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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.

WKTV - 2 “Back to Work” Job Opportunities for Aug. 14 – Aug. 18, 2023

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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 August 14, 2023

Job Title: Head Teacher                                                                      City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a local childcare facility. Duties: Complete daily lesson plans and oversee the day- to- day operations of the classroom. Requirements: Associates Degree in Child Development and a Child Development Associate credential. Bachelor's Degree preferred. Must have one year of experience with children 18 months to 2 1/2 years.

Pay: $15.50-$16.50/hour.                                                                      Job Order # NY1474421

 

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Monday August 14, 2023

Job Title: Inventory Control Supervisor                                               City: Rome, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time, third shift for a local distribution center. Duties: Supervise up to 10 associates. Oversee the direction, coordination, and evaluation of Inventory Control workflows. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Must have 2 years of warehouse or distribution center experience including one year of supervisory experience.

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits.                                                           Job Order # DF6706440

 

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Tuesday August 15, 2023

Job Title: Assembly Line Worker                                                         City: Oneida, NY

 

Full time for a growing, locally owned food manufacturer. Duties: Monitor the assembly lines and perform hand-assembly tasks like capping or labeling, as well as boxing and palletizing. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must be able to stand for 8 hours, lift up to 20 pounds repetitively and possess reliable transportation to work daily. No experience necessary. This is an entry level position.

 

Pay: $16.50/hour. Benefits.                                                                  Job Order # NY1474449

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Tuesday August 15, 2023

Job Title: Mini Job Fair Tomorrow                                                      City: Utica, NY

 

There will be a mini job fair at Utica Working Solutions, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor tomorrow-Wednesday, August 16th, from 11 am to 1 pm. Don’t miss out on both entry level and advanced opportunities with some of the Mohawk Valley’s top employers in Distribution, Healthcare, Advanced Manufacturing and more. For more information contact the Working Solutions Career Center at 315-793-2229.

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Wednesday August 16, 2023

Job Title: Call Center Representative                                                 City: Rome, NY

 

Part time, 20-29 hours per week, remote capable position for a local credit union. Duties: Manage a high volume of inbound and outbound calls. Serve members by making determinations; answering inquires; resolving problems; fulfilling requests; and maintaining account data. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent and one year of customer services experience.

 

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits                                                            Job Order # DF6688226

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Wednesday August 16, 2023

Job Title: Warehouse Associate                                                          City: Frankfort, NY      

 

Full time for a home improvement store’s distribution center. Duties: Load and unload trucks, move material within the facility and from the loading platform. Operate forklifts or other machinery for loading, unloading, sorting, staging, and transporting products. Requirements: Warehouse, distribution center, or related experience preferred. Forklift experience a plus.

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits.                                                           Job Order # DF6674347

 

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Thursday August 17, 2023

Job Title: Junior Financial Analyst                                                      City: Rome, NY

 

Full time, for IT and Cybersecurity consulting firm. Duties: Assist in evaluating and maintaining all financial data for contracts from set-up and reporting to invoicing and contract close-out. Support internal, external and government audits as required. Requirements: Associate degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or a related discipline and 2 years' experience in Finance or Accounting.

 

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits.                                                           Job Order # DF6690935

 

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Thursday August 17, 2023

Job Title: Branch Service Manager                                                               City: Clinton, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for an agricultural equipment dealership. Job Duties: Manage service repairs and assign jobs and work areas to employees. Responsible for hiring, training and development of service personnel Requirements: Bachelor's degree preferred. 3 years of equipment industry or service experience required.

 

Pay: $70,000.00 - $75,000.00 /year. Benefits.                                        Job Order # DF6706015

 

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Friday August 18, 2023

Job Title: Auto Technician                                                                   City: Mohawk, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a local auto repair shop. Duties: Perform NY State inspections, oil changes, brake repairs, alignments, and transmission changes. Requirements: Must have at least one year of experience. New York State driver's license and own tools required.

Pay: Negotiable based on experience.                                                           Job Order # NY1474502

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Friday August 18, 2023

Job Title: Dental Assistant                                                                   City: Utica, NY

 

Full time, entry-level position with a national brand dental practice. Duties: Assist during a variety of treatment procedures. Set-up and breakdown operatory post treatment. Manage infection control - prepare and sterilize instruments and equipment. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Paid training provided. Must complete training within required time frame.

Pay: $16.00-$17.00/hour. Benefits.                                                        Job Order # DF6705031

 

 

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Are you a woman looking to start a new career path?

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Have you ever wondered how something was made?

Do you want a career in a growing tech industry?

This 72-hour course introduces a wide-range of manufacturing processes, including safety, CNC Machining, hand tool usage, robotics, and lean manufacturing. Training will include skills that will help you grow professionally. Come learn about new job opportunities in the field!

Course details and learning outcomes:

No cost to participate.

Classes run Sept. 19th - Dec. 14th, 2023 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM.Tuesday classes are in-person at MVCC - Rome Campus. Thursday classes are online.

A $1,000 stipend will be given to participants that complete the course.

In this course, you will learn interview skills, how to set-up your LinkedIn account, and visit local manufacturer sites.

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FREE Virtual Workshops From the NYS Department of Labor - Week of August 7, 2023

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Plus you can chat with an Employment Counselor, too!

 

VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS

Aug 7

11 am - Learn New Skills with Coursera
1 pm - Social Media featuring LinkedIn
1pm - Public Speaking

Aug 8

11 am - Salary Negotiation
11 am - NYSDOL Training & Supportive Opportunities
1 pm - Interviewing Techniques

Aug 9

11 am - Time Management
11 am - Managing Job Loss & Moving On
1 pm - Resume Development

Aug 10

11 am Writing Effective Cover Letters
1 pm SNAP Overview
1 pm Civil Service

Aug 11

11 am Chat with an Employment Counselor

GO HERE TO LEARN MORE AND SIGN UP

GO HERE TO SEE MORE OPPORTUNITIES FROM THE NYS DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

 

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Utica Working Solutions Career Fair August 16, 2023

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You're invited to the Utica Working Solutions Mini Career Fair on Wednesday, August 16th, from 11am to 1pm.

 

ATTENDING BUSINESSES

First Choice Staffing
Community Wellness Partners
Mohawk Valley Health System
Wolfspeed
Walmart Distribution Center – Marcy

PLEASE BRING SEVERAL COPIES OF YOUR RESUME. PROFESSIONAL ATTIRE, PLEASE.

WHERE:

UTICA WORKING SOLUTIONS
207 Genesee Street, 2nd Floor
Utica, NY 13501

For more information about this event, contact James Bepko:

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The American Red Cross is Hiring in New Hartford: Donor Center Phlebotomist/Customer Service - Training Provided

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"By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network?
Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good!"

GO HERE TO LEARN MORE/APPLY

 

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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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Online resources and personal assistance by Advisers at the Working Solutions centers combine to help you maximize the tools needed for an effective job search.

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Working Solutions
209 Elizabeth Street
Utica, New York 13501

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