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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.

General Laborer/Construction Hiring Event - August 22, 2023

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Entry-level pay starts at $20 per hour and increases from there depending on experience.

Vecino Construction Group is hiring immediately for entry-level general laborer ACTION Squad teammates!

ACTION (Advancing Construction Trades in Our Neighborhoods) is a unique part of Vecino Construction. The program helps locate and provide an opportunity in construction to individuals who might otherwise find it difficult to apply and get started. The ACTION Squad is the starting place for a job and—potentially—a career in construction.

WHEN: Tuesday, August 22nd, from 10:00am to Noon

WHERE: 700 Broad Street, Utica, NY

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements include:
• High School diploma
• OSHA 10 training

The role of the Laborer is to execute general construction labor tasks as assigned by the Superintendent, Project Manager and/or Project Executive. Other duties will include day to day punch lists and projects, along with enforcing OSHA standard safety protocol.

Learn More About Job Responsibilities. *This position does not require a driver's license or travel. 

Learn More About the Vecino Construction Group entry-level ACTION (Advancing Construction Trades in Our Neighborhoods) Squad opportunity. 

(Must be 18 or older to apply.)

Read the Press Release

 

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Apprenticeship Business Developer (ABD) Opportunity - North Country and Central NY Region

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The State University of New York Office of Community Colleges and the Education Pipeline is seeking a personable, organized, and self-directed professional with strong skills in communication for the position of Apprenticeship Business Developer (ABD) in the expanded SUNY Apprenticeship Program. This position will report to the Director of Workforce Development. The primary role of the Apprenticeship Business Developer is to grow apprenticeships in manufacturing, healthcare and other non-construction sectors.  

This is a remote position that will service and travel within the North Country and Central NY regions. The counties covered are: Clinton, Franklin, St Lawrence, Essex, Hamilton, Lewis, Herkimer, Jefferson, Oswego, Saratoga, Warren and Washington Counties.

 

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Just In: New Job Opportunities in Herkimer County

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Career opportunities at Herkimer County Social Services and Herkimer College:

Herkimer County Social Services:

Principal Social Welfare Examiner

Senior Social Welfare Examiner

Social Welfare Examiner

At Herkimer College:

Building Maintenance Mechanic

Groundskeeper

 

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Mercers Dairy in Boonville is Currently Looking for a CDL-A Driver

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Hourly pay is $26 per hour.

Route is primarily to NYC -  Applicants must be comfortable with city driving.

Employer pays 50% of health insurance for employees. 

Apply by submitting this application to

 

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FREE Virtual Workshops this week from the NYS Department of Labor - Aug.14 - Aug. 18, 2023

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Plus, you can chat with an Employment Counselor too!

 

Aug 14

11 am - Learning About Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)
11 am - Resume Tips & Tricks for those with Justice Involvement
1pm - Roadmap to Getting Hired

Aug 15

11 am - SUNY For All- Online Training Center
11 am - Self-Motivation
1 pm - Career Assessment & Exploration

Aug 16
11 am - Using Age to Your Advantage
1 pm - Transferable Skills
1 pm An Overview of ACCES-VR Services

Aug 17

11 am Advanced Resume Development/Skills Based Resume Writing
1 pm Networking
1 pm SUNY Microcredentials

Aug 18

1 pm Chat with an Employment Counselor

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See More Upcoming Events Here

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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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Working Solutions
209 Elizabeth Street
Utica, New York 13501

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