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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.

Ralston Supply Center is seeking Laborers in Canastota

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Ralston Supply Center located in Canastota is seeking laborers to work at their facility.

Minimum requirements: The selected candidates must be able to lift, stand for long periods of time, squat, bend, etc. in order to put up tents, tables and other equipment. Must be able to work flexible hours to include weekends as needed. Valid drivers license is preferred in order to drive a box truck from the warehouse to the site location.

Interested candidates should call Ralston Supply Center at 315.697.3135 located at 131 Dominick Bruno Blvd., Canastota NY 13032

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This Week: Free Virtual Workshops you can take from the NYS Department of Labor

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And you can chat with an Employment Counselor too!


June 5

11 am - Job Search Strategies
1 pm - Career Assessment and Exploration
1 pm - NYS DOL Training & Supportive Opportunities

June 6

11 am - Managing Job Loss & Moving On
11 am - Self-Motivation
1 pm - Writing Effective Cover Letters

June 7
11 am - An Overview of ACCES-VR Services
11 am - Exploring JobZone
1 pm  - Roadmap to Getting Hired

June 8

11 am -  Social Media Featuring LinkedIn
11 am  - SNAP Overview
1 pm  - Civil Service

June 9

11 am  - Interviewing Techniques
1 pm  - Chat with an Employment Counselor

GO HERE TO LEARN MORE AND SIGN UP

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WKTV-2 "Back 2 Work" Job Opportunities - June 5 - 9, 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 June 5, 2023

Job Title: Associate Material Handler                                                  City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a company that manufactures medical devices. Duties: Collect and deliver assigned component materials to the manufacturing floors. Ensure that all warehouse areas are organized, and stock is rotated. Requirements: Experience in material handling or warehousing strongly preferred. Must be able to lift up to 49 lbs.

 

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits.                                                           Job Order # DF6279864

 

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Monday June 5, 2023

Job Title: Summer Worksite Supervisor                                              City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Part time temporary employment, 20 hours per week, June through August. Duties: Oversee a group of 5 to 8 youth performing landscaping and maintenance tasks at various city housing authority work sites. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent and one year of work experience.

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Pay: $16.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1467943

           

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Tuesday June 6, 2023

Job Title: Maintenance Technician                                                     City: Frankfort, NY

 

Full time for a local distribution center. Duties: Perform maintenance and repair on various equipment and systems. Requirements: At least 2 years of experience required. High School Diploma is preferred. A Technical or Trade school certificate is preferred. Any suitable combination of education and experience will be considered.

 

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits.                                                           Job Order # DF6283021

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Tuesday June 6, 2023

Job Title: Machine Operator                                                                City: Rome, NY

Full time, day shift. Duties: Packaging and labeling material for loading and distribution, working with hand tools, wrenches, banding equipment, and screw guns. Requirements: Experience in manufacturing required. Experience in forklift and overhead crane operations are helpful but not required. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a continual basis.

 

Pay: Base pay starts at $18.75/hour. Benefits                                       Job Order # DF6287781

 

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Wednesday June 7, 2023

Job Title: Lead Cook                                                                          City: Clinton, NY

 

Full time for a long-term care facility with opportunities for career advancement. Duties: Prepare, portion, and serve food according to standardized recipes and menus. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent and one year of experience.

Pay: $18.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                  Job Order # DF6275581

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Wednesday June 7, 2023

Job Title: Communications Specialist 2                                               City: Oneida, NY

 

Full time for a state police agency. Duties: Create dispatch schedules, train and supervise new employees, and administer staff performance programs. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent and three years of experience as a Dispatcher. Emergency Medical Dispatch and Basic Communicator certifications preferred.

Pay: $53,262-$64,693/year. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DF6284515                                                                                                                                                                                             

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Thursday June 8, 2023

Job Title: Office Manager                                                                    City: Morrisville, NY

 

Full time for a local college. Duties: Develop and monitor department budgets. Interview, hire and train support staff. Draft correspondence for department head's signature. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of experience in business administration, contracts, or a related area. Experience with New York State procurement a plus.

 

Pay: $50,000-$60,000/year. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DF6282943                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

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Thursday June 8, 2023

Job Title: Production Operator                                                                      City: Dolgeville, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a company that manufactures adaptive equipment for children with special needs. Duties: This is an entry level position. Company will train candidates to operate machines, transfer raw materials and completed products as part of a continuous flow manufacturing process. Requirements: High School diploma or the equivalent required. Must be able to lift 50lbs. Opportunity for advancement.

 

Pay: $15.00/hour. Benefits                                                                   Job Order # DF6026174

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Friday June 9, 2023

Job Title: Director of Environmental Services                                     City: Oriskany, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a long-term care facility. Duties: Provide direction, leadership, and management oversight to the Maintenance, Housekeeping and Laundry Departments. Requirements: Associates Degree and 3 to 5 years’ experience. Related experience will be considered. Must have a driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Pay: Competitive salary. Benefits.                                                      Job Order # NY1468301

                                                                       

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Friday June 9, 2023

Job Title: Injection Molding Technician                                              City: Oneida, NY        

 

Full time, 3rd shift, for a custom plastics manufacturer. Duties: Set up and operate an injection molding machine. Check end products for quality. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent and two years of manufacturing experience. Injection molding experience preferred.

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits.                                                           Job Order # NY1468103

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Wilcor Recruitment at Herkimer Working Solutions - June 8, 2023

"#1 in Vacation Products, Providing Family Fun absolutely everywhere!"

Hiring:
Administrative Assistant
Maintenance and Warehouse Workers
Accounts Receivable 

Come and talk to recruiters to work for this family-owned local business!!!

When: Thursday, June 8th, from 10am -Noon

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

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Bassett Healthcare Navigator on site at each of these events to assist with health insurance.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

 

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Featured Events and Hiring Events - June 2, 2023

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Great things are happening:

Featured Job Opportunities

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 5/30/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 6/1/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 6/2/2023

Featured Hiring Events

Here are some events you can look forward to in June:

  • 6/5/23—North Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters (Local 277) is holding and information session for Apprentice and Journeyman looking to join the Union. The information session starts promptly at 6 pm in the conference room on the 1st floor of the State Office Building, 207 Genesee St. Utica. Attendees should use the Genesee St. entrance.
  • 6/6/23—Student and Community Job Fair at Central Valley Academy in Ilion from 1 pm to 4 pm.
  • 6/7/23—Free Six County Virtual Job Fair from 11 am to 1 pm featuring businesses from Herkimer, Madison, Oneida, Chenango, Delaware, and Otsego counties. 
  • 6/7/23—NY State Office of Mental Health is having a Career Fair from 11 am to 6 pm at 9005 Old River Road in Marcy. Now hiring food service workers, social workers, recreation therapists, secure care treatment aides, environmental services workers, nurses and many other job titles. For more information, email 
  • June 8th from 10 am to 12 pm Herkimer Working Solutions will be hosting  a representative from Wilcor International. They will be hoping to hire an Administrative Assistant, an Accounts Receivable Clerk and Maintenance and Warehouse workers. 
  • 6/21/23—In Person Mini Job Fair from 11 am to 1 pm at Utica Working Solutions. Businesses attending include Department of Transportation, Walmart, DOCCS, BOCES OHM, McCraith Beverages, The Neighborhood Center, The Nurse Connection Staffing, Standard Heating/ Cooling, Central New York Psychiatric Center, International Paper, Remet Corp, Visions Hotels, HTC, OPWDD, Sturges, and Walgreens.
  • 6/22/23—Central/Mohawk Valley Virtual Career Fair 11 am to 2 pm
  • Pratt & Whitney HMI Interview Day in Clayville, NY is each Wednesday; Must apply online at https://www.Careers.RTX.com and receive invite from business.
  • Walmart in Utica and New Hartford is holding open interviews on Tuesdays at 5 pm at the Utica Walmart and Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11 am at the New Hartford Walmart. A flyer is attached.
  • Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center is hiring Food Service and Environmental Services workers. No experience needed. To find out more call 315-738-4425.
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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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