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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 Jobs and Training Opportunities - January 2, 2026

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Happy New Year! There are some job fairs, recruitments, and trainings coming up in January you won’t want to miss:

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 12-22-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 12-23-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 12-26-2025

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

  • 1/6/25 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 12:00PM and is located at the Utica Career Center, 207 Genesee Street, Utica, NY. 
  • 1/8/25 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 12:30PM and is located at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 North Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. 
  • 1/14/26 – Upstate Caring Partners Recruitment from 10:00AM – 12:00PM at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 North Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. Save the date!
  • 1/21/26 – Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair 11:00AM – 2:00PM. Save the date!
  • 1/22/26 – 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. Save the date!
  • USPS – Virtual Job Fairs every Thursday from 11:00AM – 1:00PM. 

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

Herkimer Working Solutions is hosting free computer training classes! Learn basic computer skills, internet basics, career search skills, Microsoft Word and Excel and more. They have sessions every 1st and 3rd Wednesday and Thursday of the month starting at 2:00PM. Space is limited – call (315) 867-1400 to register.

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - January 2, 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 December 29, 2025 

Job Title: Transmission Technician                                                    City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for an automotive retailer. Duties: Diagnose, repair, and maintain manual and automatic transmission systems in vehicles. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. Experience in dealership or independent repair shop settings required. Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

                                                                                                           

Pay: $60,000 - $150,000/year. Benefits.                                               Job Order # DG1002497

 

Monday December 29, 2025 

Job Title: Phlebotomist                                                                       City: New Hartford, NY

 

Full time for a medical lab. Duties: Perform blood collections by venipuncture and capillary techniques for all age groups. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Phlebotomy certification or completed training program from an accredited agency or previous experience as a phlebotomist is require. Must be able to pass a standardized color blindness test.

 

Pay: $17.75 - $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1002510    

 

Tuesday December 30, 2025 

Job Title: Lead Line Cook                                                                   City: Vernon, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a casino hotel. Duties: Responsible for the preparation of all foods during an assigned shift, in accordance with company specifications and standards. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. 1-2 years’ experience as a cook’s apprentice in a large, full-service hotel or restaurant preferred.

 

Pay: $19.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG0997028

                                                                       

 

Tuesday December 30, 2025

Job Title: Admissions Coordinator                                                    City: Utica, NY

Full time for a company that operates a network of post-acute rehabilitation and long-term care facilities. Duties: Act as a liaison between prospective residents, families, and the facility. Identify and develop referral sources. Generate public relations and marketing opportunities. Requirements: Associate’s degree in business administration and/or 3-5 years related experience in long-term care.

 

Pay: $28.00 - $30.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0996010

 

Wednesday December 31, 2025

Job Title: EDM Operator Assistant                                                      City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a hand tool manufacturer. Duties: Help with the set-up and operation of Wire EDM machines. Perform maintenance on the Wire EDM machines. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must be able to read machine blueprints. Valid NYS driver’s license required. Experience is a plus, but training is also available.

Pay: $41,600/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # NY1552386

 

 

Wednesday December 31, 2025

Job Title: Volunteer Coordinator                                                         City: Verona Beach, NY       

 

Full time for a senior citizen center. Duties: Perform volunteer recruitment and placement for Volunteer Department programs. Provide information and support to volunteers. Develop and maintain relationships with community organizations. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Valid & clean NYS driver’s license & own vehicle required.

 

Pay: $36,000/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # NY1552269

 

                                   

Thursday January 1, 2026

Job Title: Material Handler I                                                                City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a nonprofit health system. Duties: Stock and deliver supplies to all departments. Handle telephone supply requests from calling department in a timely and courteous manner. Assist with cycle counts. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have good customer service skills.

                                                                       

Pay: $18.56 - $23.19/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0995950

 

Thursday January 1, 2026

Job Title: Forklift Operator                                                                  City: Marcy, NY

 

Full time for a human services agency. Duties: Operate forklift and powered hand truck to move product throughout operation. Load and unload trucks and containers moving product both in and out of facility. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent required. Two years' of experience in a previous employed position operating a powered forklift.

Pay: $19.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG0996791

 

Friday January 2, 2026

Job Title: Receptionist/Executive Assistant                                        City: Mohawk, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for an office supply company. Duties: provide administrative support, manage multiple priorities, and serve as the welcoming face of the company. Work closely with leadership and support departments. Requirements: Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

Pay: $16.00 - $17.50/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1552187

 

Friday January 2, 2026

Job Title: Utility/Production Service                                                    City: Canastota, NY

Full time for a metal fabricator. Duties: Perform general yard work and manual labor. Maintain electric fence systems. Move and sort materials, including basic wire sorting and de-reeling. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Previous experience with machine operation in a production or manufacturing environment preferred. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Pay: $18.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1552390

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - December 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 December 22, 2025 

Job Title: Cleaner                                                                                City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Part time for a human services organization. Duties: Provide cleaning of assigned areas, maintain supplies, remove furniture and equipment as needed, adjust heat or air conditioning, perform building checks. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Knowledge of cleaning procedures and supplies.

                                                                                                           

Pay: $15.50/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # DG0975680

 

Monday December 22, 2025 

Job Title: Merchandising Service Associate                                       City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a retail company. Duties: Ensure store's signage, pricing information, and displays are accurate, so merchandise is easy to locate. Create product displays that are safe, clean, visually appealing, and easy for customers to access. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. Experience performing product merchandising tasks preferred.

 

Pay: $15.50 - $16.15/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG097331      

 

Tuesday December 23, 2025 

Job Title: Lot Attendant/Porter                                                          City: Yorkville, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for an automotive retailer. Duties: Responsible for taking care of vehicles in the service area and for ensuring all vehicles are clean and ready for delivery to customers. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

 

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0979848

                                                                       

 

Tuesday December 23, 2025

Job Title: Contact Center Agent I                                                       City: Utica, NY

Full time for a financial services holding company. Duties: Responsible for researching, troubleshooting, and resolving customer inquiries. Provide customers information regarding their deposit and loan accounts, as well as product or service information. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. High school diploma or the equivalent. Associate’s degree preferred.

 

Pay: $17.50 - $21.53/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0973615

 

Wednesday December 24, 2025

Job Title: Diesel Mechanic                                                                  City: Frankfort, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a paving contractor. Duties: Perform maintenance and repair on diesel trucks and heavy equipment. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have at least 2 years of experience. Must have a valid, clean driver's license. DOT physical exam and alcohol/drug pre-screening test required.

Pay: $26.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1551000

 

 

Wednesday December 24, 2025

Job Title: Mail Clerk                                                                            City: Hamilton, NY           

 

Full time for a private liberal arts college. Duties: Perform duties of postal clerk for campus postal station. Pick up and deliver registered, certified, insured, and campus mail on established route. Create mailing lists for bulk mailings using software. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Valid NYS Driver’s license.

 

Pay: $20.01/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG0983011

 

                                   

Thursday December 25, 2025

Job Title: Food Service Worker                                                           City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a nonprofit health system. Duties: Assist with meal selections, in the assembly and delivery of meals and food products for hospital patients, residents and visitors. Communicate patient’s concerns with the clinical dietitian. Stock unit kitchens. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred.

                                                                       

Pay: $16.15 - $21.75/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0973423

 

Thursday December 25, 2025

Job Title: Forklift Operator                                                                  City: Marcy, NY

 

Full time for a logistics service. Duties: Safely operate forklifts to move materials and load/unload trailers, supporting our production teams. Hand-sort pallets based on product specs and ensure quality standards are met. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Experience in a fast-paced, production-based environment is a plus.

Pay: $18.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG0978647

 

Friday December 26, 2025

 Job Title: Merchandiser                                                                       City: Frankfort, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a food and beverage company. Duties: Merchandise store shelving, coolers and displays with products in assigned accounts. Rotate products in the backroom and on the shelf. Transport products to and from backroom to shelf location. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have valid driver’s license with proof of insurance. Must have personal transportation.

 

Pay: $20.25/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG0977734

 

Friday December 26, 2025

 Job Title: Flagger Construction Laborer                                             City: Canastota, NY

Full time for an asphalt mixing plant. Duties: Perform tasks involving physical labor at construction sites. May operate hand and power tools of all types. Assist in setting up traffic work zones and flagging. Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. Class A CDL restricted with proper endorsements preferred.

Pay: $40.65/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1552101

 

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Featured Jobs and Training Opportunities - December 19, 2025

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The end of December is quickly approaching, but that won’t stop the opportunities for finding new jobs and learning new skills! Here are new featured job opportunities and some valuable training events you may want to attend!

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 12-15-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 12-16-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 12-17-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 12-18-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 12-19-2025

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

  • 1/6/25 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 12:00PM and is located at the Utica Career Center, 207 Genesee Street, Utica, NY. 
  • 1/8/25 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 12:30PM and is located at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 North Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. 
  • 1/14/26 – Upstate Caring Partners Recruitment from 10:00AM – 12:00PM at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 North Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. Save the date!
  • 1/21/26 – Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair 11:00AM – 2:00PM. Save the date!
  • 1/22/26 – 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. Save the date!
  • USPS – Virtual Job Fairs every Thursday from 11:00AM – 1:00PM.

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

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Workforce Development Board/Working Solutions Holiday Hours

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Happy Holidays!

The Workforce Development Board at 209 Elizabeth Street, Utica, NY, will be closed from December 24, 2025 - January 1, 2026 and will reopen on January 2, 2026.

Herkimer Working Solutions will be closed December 25, 2025 and January 1, 2026.

Utica Working Solutions (207 Genesee Street, Utica, NY)  will be closed December 25, 2025 and January 1, 2026.

Madison County Working Solutions will be closed December 24 and December 25, 2025 and January 1, 2026.

 

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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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