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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.

FREE Virtual Workshops you can take this week from the NYS Department of Labor - March 18, 2024

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Mar 18

11 am Civil Service
1 pm Learn New Skills with Coursera
1 pm Spanish: Resume Development

Mar 19

11 am Time Management
11 am Writing Effective Cover Letters
1 pm Career Assessment and Exploration

Mar 20

11 am Interviewing Techniques
1 pm Managing Job Loss and Moving On
1 pm Reasonable Accommodation; It’s Easier Than You Think

Mar 21

11 am SUNY UCAWD– Remote Academic and WD Programming
11 am Upskilling
1 pm Job Search Strategies

Mar 22

11 am The Power of Positivity
1 pm Chat with an Employment Counselor

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New Herkimer County Job Opportunities - March 18, 2024

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SOCIAL SERVICES ATTORNEY

ASSISTANT COUNTY ATTORNEY

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Nadine Dooley, Sr. Personnel Clerk
Herkimer County Personnel
109 Mary Street, Ste 1304
Herkimer NY 13350
Phone: (315) 867-1115

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New Oneida County Civil Service examinations: Fiscal Management series

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Application Deadline: April 17, 2024

 

Assistant Business Manager #64-466 (OC)

Finance Administrative Officer #85-941 (OC)

School Business Executive I #86-102 (OC)

 

Examination Date: June 1, 2024

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - March 18, 2024

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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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Job Title: CDL B Driver                                                                        City: Whitesboro, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a container and disposal service.  Duties: Delivering and hauling roll off dumpsters to their designated locations. Requirements: Valid CDL Class A or B with a clean driving record required.

Must be familiar with DOT regulations and safety protocols and be able to perform physical tasks associated with loading, unloading, and tarping.

                       

Pay: $ 18.00-$24.00/hour. Benefits.                                                      Job Order # NY1490871

 

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Job Title: Receptionist                                                                         City: Oneida, NY

                                                                                                         

Part-time for a non-profit educational organization that owns and operates a National Historic Landmark. Duties: Admit visitors and guests, take reservations, collect admission fees, answer the phone, assist with events, and help guests and residents. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent and a valid driver’s license.  Customer service experience preferred.

 

Pay: $15.25/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1493999

           

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Job Title: Refrigeration Mechanic                                                        City:  Utica, NY

 

Full time for a food processing company.  Duties: Perform maintenance and repairs on refrigeration units. Troubleshoot and develop solutions for issues with equipment including PLC controlled equipment, plant electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent and 3 years of related experience required.

 

Pay: Starts at $35.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1493985

 

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Job Title: Staff Accountant                                                                  City: Oriskany, NY

 

Full time for a manufacturer of fiber optic cable related components. Duties: Perform daily sales and production posting, review, and analysis. Prepare monthly reports for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger. Requirements: Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance or Business preferred, OR an Associate's in Accounting with minimum of five years of experience.

 

Pay: From $45,000/year. Benefits.                                                        Job Order # NY1491864

 

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Job Title: Retread Tire Shop Trainee                                                   City: Rome, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a local tire service.  Duties: Operate equipment to retread truck tires. Requirements: No experience necessary, but tire shop experience would be a plus.  Must be able to read instructional manuals and have some mechanical ability.  Must be dependable.  Valid NYS driver license preferred.  Minimal heavy lifting required.

Pay: Starts at $15.00-$16.00/hour. Benefits                                          Job Order # NY1494051

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Job Title: Finishing Technician I                                                         City: Dolgeville, NY

 

Full time for a company that manufactures sporting equipment. Duties: Operate finishing machinery and apply decorative finishing components to baseball bats.  Requirements One to three years of manufacturing experience. On the job training will be provided. The ability to problem solve and trouble shoot issues and exceptional attention to detail are required.

Pay: $15.50/hour. Benefits.                                                                  Job Order # NY1491800

 

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Job Title: QA Order and Contract Reviewer                                         City: Cazenovia, NY    

 

Full time for a company that manufactures electronic components. Duties: Review all new purchase order documentation for proper quality, engineering, and operations requirements.   Requirements: Experience reading CAD drawings and blueprints is required. Must have excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office and ERP system experience. At least 4 years of quality experience preferred.

Pay: $21.00-$25.00/hour. Benefits.                                                       Job Order# DF7832731

 

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Job Title: Machinist                                                                             City: New Hartford, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a company that manufactures products made of high-performance alloys. Job Duties: Operate various types of machine tools and perform fitting and assembly work on fixtures and parts.  Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent required.

Pay: $50,000-$75.000/year. Benefits.                                                     Job Order # NY1494350

 

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Job Title: Site Operations and Programming Coordinator                   City: Chittenango, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time, for a museum focused on the history of the Erie Canal. Duties: Provide active leadership for interpretative and educational programming, social media marketing, volunteer management, special events, and gift shop operations of the Museum.  Requirements: A Bachelor’s degree, valid driver’s license, and three years of operations management experience.

Pay: $50,000-$55,000/year. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1494341

 

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Job Title: Fish and Wildlife Technician                                                City: Van Hornesville, NY

 

Full time for an environmental conservation agency. Duties: Feed, clean and inspect fish at a fish hatchery. Stock fish in various water bodies throughout NY State. Requirements: Must have a valid driver's license with the ability to operate larger trucks with loaded fish tanks. 30 semester credit hours of college required with 12 semester credit hours in fisheries, marine resources, or wildlife management.

 Pay: $18.22/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DF7839685

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Advance 2 Apprenticeship (A2A) - Free Basic Manufacturing Course - Enrolling Now!

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$200 stipend - Program Completion, based on eligibility

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Pre-Apprenticeship Instruction of Professional skills & Technical elements in a supportive environment designed to develop in-demand skills to jumpstart your career in Manufacturing!

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CNC Basics - Set-up & Operation

OSHA 10 - Occupational Health & Safety Certification

Communication - Enhance skills for interviewing & work experience

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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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