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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.

MVHS Post Acute Services Open House and Hiring Expo: December 6, 2023

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Hiring both Clinical and Non-Clinical candidates and welcome RN's, LPN's, CNA's, Food Service , Housekeeping and PCT applicants. On the spot offers will be made to qualified candidates.

WHEN:

Wednesday, December 6, 2023
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

WHERE:

Center for Rehabilitation and
Continuing Care (CRCCS)
1650 Champlin Avenue, Utica

Included at this event:
• Raffles and Giveaways
• Tours of the CRCCS facility
• Meet and Greet Hiring Managers
• On-the-Spot Interviews and Job Offers.

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Herkimer Working Solutions Mini Job Fair: December 15, 2023 and Preview Workshop December 8th!

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You're invited to the Herkimer Working Solutions Mini Career Fair on December 15th and the Preview Workshop on December 8th!

When: Friday, December15, 2023, 1pm-3pm

Where: 320 N. Prospect St. Herkimer, NY 13350

Preview Workshop will be held on Friday, December 8th from 2pm-3pm


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Questions? Call 315-867-1400

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Mister Mike’s Gyros is hiring a Line Cook and a Cashier/Expeditor in New Hartford

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Immediate need and Willing to Train.

 

Line Cook

Part time for Mister Mike's Gyros in New Hartford, NY.

Days and Hours: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. 11 am to 7 pm. Approximately 29 hours per week.

Duties: Prepare food to order in a busy Greek restaurant. The Line Cook would be responsible for the setup and break down of the grill and cleaning of the appliances such as stove and fryers, and any other dishes. The Line Cook would be responsible for making sure these items are cleaned nightly.

Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. No experience necessary. Business is willing to train the right individual.

Pay: $15.00-$18.00/hour based on experience plus tips. Benefits include vacation and holiday pay.

To apply, email your qualifications and contact information to or stop by in person during business hours to complete an application at 50 Kellogg Road, New Hartford, NY 13413.

 

Cashier/Expeditor

Part time for Mister Mike's Gyros in New Hartford, NY.

Days and Hours: Work days may vary. Shift: 11 am to 7 pm. Approximately 29 hours per week.

Duties: Open the restaurant by turning on lights, music, and TV's. Tables all must be wiped down and napkin holders restocked. Wipe down front windows, soda coolers, and counters. Be able to take over the phone orders and cash out customers in the restaurant. Being able to multi task is a must.

Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. No experience necessary. Business is willing to train the right individual.

Pay: $15.00-$18.00/hour based on experience plus tips. Benefits include vacation and holiday pay.

To apply, email your qualifications and contact information to or stop by in person during business hours to complete an application at 50 Kellogg Road, New Hartford, NY 13413.

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Featured Job Opportunities and Upcoming Hiring Events - November 22, 2023

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Hiring Events

  • 11/28/23-Free 7 County Virtual Job Fair. The job fair will take place Tuesday, November 28, 2023, from 11:00am to 1:00pm. There will be staff available from Working Solutions’ training grant programs to talk to job seekers about how our free grant programs can help them get started in a satisfying and good paying career. Register today! The combined registration link for businesses and job seekers is: https://pvapi.premiervirtual.com/s/W991qW (Job Seekers select: "Attendee") 
  • 11/28/23-New York State Office of Mental Health Nurse Recruitment at 1:30 pm via WebEx. Now hiring RNs, LPNs and soon to be Nursing Graduates. Register today at https://tinyurl.com/OMHVirtualNurseFair
  • 11/29/23-The US Postal Service is holding a hiring workshop from 10 am to 2 pm at the Post Office at 100 Pitcher Street, Utica. Stop in and apply for any of their openings in Utica and the surrounding areas with onsite assistance.
  • 12/4/23-Carpenter’s Local #277 is hiring both apprentice and journeyman carpenters. With lots of big construction projects coming up in the local area, this is a great opportunity to earn good money while you learn skills that will last a lifetime. Don’t miss the Apprenticeship Information Session Monday, December 4, 2023, at 6 pm in the first- floor conference room at the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street. Please be on time and use the Genesee Street entrance. 
  • 12/6/23-HP Hood is holding a Career Fair from 1 pm to 4 pm at 588 Broad Street Oneida. Bring your resume and be ready to impress. 
  • 12/7/23-Free computer training at Herkimer Working Solutions 320 N. Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY 13350. Learn Basic Computer Skills, Internet Basics, Career Search Skills, and Microsoft Word and Excel. For more information contact Herkimer Working Solutions at 315-867-1400.
  • 12/19/23- Save the date for the Central/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair from 11 am to 2 pm. More information coming soon.
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WKTV-2 "Back 2 Work" Job Opportunities - November 22, 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 November 27, 2023 

Job Title: Accountant                                                                           City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a not-for-profit agency serving people with disabilities. Duties: Prepare reconciliations, reports, and journal entries; Assist in annual audit preparations and contribute to various daily accounting activities. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field and three or more years of accounting experience. Non-Profit experience preferred. Experience using MS Dynamics GP is a plus.

 

Pay: $40,000-$50,000/year. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DF7295203

 

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Monday November 27, 2023 

Job Title: Case Manager                                                                      City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time, for a workforce development agency. Duties: Recruit and oversee training or employment placement of participants. Coordinate services with partner training providers and employers. Requirements: Bachelor's degree preferred, or relevant work experience working with people with disabilities and disadvantaged backgrounds.

Pay: $45,000-$50,000 year. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1481463

 

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Tuesday November 28, 2023 

Job Title: Firearms Associate                                                              City:  Utica, NY

 

Full time for a sporting goods store. Duties: Manage counter sales and customer service for firearms along with floor and counter sales of other hunting merchandise. Requirements:  High School Diploma or equivalent. Must be 21 years of age or older and have product knowledge of firearms and ammunition as well as ATF Federal and State Regulations.

  Pay: $16.00. - $21.50/hour. Benefits                                                   Job Order # DF7295617

 

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Tuesday November 28, 2023

Job Title: School Van Driver                                                                City: Rome, NY

 

Full time, for local bus transportation company. Duties: Drive school busses to get students to and from school safely.  Requirements:  Must be at least 21 years old and have held a valid driver's license for at least 3 years. DOT drug testing and physical required. No experience necessary. Training provided.

Pay: $18.50-$19.00/hour. Sign on Bonus. Benefits.                              Job Order # DF7296096

 

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Wednesday November 29, 2023

Job Title: Cashier/Expeditor                                                                   City: New Hartford, NY

 

Part time, days for a local restaurant. Duties: Follow procedures to open the restaurant. Take over- the- phone orders and cash out customers.  Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. No experience necessary. Business is willing to train the right individual. Must be able to multi-task.

 

Pay: $15.00-$18.00/hour.                                                                      Job Order # NY1479886

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Wednesday November 29, 2023

Job Title: Mechanical Inspector                                                           City: Frankfort, NY

 

Full time, for a progressive precision machine shop. Duties: Inspect and measure parts to ensure they meet quality standards. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent and a minimum of 2 years’ experience. Must have manual inspection experience and the ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings. Experience using optical comparators and measure scopes a plus.

 

Pay: $17.00-$22.00/hour. Benefits                                                        Job Order # NY1481490

 

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Thursday November 30, 2023

Job Title: HVAC Installer                                                                     City: West Winfield, NY           

 

Full time for a company specializing in home efficiency products and services. Duties: Remove old heating systems and install new energy efficient ones. Perform routine maintenance on HVAC equipment.  Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent and at least 2 years of HVAC experience. Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to lift 50 lbs.

Pay: $18.00 - $30.00/hour. Benefits.                                                     Job Order # NY1481567

 

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Thursday November 30, 2023

Job Title: Health Statistician                                                                City: Wampsville, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a county agency. Job Duties: Plan and implement data analysis systems to investigate the nature and extent of health care needs and evaluate proposed or existing health services. Requirements: A Master’s degree in Public Health or a closely related field OR a Bachelor’s degree in Statistics or a closely related field with 2 years’ experience in public health research or biostatistical analysis.

Pay: $57,057/year. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1481394

 

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Friday December 1, 2023

Job Title: Billing Specialist                                                                  City:  Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a property management company. Duties: Process billing information using specified software and submit invoices to clients. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in related field of study preferred. Minimum of 2 to 5 years of experience in a billing department required. Experience with Sage Intacct accounting software preferred.

 

Pay: $21.00-$25.00/hour. Benefits.                                                      Job Order # NY1481483

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Friday December 1, 2023

Job Title: Human Resources Clerk                                                      City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a rehabilitation and nursing center. Duties: Respond to inquiries regarding general human resources issues. Maintain employee records and files Ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws and regulations. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent and familiarity with human resources databases, Content Management Software and Microsoft Office required.

 Pay: $16.00--$19.00/hour. Benefits                                                      Job Order # DF7303501

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