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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.

Open Interviews: Fiber Instrument Sales

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Fiber Instrument Sales is holding open interviews for entry level positions at the Workforce Development Board, 209 Elizabeth St., Utica, NY, on Wednesday 5/27 from 930am-1130am.

 Check in on the 2nd floor when you arrive.

Questions? Call Caitlin McSorley 315-207-6951 ext. 145

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - May 18, 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 "DG" - Contact your local Working Solutions Career Center

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Monday May 18, 2026 

Job Title: Accountant                                                                          City: Rome, NY

Full time for a government department. Duties: Provide professional accounting services, management advice, and assistance to supported internal and external customers and organizations. Requirements: Three years of generalized experience, of which one year is equivalent to performing duties that support the processing of financial/accounting transactions using standardized procedures.

Pay: $40,736 - $101,375/year. Benefits.                                               Job Order # NY1622218

 

Monday May 18, 2026 

Job Title: Human Resources Generalist                                              City: Camden, NY

Full time for a manufacturer. Duties: Responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level for the assigned location(s) while working closely with the HR Team in supporting company operations. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in human resources management with 1-3 years of HR experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

Pay: $58,000 - $70,000/year. Benefits.                                                 Job Order # NY1628219     

 

Tuesday May 19, 2026 

Job Title: Swimming Pool Sales Representative                                 City: Oneida, NY

Full time for a swimming pool supply store. Duties: Test pool & spa water. Sell chemicals, parts & supplies. Help customers find the right products. Answer phones, emails & texts. Gather customer info for pool, spa & service leads. Keep store clean, organized & stocked. Requirements: Strong work ethic and show up every day.

Pay: $16.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1622470

 

Tuesday May 19, 2026

Job Title: Senior Custodian                                                                 City: Utica, NY

Full time for a public institution. Duties: Responsible for the supervision of cleaning, maintenance, and heating activities of a building or buildings. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent with 2 years of experience in building cleaning and maintenance work, or experience in any of the standard mechanical or construction trades; or 3 years of experience.

Pay: $39,915/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # NY1628987

 

Wednesday May 20, 2026

Job Title: Resident Aide                                                                      City: Herkimer, NY

Full time for a medical clinic. Duties: Assist in transporting residents throughout the facility and to and from medical appointments as assigned. Assist in passing fluids and nourishment to residents after completing appropriate in-servicing under guidance of the LPN/Charge Nurse. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent.

Pay: $16.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG1534730

 

Wednesday May 20, 2026

Job Title: CNC Machine Programmer/Setup Operator                         City: Cazenovia, NY      

Full time for a specialized manufacturer of high precision electronic components. Duties: Program CNC Swiss machines using G-code and CAM (Mastercam, Esprit). Perform full setups (tooling, guide bushings, bar feeders). Requirements: 3+ years CNC Swiss machining experience. Strong G-code and GD&T knowledge. Experience with brass, aluminum, stainless, and plastics.

Pay: $20.00 - $40.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1627889

 

Thursday May 21, 2026

Job Title: Electrical Controls Engineer                                                City: Camden, NY

Full time for a manufacturer. Duties: Provide design, programming, commissioning, and technical support of automatic machine systems. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 2 years of experience. Must be able to read and interpret wiring diagrams. Must have familiarity with the National Electrical Code and machine safety standards.

Pay: $85,000 - $105,000/year. Benefits.                                               Job Order # NY1628981

 

Thursday May 21, 2026

Job Title: Financial Management Analyst                                            City: Rome, NY

Full time for a government department. Duties: Manages programs and processes in order to ensure efficient and compliant execution of financial management resources. Prepare and deliver briefings, training sessions, consultations and strategy sessions with other staff service functions. Requirements: Must have related financial experience AND/OR a related financial degree.

Pay: $40,736 - $101,375/year. Benefits.                                               Job Order # NY1622222

 

Friday May 22, 2026

Job Title: Patient Access Representative                                            City: Herkimer, NY

Full time for a healthcare and well-being company. Duties: Communicate directly with patients to complete the registration process. Obtain the required demographical and insurance information to ensure proper billing/reimbursement to the hospital. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have at least 1 year of customer service. 

Pay: $16.00 - $27.69/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1541513

 

Friday May 22, 2026

Job Title: Universal Service Representative                                        City: Chittenango, NY

Full time for a credit union. Duties: Engage with members to guarantee a positive experience and develop strong member relationships. Complete transactions accurately to ensure a balanced drawer. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. A minimum of 3-5 years of customer service or call center experience.

Pay: $19.40 - $24.25/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1628226

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Featured Jobs and Training Opportunities - May 15 2026

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Discover new employment opportunities and avenues for skill development. below:

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

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JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

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 Thursday of the month starting at 2:00PM. Space is limited – call (315) 867-1400 to register.
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  • Herkimer Working Solutions Workforce Workshops – All Workshops will be held at 1:30PM on the dates listed in the attached flyer and will be held at the Herkimer Working Solutions, located at 320 N. Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. Come learn valuable skills needed to make your job search a success! Walk-ins welcome, call 315-867-1400 to learn more!
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  • Real Life Rosies Bootcamp – A great opportunity for women! Prepare for a career or Registered Apprenticeship in Modern Manufacturing. There is no cost to participate. Transportation and childcare are available. The next training runs June 8-August 26, 2026. The program is offered by the Manufacturers Talent Institute, NYS Department of Labor, and NYS Empire State Development. 
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Emilys Cleaning service is hiring a Part-Time Commercial Cleaner / Residential Cleaner in Utica

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Anticipated Start Date: 26 May 2026

Work Hours: 8am-4:30 pm

Will you accept related experience?: Yes

Will you accept a trainee?: Yes

Are you on a public transportation route?: No

Is a drivers license required?: Yes

Salary Range: 19.00 per hour for training

Pay Frequency: Weekly

Is salary negotiable?: No

Health Insurance?: No

Dental Insurance?: Yes

Paid Vacation?: No

Sick Leave?: Yes

Paid Holidays?: No

Retirement Plan?: Yes

 

Interview Contact Person (First & Last name): Jenny Richards

Email:

Website Address: https://emilyscleaningservice.com/

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Employer Training Series ADA/Disabilities Services Overview May 18th at 11 AM

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Join Ashley Paciello, Integrated Employment Specialist from ACCES-VR, and Sarah Preston, Disability Resource Coordinator from FMS Workforce Solutions and NY SCION for an overview of their programs. ACCES-VR is a vocational rehabilitation that assists individuals with disabilities to achieve and maintain employment and to support independent living, as well as assists employers with employing individuals with disabilities. NY SCION is a program from the NYS Department of Labor and stands for New York Systems Change and Inclusive Opportunities Network. The program consists of Disability Resource Coordinators placed around NYS work to support systems change within local workforce development areas so that individuals with disabilities are more effectively served. This consists of assisting individuals with disabilities, working with
employers and various organizations

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Herkimer County Department of Social Services is Hiring!

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Learn more at links:

CPS Caseworker

Title: Child Protective Services Caseworker Anticipated, Permanent Opening, Full Time Position
Salary: $56,592.00 (2026 base pay rate)

Typist

Title: Typist
Anticipated Permanent Opening, Full Time Position
Salary: $34,370.00 (2026 base pay rate)

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Featured Jobs and Training Opportunities - May 11, 2026

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Great new local job opportunities and free learning/hiring events you’ll want to attend. Mark your calendars!

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

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Birnie Bus Service now hiring Bus Drivers! Full-time or Part-time, $19.70 - $24.14 per hour. Paid Training provided – no experience needed! Located at 2486 State Route 12B, Hamilton, NY 13346. For more information call (315)824-1260 or visit Find Local Jobs - Student Transportation of America.

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

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 Thursday of the month starting at 2:00PM. Space is limited – call (315) 867-1400 to register.
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  • Herkimer Working Solutions Workforce Workshops – All Workshops will be held at 1:30PM on the dates listed in the at link and will be held at the Herkimer Working Solutions, located at 320 N. Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. Come learn valuable skills needed to make your job search a success! Walk-ins welcome, call 315-867-1400 to learn more!
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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - May 11, 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 "DG" - Contact your local Working Solutions Career Center

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Monday May 11, 2026 

Job Title: Member Service Representative                                          City: Utica, NY

Full time for a federal credit union. Duties: Serve as liaison between the member and the credit union. Provide account information by phone or in person, as well as information on the full range of credit union products and services. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent, 1-2 years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1623029

 

Monday May 11, 2026 

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 # DG1512259    

 

Tuesday May 12, 2026 

Job Title: Bus Driver                                                                          City: Rome, NY

Part time for a school bus service. Duties: Responsible for delivery of school buses to customers in a courteous, safe, and timely manner; ensuring compliance with all company policies, traffic laws, and state and federal transit regulations. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have valid CDL Class A or B for NYS.

Pay: $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG1512269

 

Tuesday May 12, 2026

Job Title: CNC Operator/Programmer                                                 City: Rome, NY

Full time for a machine shop. Duties: Set-up and manage CNC machines to perform different jobs including drilling, grinding, and milling. Requirements: Computer savvy with basic understanding of computer programming and g codes. Must be skilled in operating CNC machinery and tooling as well as precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, depth micrometers, bore gauges, etc.

Pay: $25.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1624015

 

Wednesday May 13, 2026

Job Title: Marketing Assistant                                                             City: Frankfort, NY

Full time for a wholesale distributor. Duties: Candidate would be an integral part of catalog design and production, creating flyers and pages for customers and sales representatives. Requirements: Knowledge of digital marketing, computer skills to include Apple and PC operating systems, Indesign, Photoshop, and Adobe programs. Excellent communication skills, strong organization and software skills are a must.

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1620720

 

Wednesday May 13, 2026

Job Title: Food Service Helper                                                                        City: Oneida, NY     

Part time for a school district. Duties: Serves food, sets tables and clears them after meals. Fills sugar bowls and salt and pepper shakers. Polishes silverware, tables and chairs. Cleans dish and linen closets. Cleans, washes and otherwise prepares vegetables and fruit for cooking. Requirements: Must be over 18 years of age.

Pay: $16.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1622243

 

Thursday May 14, 2026

Job Title: Machine Operator                                                                City: Rome, NY

Full time for a bank holding company. Duties: Demonstrate proper work methods and procedures with use of tools and equipment. Run written CNC programs or operate Kasto saws undefined. Produce a number of uncomplicated parts that shows good faith in obtaining the desired production rate and quality. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.

Pay: $21.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG1516470

 

Thursday May 14, 2026

Job Title: Gallery Guard                                                                      City: Utica, NY

Full time for an art institute. Duties: Ensure the safety and security of Institute visitors, staff, faculty, students, art collection and museum buildings by protecting against theft, vandalism, and fire. Respond to visitor/employee needs and inquiries in a professional and courteous manner and respond quickly with professional judgement in emergencies. Requirements: Must have New York State Guard License.

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1512370

 

Friday May 15, 2026

Job Title: Weekend Server                                                                  City: Little Falls, NY

Part time for an American restaurant. Duties: Greet and serve customers in a friendly, professional manner. Take accurate food and beverage orders. Prepare and serve coffee and other beverages. Deliver food promptly and ensure customer satisfaction. Requirements: Strong communication and customer service skills required. Previous serving experience preferred. 

Pay: $10.70/hour plus tips.                                                                  Job Order # NY1623004

 

Friday May 15, 2026

Job Title: Commercial Driver                                                              City: Oneida, NY

Part time for an auto parts store. Duties: Drive company-provided vehicles, ensuring safe and timely deliveries of automotive parts to commercial customers. Load and unload parts accurately per route schedules. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have a valid driver’s license. Must be at least 18 years of age. Previous experience in automotive retail.

Pay: $16.00 - $16.28/hour.                                                                   Job Order # DG1519482

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The Workforce Development Board is Hiring Case Managers in Utica for our Grant Projects!

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The Case Manager will be responsible for recruitment, intake and case management of participants; oversee training and/or employment placement of participants; and coordinate services with partner training providers and employers.

Desired Skills/Abilities:

Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to counsel and coach with skill and success.
Ability to collaborate and maintain positive working relationshi s with others.
Understanding of local, state, and federal agencies and their policies.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Extremely organized and meticulous with details.
Excellent project management skills and ability to prioritize work and resources.
Ability to meet deadlines.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in related field preferred, or relevant work experience.
Experience in human services.
Demonstrated commitment to customer service.
Experience working with people with disabilities, previously incarcerated individuals and disadvantaged backgrounds.

Details and Benefits:

Typical working hours are 8:30 AM-4:30 PM, one-hour lunch with some flexibility allowed.
35-hour work week
401 K Matching up to 6% of salary
Health and Dental, and an HRA
Two weeks' vacation
6 days each of sick and personal time
At least 14 paid holidays

Salary Range: $45,000-50,000

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Please send your reswne and cover letter to

 

 

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WDB Apprenticeship Newsletter - May/June 2026

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Don't Miss the Last Edition of our RADAR apprenticeship newsletter!

 

Read about our success as we wind down the program. 

 

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Turbo Machine Products Open Interview Event - May 20, 2026

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Meet the team, learn about opportunities, and interview on the spot!

Hiring Event Information
Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Time: 11am-1pm

Location: Workforce Development Board
209 Elizabeth St. Utica

For more information, contact 

Caitlin McSorley 

315-207-6951 ext. 145 

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Herkimer County is hiring a Senior Recording Clerk

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Permanent Opening, Full Time Position
Salary: $38,371.00 (2026 base pay rate)

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Herkimer County Sheriff’s Department is hiring a Correction Services Coordinator and Clerk

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Correction Services Coordinator
Anticipated Permanent Opening, Full Time Position

Salary: $40,767.00 (2026 base pay rate)

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Clerk
Anticipated Permanent Opening, Full Time Position

Salary: $34,805.00 (2026 base pay rate)

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Featured Jobs and Training Opportunities - May 4, 2026

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Welcome to a new month full of opportunities! Explore the list below to find great events and training opportunities to advance your career:

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

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JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

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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  • Spring WERCshop Series – The Women’s Employment and Resource Center at 502 Court Street, Suite 234, Utica is offering their Spring WERCshop Series. If you are unemployed, or under employed and actively seeking employment, this is a great opportunity to learn Computer Basics, Keyboarding, Resumes, & more! Limited Seats, Register Now! 
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  • Herkimer Working Solutions Workforce Workshops – All Workshops will be held at 1:30PM on the dates listed in the at link and will be held at the Herkimer Working Solutions, located at 320 N. Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. Come learn valuable skills needed to make your job search a success! Walk-ins welcome, call 315-867-1400 to learn more!
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  • Real Life Rosies Bootcamp – A great opportunity for women! Prepare for a career or Registered Apprenticeship in Modern Manufacturing. There is no cost to participate. Transportation and childcare are available. The next training runs June 8-August 26, 2026. The program is offered by the Manufacturers Talent Institute, NYS Department of Labor, and NYS Empire State Development.
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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - May 4, 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 "DG" - Contact your local Working Solutions Career Center

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Monday May 4, 2026 

Job Title: Cook                                                                                    City: Rome, NY

Part time for a bar and restaurant. Duties: Prepare and cook menu items including wings, pizza, and other simple dishes. Manage kitchen operations independently during shifts. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen. Requirements: Reliable with dependable transportation. Previous kitchen experience preferred.

Pay: $17.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1617592

 

Monday May 4, 2026 

Job Title: Kiln Operator                                                                       City: Herkimer, NY

Full time for a metal industry supplier. Duties: Review a work order, set the kiln temperature based on the materials involved and order specifications, then load the kiln with material. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Prior powered industrial lift truck certification/operation of at least one year preferred.

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1622515     

 

Tuesday May 5, 2026 

Job Title: Housekeeper                                                                       City: Oriskany, NY

Full time for a nursing home. Duties: Clean resident rooms and common areas of facility using cleaning chemicals. Sweep, mop, dust and refill containers for paper products. will be required to stand on ladder no more than 3 feet above floor for dusting, curtains etc. Requirements: Must be at least 16 years of age. High school diploma or the equivalent preferred.

Pay: $16.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1621924

 

Tuesday May 5, 2026

Job Title: Count Room Associate                                                        City: Vernon, NY

Full time for a casino hotel. Duties: Perform the tasks of collecting slot machines and table games drop boxes; counting and strapping currency contained in the drop boxes; and organizing other paperwork and entering data into a computer. Requirements: High school diploma or GED required. Must be detail oriented and comfortable following company policies, procedures and controls without question.

Pay: $16.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG1506372

 

Wednesday May 6, 2026

Job Title: Shipping/Receiving                                                             City: Herkimer, NY

Full time for a company that specializes in revert management. Duties: Oversee inbound shipments for safe unloading practices, correct physical inventory movement, and correct data transfer. Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent required, two years of production experience and a college degree preferred. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1622517

 

Wednesday May 6, 2026

Job Title: CDL A Driver                                                                       City: Canastota, NY      

Full time for a metal fabrication company. Duties: Transport and deliver materials as instructed. Requirements: Must possess a CDL A license with five years of verifiable experience. Candidates cannot have any serious traffic violations within the last five years or any DUI/DWI violations within ten years. Must be able to deliver freight to and from Canada as required.

Pay: $65,000/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # NY1619882

 

Thursday May 7, 2026

Job Title: Personal Shoppers                                                              City: Rome, NY

Part time for a retailer corporation. Duties: Provide customer service by acknowledging the customer; identifying customer needs; assisting with purchasing decisions; resolving customer issues and concerns. Fulfill customer orders by reviewing orders; locating, preparing, and packaging merchandise; ensuring the accuracy of orders prior to pick up. Requirements: Must be at least 16 years of age.

Pay: $16.00 - $29.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1619590

 

Thursday May 7, 2026

Job Title: Relationship Banking Associate                                          City: Rome, NY

Full time for a financial services holding company. Duties: Deliver high quality customer service and responsiveness to ensure fulfillment and satisfaction of both internal and external customers. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have at least 1 year of experience in related banking positions or equivalent sales/customer service.

Pay: $18.50 - $20.81/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1502825

 

Friday May 8, 2026

Job Title: Project Manager/Estimator                                                  City: Frankfort, NY

Full time for a paving contractor. Duties: Managing variety of projects including municipal and residential projects. Responsibilities of contracts/subcontracts negotiations, job costs, planning, scheduling and change orders. Requirements: Must have at least 2 years of construction estimating experience. Must have experience with concrete and paving heavy highway construction. 

Pay: $70,000 - $115,000/year. Benefits.                                               Job Order # NY1622213

 

Friday May 8, 2026

Job Title: Cook I                                                                                  City: Morrisville, NY

Full time for a State University of New York. Duties: Immediate support for the upper-level cooks and chefs in the kitchen with specific responsibilities for food preparation with an emphasis on a quality product. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must possess ServSafe certification. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Pay: $18.75/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1619907

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Herkimer County Probation Department is hiring an Office Assistant I

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Anticipated Permanent Opening, Full Time Position

Salary: $35,127.00 (2026 base pay rate)

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WDB May Newsletter - 2026

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Don't miss our May newsletter. It is chock full of valuable news and opportunities for you! Including:

  • Success stories
  • FREE learning and training opportunities
  • Incentives for businesses
  • Job Fairs and Hiring events
  • Job Seeker Resources
  • Community News and Opportunities
  • And Lots more!

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WDB FREE Virtual Job Fair - May 19, 2026

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The Workforce Development Board is sponsoring a FREE virtual job fair on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, from 11am to 1pm.

All businesses and job seekers in Herkimer, Madison, Oneida counties are invited.
Job seekers and businesses can chat one-on-one on a virtual job fair platform that is easy to use.

REGISTER TODAY!

Businesses: Select "Organization"
Job Seekers: Select "Attendee"

If you have previously attended a job fair on the Premier Virtual platform your profile/booth remains on the system. Select log in.

There will be a preview period on Monday, May 18th starting at 8am: Job seekers can log in and preview jobs ahead of the job fair on Tuesday. There will be no business representatives in the booths at this time.

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Attending Businesses as of May 15th

Community Wellness Partners
NYS Office of Mental Health - Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center
GoNetspeed
Oneida County Personnel
Otsego County
Upstate Caring Partners
Merlin Mold & Manufacturing, Inc.
Masonic Care Community
Catholic Charities Oneida/Madison County
NYS Department of Civil Service Office of Diversity and Inclusion Management
NYS Office of Children and Family Services
First Choice Group LLC
Apex Medical Transportaion

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Herkimer County Department of Mental Health is hiring a Psychiatric Social Worker

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Anticipated Permanent Opening, Full Time Position

Salary:                 $72,628.00 (2026 base pay rate)

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Housing Visions is hiring a Maintenance Technician in Utica

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Description of products or services your business provides: Housing Visions develops, constructs, and manages real estate projects that revitalize communities. Specializing in complex financial structures and accessing diverse financing, we have successfully built and rehabilitated hundreds of buildings that include historic properties, adaptive reuse, urban infill, and new construction. Housing Visions serves diverse neighborhoods and residents including affordable workforce housing, special populations such as Veterans, survivors of domestic violence, and people in need of accessible housing.

Title of Job Opening: Maintenance Technician

Job Description: Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Technician will perform a wide variety of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, cleaning and general building maintenance and repair functions related to the care and maintenance of Housing Visions residential units. Occasional night and weekend hours also must take on call hours on rotation.

Anticipated Start Date: 11 May 2026

Reference/Security Check?: Yes

Job is:: Full Time

Work Hours: Mon - Thurs 7:00am-4:30pm and Friday 7am - 11:00am

Number of Years of Education Needed?: HS Diploma or GED

Specialized education required?: skilled in one or more trades

Years of Experience Required: 3 years

Will you accept related experience?: Yes

Are you on a public transportation route?: Yes

Is a drivers license required?: Yes

Salary Range: $21-$24/hour

Pay Frequency: Weekly

Is salary negotiable?: No

Health Insurance?: Yes

Dental Insurance?: Yes

Paid Vacation?: Yes

Sick Leave?: Yes

Paid Holidays?: Yes

Retirement Plan?: Yes

Job Location: Utica, NY

Street Address: 1229 Kemble Street , Utica

Interview Contact Person (First & Last name): Sandra Bradbury

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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.

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Working Solutions
209 Elizabeth Street
Utica, New York 13501

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

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