have at least 1 year of experience in order pulling or a similar warehouse role. 

Pay: $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG1322699

 

Friday March 27, 2026

Job Title: Bus Driver                                                                           City: Hamilton, NY

Part time for a business that provides student transportation services. Duties: Responsible for the safe delivery of passengers along set routes, adherence to bus safety and bus stop safety standards, and daily vehicle inspections, among other duties. Requirements: Must be at least 21 years of age. Must have a valid driver’s license and at least 1 year of experience driving.

Pay: $19.70/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # DG1335330

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New Herkimer County Exam: Correction Officer

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Learn more at link:

CORRECTION OFFICER

Examination Number 60055270

Filing Deadline -- Applications must be received or postmarked by: April 17, 2026 Exam

Questionnaire Submission Period: May 1, 2026 – May 30, 2026

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DFAS in Rome has a new opportunity!

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*NEW* SUPPLY TECHNICIAN

Department of Defense - Defense Finance and Accounting Service

DFAS - DIR/SITE SUPPORT OFFICE - ROME, NY

  • $50,460 to - $65,599 per year (GS 7)
  • Permanent • Full-time

Open 03/17/2026 and will close 03/31/2026

For more information please visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/861489400

Supervisory Accounting Technician

Department of Defense - Defense Finance and Accounting Service

DFAS Rome - Accounting Operations

  • $50,460 to - $72,644 per year (GS 7-8)
  • Permanent • Full-time

Open 03/11/2026 and will close 03/24/2026

For more information please visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/860656100

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WDB Apprenticeship March/April Newsletter

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News and Opportunities for you in our latest apprenticeship newsletter!

In this edition we're sharing 

success stories

informative articles

new training opportunities

and lots more!

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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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Utica, New York 13501

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