News

Working Solutions Blog

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.

Featured Jobs and Training Opportunities - April 13, 2026

Opportunities-FOR-FRONT-PAGE---OPTIMIZED

April showers seem to have arrived, bringing with them opportunities for finding new jobs and learning new skills. Here are some new job opportunities and valuable free events you’ll want to attend in April:

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 04-06-2026

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 04-07-2026

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 04-08-2026

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 04-09-2026

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 04-10-2026

 

NYS Department of Corrections and Community Services will be hosting an upcoming recruitment at the Herkimer Career Center, 320 N Prospect St., Herkimer on 4/15, the event runs from 10:00AM–12:00PM. Anyone interested about learning more about the Corrections positions are encouraged to attend the recruitment session.

WM – Join WM today for a sustainable tomorrow! WM is now hiring CDL Commercial ASL, Front Load Truck Drivers in Utica! Basic requirements include the ability to read, write, and speak English; understand traffic signs; 1 year of experience operating vehicle requiring a CDL or 1 year equivalent military driving within the last 7 years. Visit WM Careers 

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

  • 4/15/26 – Apprenticeship Expo from 1:00PM – 4:00PM at the Mohawk Valley Community College Rome Campus, 1101 Floyd Ave, Rome, NY 13440. 
  • 4/16/26 – Turning Stone Recruitment from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the North Utica Community Center, 50 Riverside Drive, Utica, NY 13502. 
  • 4/16/26 – Rome One Day Hiring Event from 11:00AM – 1:00PM at the Rome Alliance Church, 920 Turin Street, Rome, NY. 
  • 4/16/26 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 1:00PM directly following the Rome Community Job Fair located at the Rome Alliance Church, 920 Turin Street, Rome, NY. 
  • 5/5/26 – The Lake House Summer Hiring Event from 2:00PM – 6:00PM at The Lake House at Sylvan Beach, 301 Park Ave., Sylvan Beach, NY 13157. For more information visit: https://www.turningstoneenterprises.com/careers/hiring-events!
  • 5/13/26 – Mohawk Valley Women in Trades Day from 9:00AM – 1:00PM located at Empowered Pathways, 502 Court Street, Suite 234 in Utica. 
  • 5/14/26 – Turning Stone Recruitment from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the Madison County Working Solutions located at 133 N Court Street, Wampsville, NY 13163. Save the date!
  • 5/14/26 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 10:30AM at the Utica Career Center in the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor, Utica, NY 13501. 
  • 5/21/26 – In-person Mini Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the Utica Career Center in the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor, Utica, NY 13501. Save the date!
  • 5/27/26 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 1:00PM at the Herkimer Working Solutions Career Center, 320 North Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY 13350. 

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. 
  •  
  • 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!  
  •  
  • NYS DOCCS WERCshop – The Women’s Employment and Resource Center at 502 Court Street, Suite 234, Utica is offering a NYS DOCCS WERCshop with guest speaker Heather Wright! Registration required! Please email or call to register at or (315) 724-1718, Ext 104. 
  •  
  • Herkimer Working Solutions Workforce Workshops – All Workshops will be held at 1:30PM on the dates listed 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!
  •  
  •  
Continue reading

WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - April 13, 2026

back-2-work-OPTIMIZED-for-website

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

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Monday April 13, 2026 

Job Title: Personal Care Aide                                                              City: Utica, NY

Full time for a home healthcare service. Duties: Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting. Meal preparation and light housekeeping. Ensure comfort, dignity and protective oversight and supervision. Requirements: Valid NYS PCA Certification. Certified PCA, HHA, or CNA are welcome to apply. Pre-employment physical, other medical requirements in accordance with DOH regulations.

Pay: $18.65 - $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1613420

 

Monday April 13, 2026 

Job Title: Fry Cook                                                                              City: Sylvan Beach, NY

Part time for a seafood restaurant. Duties: Prepare and cook fried food items according to restaurant standards while maintaining consistency, quality, and speed. Ensure proper food handling, cleanliness, and adherence to kitchen safety protocols. Assist with prep and maintain organized workstations. Requirements: Prior experience preferred.

Pay: $18.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1613120     

 

Tuesday April 14, 2026 

Job Title: Quality Assistant                                                                City: Utica, NY

Full time for a food products supplier. Duties: Responsible for ensuring that work in progress and finished products meet the established safety and quality standards to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulatory requirements. Inspection of products and processes with the obligation to report and document findings. Requirements: Must have at least 1 year of quality assurance experience.

Pay: $19.84 - $21.06/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1613091

 

Tuesday April 14, 2026

Job Title: Motor Equipment Operator                                                  City: New Hartford, NY

Full time for a local highway department. Duties: Operate, maintain, and service motorized vehicles and heavy equipment. Requirements: Must have a valid CDL. 1 year of experience in the operation of medium or heavy duty, moderately complex, specialized motor equipment; OR 2 years of experience in the operation of light automotive equipment, such as a car, pick-up truck, panel truck or station wagon.

Pay: $22.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1613460

 

Wednesday April 15, 2026

Job Title: Receptionist                                                                        City: Frankfort, NY

Part time for a wholesale distributor. Duties: Answer phones with a cherry greeting and knowledgably pass on the calls to the proper parties. Greet customers and vendors that come in and have them properly sign in and out. Requirements: Must be able to efficiently do data entry and emails. Excel experience is a plus.

Pay: $17.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1612525

 

Wednesday April 15, 2026

Job Title: Machine Operator                                                                City: Canastota, NY      

Full time for a plastic injection molding service. Duties: Operate plastic injection machines according to job specific instructions daily. Clearly document start up scrap, production scrap, down time, etc., daily. Perform secondary work/assemblies such as gauging, trimming, inserting, etc. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent required. Must be at least 18 years of age.

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1612138

 

Thursday April 16, 2026

Job Title: Store Associate                                                                   City: New Hartford, NY

Full time for a discount grocery store chain. Duties: Process customer purchases, perform general cleaning duties, stock shelves and merchandise displays neatly. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Prior work experience in a retail environment preferred.

Pay: $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG1415709

 

Thursday April 16, 2026

Job Title: Cable Assembler                                                                 City: Rome, NY

Part time for a manufacturer. Duties: Accurate assembly of sub-electro and mechanical components for builds into higher level assemblies, build higher level assemblies according to written instructions, drawings and visual aids that comply with standards with minimal to zero defects. Requirements: Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time.

Pay: $19.75/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1613594

 

Friday April 17, 2026

Job Title: EDM Operator Assistant                                                      City: Herkimer, NY

Full time for a hand tool manufacturer. Duties: Help with the set-up and operation of Wire EDM machines. Perform maintenance on the Wire EDM machines. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must be able to read machine blueprints. Valid NYS driver’s license required. Experience is a plus, but training is also available. 

Pay: $41,600/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # NY1613095

 

Friday April 17, 2026

Job Title: Pharmacy Customer Service Associate                              City: Chittenango, NY

Full time for a drugstore chain. Duties: Registers sales on assigned cash register, provides customers with courteous, fair, friendly, and efficient checkout service. Use pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions. Requirements: Prefer six months of experience in a retail environment. Prefer the knowledge of store inventory control. Prefer PTCB certification.

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # DG1408804

Continue reading

NYS Court Officer-Trainee (JG-16) Exam Registration Filing Open

coff

Become a New York State Court Officer & play a vital role in keeping New York’s courts safe!

NOW OPEN STATEWIDE: NYS COURT OFFICER-TRAINEE (JG-16) EXAM REGISTRATION

Registration is now open for the NYS Court Officer-Trainee (JG-16) open-competitive civil service examination. This is a rare opportunity to launch a career in law enforcement and public safety with one of the largest court systems in the world.

🗓 Filing Period: April 1, 2026 (10:00 A.M.) – May 14, 2026

📅 Exam Period: August 26, 2026 – October 7, 2026

📄 Registration & Information: NYS Court Officer-Trainee (JG-16) – Exam #45-857

(Important: Review the attached announcement for minimum qualifications and exam details before applying.)

*A $30 filing fee applies. NYS Unified Court System employees are exempt from the filing fee.*

What NYS Court Officers Do:

  • Protect and Serve: Maintain order and provide security in courtrooms, court buildings, and grounds across New York State, ensuring justice can be delivered safely every day.
  • Peace Officer Authority: Court Officer-Trainees are peace officers who, upon completion of Academy training, may be authorized to carry firearms, execute warrants, and make arrests.
  • Academy Training: Successful candidates complete four months of paid basic training at the NYS Court Officers Academy, followed by on-the-job training in court operations and security.
  • Career with a Mission: Work alongside judges, attorneys, and court staff in a dynamic environment with direct impact on the people of New York State.

Career Progression: Advance from NYS Court Officer-Trainee (JG-16) to NYS Court Officer (JG-19) upon successful completion of the two-year traineeship. 

Compensation:

Base Salary at Hire: $58,100.00

Location Pay (additional):

  • $4,920 – NYC, Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester & Rockland
  • $2,460 – Orange, Dutchess & Putnam

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive Health Insurance (NYS Health Insurance Plan)
  • NYS Pension (Employees' Retirement System) & Deferred Compensation Option
  • Uniform & Equipment Allowance: $1,660 annually
  • Security and Law Enforcement Differential (SLED): $875 annually
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Twenty (20) Paid Vacation Days
      • Twenty-seven (27) Paid Vacation Days by the Seventh Year
  • Thirteen (13) Paid Holidays
  • Veteran Credits Available (5 pts non-disabled / 10 pts disabled)

Minimum Qualifications for Appointment:

  • Be at least 20.5 years of age
  • Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Be a United States citizen
  • Be a resident of New York State
  • Possess a valid New York State Driver's License
  • Be legally eligible to carry firearms

Note: Physical, medical, and psychological examinations, including a fitness test and substance abuse screening, will be conducted prior to appointment.

LEARN MORE HERE

Continue reading

Featured Jobs and Training Opportunities - April 6, 2026

Opportunities-FOR-FRONT-PAGE---OPTIMIZED

Discover new employment opportunities and upcoming avenues for skill development!

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 3/30/2026

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 03-31-2026

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 04-01-2026

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 04-02-2026

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 04-03-2026

NYS Department of Corrections and Community Services will be hosting 2 upcoming recruitments at the Herkimer Career Center, 320 N Prospect St., Herkimer on 3/24, and 4/15, events running from 10:00AM–12:00PM. Anyone interested about learning more about the Corrections positions are encouraged to attend one of the recruitment sessions.

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

  • 4/7/26 – Herkimer County Community College Career Fair from 12:00PM –2:00PM located at Herkimer County Community College in the RMCC Lobby, 100 Reservoir Road, Herkimer, NY, 13350. 
  • 4/7/26 – Turning Stone Hiring Event from 12:00PM – 5:00PM at Exit 33, Turning Stone Resort Casino located at 5218 Patrick Road, Verona, NY 13478. For more information visit: https://www.turningstoneenterprises.com/careers/hiring-events!
  • 4/8/26 – Turning Stone Hiring Event from 2:00PM – 7:00PM at Exit 33, Turning Stone Resort Casino located at 5218 Patrick Road, Verona, NY 13478. For more information visit: https://www.turningstoneenterprises.com/careers/hiring-events!
  • 4/9/26 – Wilcor Hiring Event from 10:00AM – 1:00PM at the Herkimer Working Solutions located at 320 N. Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY 13350. 
  • 4/9/26 – In-person Mini Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the Madison County Working Solutions located at 133 N Court Street, Wampsville, NY 13163. 
  • 4/9/26 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 1:00PM and is located at the Herkimer Working Solutions, 320 N Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. 
  • 4/15/26 – Apprenticeship Expo from 1:00PM – 4:00PM at the Mohawk Valley Community College Rome Campus, 1101 Floyd Ave, Rome, NY 13440. 
  • 4/16/26 – Turning Stone Recruitment from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the North Utica Community Center, 50 Riverside Drive, Utica, NY 13502. 
  • 4/16/26 – Rome One Day Hiring Event from 11:00AM – 1:00PM at the Rome Alliance Church, 920 Turin Street, Rome, NY. 
  • 4/16/26 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 1:00PM directly following the Rome Community Job Fair located at the Rome Alliance Church, 920 Turin Street, Rome, NY. . 
  • 5/5/26 – The Lake House Summer Hiring Event from 2:00PM – 6:00PM at The Lake House at Sylvan Beach, 301 Park Ave., Sylvan Beach, NY 13157. For more information visit: https://www.turningstoneenterprises.com/careers/hiring-events!
  • 5/13/26 – Mohawk Valley Women in Trades Day from 9:00AM – 1:00PM located at Empowered Pathways, 502 Court Street, Suite 234 in Utica.
  • 5/14/26 – Turning Stone Recruitment from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the Madison County Working Solutions located at 133 N Court Street, Wampsville, NY 13163. Save the date!
  • 5/21/26 – In-person Mini Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the Utica Career Center in the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor, Utica, NY 13501. Save the date!

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.
  •  
  • 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! 
  •  
  • NYS DOCCS WERCshop – The Women’s Employment and Resource Center at 502 Court Street, Suite 234, Utica is offering a NYS DOCCS WERCshop with guest speaker Heather Wright! Registration required! Please email or call to register at or (315) 724-1718, Ext 104.
  •  
  • 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!
Continue reading

WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - April 6, 2026

back2work51

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

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Monday April 6, 2026 

Job Title: Sports Flooring Installation Technician                               City: Utica, NY

Full time for a flooring contractor. Duties: Accurately measure out and install large sports floors such as basketball, tennis, volleyball and inline hockey, including game line painting and custom logos. Travel may be extensive during peak seasons, but most projects are complete within a normal work week with weekends off. Requirements: Driver’s license required.

Pay: $41,600/year.                                                                               Job Order # NY1609560

 

Monday April 6, 2026 

Job Title: Medical Office Coordinator                                                 City: Utica, NY

Full time for a non-profit health system. Duties: Provides indirect patient care in the office/clinic setting. Coordinates phone calls, appointments, and prescription authorizations. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. 1-2 years of experience in a healthcare related setting. Experience with insurance company rules/regulations and medical terminology strongly recommended.

Pay: $19.06 - $25.69/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1384581    

 

Tuesday April 7, 2026 

Job Title: Dishwasher                                                                        City: Sylvan Beach, NY

Part time for a seafood restaurant. Duties: Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of all kitchen equipment, dishes, and utensils. Assist with general kitchen cleaning duties and ensure compliance with health and safety standards in a fast-paced environment. Requirements: Must be at least 16 years of age. Must have the ability to stand/walk for long periods of time.

Pay: $16.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1613112

 

Tuesday April 7, 2026

Job Title: Machinist                                                                             City: Oriskany Falls, NY

Full time for a manufacturer. Duties: Responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Technical/trade school certification preferred. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Proven experience as a machinist (manual and CNC).

Pay: $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1613109

 

Wednesday April 8, 2026

Job Title: Order Picker/Packer                                                            City: Frankfort, NY

Full time for a wholesale distributor. Duties: Handles pick tickets/orders to pull items from warehouse inventory. Physically pulls warehouse items by the stated number, size, color, quantity, quality, etc. Compares and inspects physical items pulled to the requirements of the pick ticket/order. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Previous experience helpful but not required.

Pay: $16.50 - $17.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1608629

 

Wednesday April 8, 2026

Job Title: Experienced Painter                                                             City: Oneida, NY           

Full time for a painting contractor. Duties: Prepare surfaces for painting (scraping, sanding, priming, caulking). Apply paints, stains, and coatings using brushes, rollers, or sprayers. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Valid NYS driver’s license. Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in painting or construction.

Pay: $21.50 - $24.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1609509

 

Thursday April 9, 2026

Job Title: Custodian                                                                            City: Utica, NY

Full time for human services company. Duties: Perform custodial cleaning tasks to the satisfaction of the Project Supervisor and customer. Police the grounds and remove debris and snow as needed. Maintain all equipment and custodial storage areas. Requirements: Must be capable of physical demands of the job, such as constant standing, walking, stooping, and lifting. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Pay: $16.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # DG1379187

 

Thursday April 9, 2026

Job Title: Dispatcher                                                                           City: Rome, NY

Full time for a school bus service. Duties: Responsible for dispatching all buses, ensuring on-time performance of routes, and counseling drivers and monitors on front line. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. 3-5 years pf previous terminal operations, dispatch, or driver experience required.

Pay: $25.00 - $26.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1383971

Friday April 10, 2026

Job Title: Sewing Machine Operator                                                   City: Ilion, NY

Full time for a social services organization. Duties: Change needle, thread, and replace bobbin on machines and perform general machine maintenance. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. 2 experience operating manufacturing machines or 2 years' experience with machines such as single needle, double needle, overlock, bar tacker, lock stitch, hemmer and embroiderer. 

Pay: $16.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG1382919

 

Friday April 10, 2026

Job Title: Swim Lesson Instructor                                                      City: Rome, NY

Part time for a nonprofit, charitable organization. Duties: Instruct swimming lessons, have prepared lesson plans accordingly, and supports members and program participants in achieving their goals. Requirements: Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent. CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid and AED. Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with organization standards.

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1608144

Continue reading

New Herkimer County Civil Service Exam: Probation Officer/Probation Officer Trainee

JOB-image-OPTIMIZED-FOR-WEBSITE

Applications must be received or postmarked by: May 8, 2026

Examination Numbers

60062430 Probation Officer
60062460 Probation Officer Trainee

Date of Examination: June 27, 2026

Salary: $52,823 per year (Trainee) $54,448 per year (Officer) 2026 BASE RATE

LEARN MORE HERE

 The actual posting, informational page and application can be found here:    https://www.herkimercountyny.gov/

  Choose Employment (Personnel/Civil Service will drop down)

                    Select - Personnel/Civil Service

                    Scroll to the middle of the page

                    From the boxes you can select:

              "Current Examinations"  - click the “learn more” box to pull up the exam and its announcement.

             “Examination Information” – click the “learn more” box to access upcoming exams and the application for all exams.

        

Continue reading

Herkimer College is hiring an Office Assistant I

JOB-image-OPTIMIZED-FOR-WEBSITE

Anticipated Permanent Opening, Full Time Position

Salary: $39,830.00 (2026 base pay rate – 40hrs/week)

Learn more HERE

Continue reading

WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - March 30, 2026

job-ged709074a_1280

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

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Monday March 30, 2026 

Job Title: Tow Truck Driver                                                                 City: New Hartford, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a towing service. Duties: Safely perform emergency road service for AAA Auto Club, NYS Thruway, law enforcement agencies, private citizens, and many other customers. Requirements: Clean driver’s license needed. Experience not necessary, will train the right candidate. Wrecker or flatbed experience and mechanical knowledge is a plus.

                                                                                                           

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1605856

 

Monday March 30, 2026 

Job Title: Retail Sales Associate                                                         City: Utica, NY

 

Part time for an auto parts store. Duties: Maintain well-stocked inventory, assist customers with product selection, and provide expert advice to enhance the shopping experience. Requirements: Must be at least 16 years of age. Basic knowledge of automotive parts is preferred. Previous experience in automotive retail preferred.

 

Pay: $16.00 - $15.79/hour.                                                                   Job Order # DG1355336    

 

Tuesday March 31, 2026 

 Job Title: Machine Operator                                                               City: Whitesboro, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a global aerospace and defense company. Duties: Understand and operate CNC and/or EDM equipment. Understand and operate measuring equipment (Micrometer, Calipers, Height Stand and Indicator). Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Experience preferred but not required.

 

Pay: $23.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1605766

                                                                       

 

Tuesday March 31, 2026

Job Title: Valet Attendant                                                                    City: Verona, NY

Part time for a valet parking service. Duties: Assist with meal assembly and delivery of meals and food products for hospital patients and visitors. Prepare food trays for patient delivery. Ensure all food and or supplies are ready for service at established times. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have valid driver’s license. Must have experience working in customer service.

 

Pay: $22.00 - $25.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1369646

 

Wednesday April 1, 2026

Job Title: Receptionist/Executive Assistant                                        City: Mohawk, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for an office supply company. Duties: Provide administrative support, manage multiple priorities, and serve as the welcoming face of the company. Work closely with leadership and support departments. Requirements: Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Pay: $16.00 - $17.50/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1606981

 

 

Wednesday April 1, 2026

 

Job Title: Lifeguard                                                                             City: Oneida, NY           

 

Part time for a nonprofit organization. Duties: Maintain active surveillance of the pool area. Responds to challenges with possible solutions in a timely manner. Perform chemical testing when not guarding. Requirements: Must be at least 16 years of age. Basic life support or professional rescuer CPR/AED, first aid certifications. Current lifeguard license.

 

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1608336

 

                                   

Thursday April 2, 2026

 

Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic                                                        City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a food products supplier. Duties: Maintain and repair all plant equipment with minimal instruction, continually keeping them in good, working order. Accurately order equipment parts and install them. Requirements: 5 years’ experience in a PLC technician role in distribution, supply chain, or manufacturing position.

                                                                       

Pay: $26.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1602727

 

Thursday April 2, 2026

Job Title: Merchandising Service Associate                                       City: New Hartford, NY

 

Full time for a retail company. Duties: Ensure store's signage, pricing information, and displays are accurate, so merchandise is easy to locate. Create product displays that are safe, clean, visually appealing, and easy for customers to access. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. Experience performing product merchandising tasks preferred.

Pay: $16.00 - $16.15/hour.                                                                   Job Order # DG1371479

Friday April 3, 2026

 

Job Title: Correction Officer                                                               City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a Sheriff’s Department in Herkimer County. Duties: Responsible for enforcement of rules and regulations governing the custody, security, conduct, discipline, safety, and general wellbeing of inmates in a County correctional facility. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Completion of NYS Commission of Corrections training prior to completion of probationary period. Valid NYS driver’s license. 

 

Pay: $45,619/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # NY1608358

Friday April 3, 2026

 

Job Title: Administrative Assistant                                                     City: Oneida, NY

Full time for a family service center. Duties: Answer incoming telephone calls/voicemails, determine purpose of callers, and forward calls to appropriate personnel or department; Take and deliver messages or transfer calls to voice mail. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent required. One year telephone and/or business experience preferred. Must have a valid driver’s license.

Pay: $17.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG1348343

 

Continue reading

Featured Jobs and Training Opportunities - March 27, 2026

opportunity-396265_1920

There are some job fairs, recruitments, and trainings coming up in April you won’t want to miss:

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 03-23-2026

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 03-24-2026

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 03-25-2026

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 03-26-2026

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 03-27-2026

NYS Department of Corrections and Community Services will be hosting 2 upcoming recruitments at the Herkimer Career Center, 320 N Prospect St., Herkimer on 3/24, and 4/15, events running from 10:00AM–12:00PM. Anyone interested about learning more about the Corrections positions are encouraged to attend one of the recruitment sessions.

 

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

  • 4/7/26 – Herkimer County Community College Career Fair from 12:00PM –2:00PM located at Herkimer County Community College in the RMCC Lobby, 100 Reservoir Road, Herkimer, NY, 13350. 
  • 4/7/26 – Turning Stone Hiring Event from 12:00PM – 5:00PM at Exit 33, Turning Stone Resort Casino located at 5218 Patrick Road, Verona, NY 13478. For more information visit: https://www.turningstoneenterprises.com/careers/hiring-events!
  • 4/8/26 – Turning Stone Hiring Event from 2:00PM – 7:00PM at Exit 33, Turning Stone Resort Casino located at 5218 Patrick Road, Verona, NY 13478. For more information visit: https://www.turningstoneenterprises.com/careers/hiring-events!
  • 4/9/26 – In-person Mini Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the Madison County Working Solutions located at 133 N Court Street, Wampsville, NY 13163. Save the date!
  • 4/15/26 – Apprenticeship Expo from 1:00PM – 4:00PM at the Mohawk Valley Community College Rome Campus, 1101 Floyd Ave, Rome, NY 13440. Save the date!
  • 4/16/26 – Turning Stone Recruitment from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the North Utica Community Center, 50 Riverside Drive, Utica, NY 13502. 
  • 5/5/26 – The Lake House Summer Hiring Event from 2:00PM – 6:00PM at The Lake House at Sylvan Beach, 301 Park Ave., Sylvan Beach, NY 13157. For more information visit: https://www.turningstoneenterprises.com/careers/hiring-events!
  • 5/13/26 – Mohawk Valley Women in Trades Day from 9:00AM – 1:00PM located at Empowered Pathways, 502 Court Street, Suite 234 in Utica. 

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. 
  •  
  • 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!  
  •  
  • NYS DOCCS WERCshop – The Women’s Employment and Resource Center at 502 Court Street, Suite 234, Utica is offering a NYS DOCCS WERCshop with guest speaker Heather Wright! Registration required! Please email or call to register at or (315) 724-1718, Ext 104. 
Continue reading

WDB FREE Virtual Job Fair - April 28, 2026

Free-Virtual-Job-Fair---Counties-SNIP

The Workforce Development Board is sponsoring a FREE virtual job fair on Tuesday, April 28, 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, April 27th  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.

LEARN MORE/DOWNLOAD THE FLYER

Businesses registered as of April 8th

NYS Office of Mental Health - Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center
Masonic Care Community
CABVI
Resource Center for Independent Living (RCIL)
Oneida County Personnel
HP Hood LLC

Continue reading

Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) is hiring in Rome, New York

job-ged709074a_1280

Learn more at link:

CONTACT REPRESENTATIVE (Call Center)
Department of Defense - Defense Finance and Accounting Service
DFAS – CUSTOMER CARE CENTER
• $37,193 to - $61,638 per year (GS 4-6)
• Permanent • Full-time
• Locations: Indianapolis, IN, Rome NY, and Cleveland, OH
Open 03/19/2026 and will close 04/06/2026

For more information please visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/861825800

Continue reading

Herkimer County Sewer Department is hiring a Wastewater Treatment Plant Shift Operator and a Wastewater Treatment Plant Maintenance Mechanic

job-ged709074a_1280

Learn more at links:

Title: Wastewater Treatment Plant Shift Operator
Anticipated Permanent Opening, Full Time Position
Salary: $60,707.00 (2026 base pay rate)

 

Title: Wastewater Treatment Plant Maintenance Mechanic
Anticipated Permanent Opening, Full Time Position
Salary: $53,183.00 (2026 base pay rate)

Continue reading

Herkimer County Probation Department is hiring Senior Probation Officers

job-ged709074a_1280

Learn more at link:

Anticipated Opening, Full Time Positions
Senior Probation Officer

Permanent Opening, Full Time Position
Salary: $56,594.00 (2026 base pay rate)

LEARN MORE

Continue reading

Featured Jobs and Training Opportunities - March 23, 2026

opportunity-396265_1920

Check out these valuable new opportunities for you!

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 03-16-2026

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 03-17-2026

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 03-18-2026

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 03-19-2026

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 3/20/2026

NYS Department of Corrections and Community Services will be hosting 2 upcoming recruitments at the Herkimer Career Center, 320 N Prospect St., Herkimer on 3/24, and 4/15, events running from 10:00AM–12:00PM. Anyone interested about learning more about the Corrections positions are encouraged to attend one of the recruitment sessions.

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

  • 3/24/26 – WERC Demystifying State Civil Service to Find Careers in State Government from 11:00AM – 12:30PM located at Empowered Pathways, 502 Court Street, Suite 234 in Utica. Register today at or call (315) 724-1718 ext. 104. 
  • 3/24/26 – FREE Virtual Job Fair: Herkimer, Madison, Oneida Counties. Don’t miss the 3 – County Job Fair on Tuesday, March 24th from 11:00AM – 1:00PM! 
  • 3/26/26 – Public workshop to navigate state jobs! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 12:30PM and is located at the Herkimer Working Solutions, 320 N Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. 
  • 3/27/26 – Turning Stone Recruitment from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the Mohawk Valley Community College Rome Campus, 1101 Floyd Ave, Rome, NY 13440. 
  • 4/7/26 – Turning Stone Hiring Event from 12:00PM – 5:00PM at Exit 33, Turning Stone Resort Casino located at 5218 Patrick Road, Verona, NY 13478. For more information visit: https://www.turningstoneenterprises.com/careers/hiring-events!
  • 4/8/26 – Turning Stone Hiring Event from 2:00PM – 7:00PM at Exit 33, Turning Stone Resort Casino located at 5218 Patrick Road, Verona, NY 13478. For more information visit: https://www.turningstoneenterprises.com/careers/hiring-events!
  • 4/9/26 – In-person Mini Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the Madison County Working Solutions located at 133 N Court Street, Wampsville, NY 13163. Save the date!
  • 4/16/26 – Turning Stone Recruitment from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the North Utica Community Center, 50 Riverside Drive, Utica, NY 13502. 
  • 5/5/26 – The Lake House Summer Hiring Event from 2:00PM – 6:00PM at The Lake House at Sylvan Beach, 301 Park Ave., Sylvan Beach, NY 13157. For more information visit: https://www.turningstoneenterprises.com/careers/hiring-events!
  • 5/13/26 – Mohawk Valley Women in Trades Day from 9:00AM – 1:00PM located at Empowered Pathways, 502 Court Street, Suite 234 in Utica. 

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. 
  • 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! 
  • NYS DOCCS WERCshop – The Women’s Employment and Resource Center at 502 Court Street, Suite 234, Utica is offering a NYS DOCCS WERCshop with guest speaker Heather Wright! Registration required! Please email or call to register at or (315) 724-1718, Ext 104. 
Continue reading

Good Friday Office Hours - Friday, Apr 3, 2026

clker-free-vector-images-clock-

Friday, Apr 3, 2026, is Good Friday

The Workforce Development Board offices at 209 Elizabeth St., Utica, NY, is closed in observance of the holiday.

Utica Working Solutions at 207 Genesee Street is open.

Madison County Working Solutions in Wampsville is open from 8am to 4pm.

Herkimer Working Solutions is closed.

Continue reading

WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - March 23, 2026

back2work51

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

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Monday March 23, 2026 

Job Title: Executive Director                                                               City: Utica, NY

Full time for an animal protection organization. Duties: Responsible for overall leadership, strategic direction, operational management, fundraising, and community engagement. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or higher in nonprofit management, business administration, public administration, or a related field. Experience in animal welfare, shelter management, or veterinary-related organizations.

Pay: $75,000 - $90,000/year. Benefits.                                                 Job Order # NY1596254

 

Monday March 23, 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 # NY1598659     

 

Tuesday March 24, 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 # NY1593266

 

Tuesday March 24, 2026

Job Title: Food Service Worker                                                           City: Utica, NY

Full time for a nonprofit health system. Duties: Prepares, serves, and delivers food to any area of the facility as directed, following all guidelines of the quality assurance and quality control programs. Maintains all areas at an acceptable level of sanitation. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Experience in food service is preferred.

Pay: $16.15 - $21.75/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1334558

 

Wednesday March 25, 2026

Job Title: Office Manager                                                                    City: Frankfort, NY

Full time for a machine shop. Duties: Manage financial data and software: A/R, A/P, Payroll, General Ledger. Greet clients, visitors, and team members professionally. Supporting admin tasks: copying, faxing, note-taking. Requirements: Experience in filing and office management. Prior experience as a receptionist with excellent customer service skills.

Pay: $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1593288

 

Wednesday March 25, 2026

Job Title: Welder                                                                                 City: Chittenango, NY      

Full time for an aerospace manufacturer. Duties: Weld by method of GTAW for rework, repair and cosmetic upgrade in accordance with customer specifications and internal procedures. Evaluate castings to ensure preparation from prior operation is adequate. Requirements: High school diploma or GED. Maintain welding certification for GTAW.

Pay: $27.00 - $30.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG1301901

 

Thursday March 26, 2026

Job Title: Furnace Operator                                                                City: Clayville, NY

Full time for an American aerospace manufacturer. Duties: Perform various cleaning, monitoring, and securing operations to assist in the set-up of a vacuum atomization furnace. Assist in preparing raw material charges, running the furnace control board, and making minor repairs on the furnace. Requirements: High School or the equivalent. Must be able to wear a respirator.

Pay: $21.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG1322150

 

Thursday March 26, 2026

Job Title: Retail Sales Associate                                                         City: New Hartford, NY

Part time for an office supply company. Duties: Multitask on cashier, sales, and merchandising responsibilities. Handle returns and online pick-ups. Respond quickly and resourcefully to customer requests and concerns. Requirements: Customer service or cashier experience in a retail environment preferred.

Pay: $16.00 - $16.30/hour.                                                                   Job Order # DG1330397

 

Friday March 27, 2026

Job Title: Warehouse Clerk                                                                 City: Frankfort, NY

Full time for a home improvement store. Duties: Collect and review order notes to accurately fulfill deliveries. Pick ordered items from containers and storage using barcodes, serial numbers, and other identifying information. Requirements: Must have at least 1 year of experience in order pulling or a similar warehouse role. 

Pay: $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG1322699

 

Friday March 27, 2026

Job Title: Bus Driver                                                                           City: Hamilton, NY

Part time for a business that provides student transportation services. Duties: Responsible for the safe delivery of passengers along set routes, adherence to bus safety and bus stop safety standards, and daily vehicle inspections, among other duties. Requirements: Must be at least 21 years of age. Must have a valid driver’s license and at least 1 year of experience driving.

Pay: $19.70/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # DG1335330

Continue reading

New Herkimer County Exam: Correction Officer

job-ged

Learn more at link:

CORRECTION OFFICER

Examination Number 60055270

Filing Deadline -- Applications must be received or postmarked by: April 17, 2026 Exam

Questionnaire Submission Period: May 1, 2026 – May 30, 2026

Continue reading

DFAS in Rome has a new opportunity!

job

Learn more at links and apply now!

*NEW* SUPPLY TECHNICIAN

Department of Defense - Defense Finance and Accounting Service

DFAS - DIR/SITE SUPPORT OFFICE - ROME, NY

  • $50,460 to - $65,599 per year (GS 7)
  • Permanent • Full-time

Open 03/17/2026 and will close 03/31/2026

For more information please visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/861489400

Supervisory Accounting Technician

Department of Defense - Defense Finance and Accounting Service

DFAS Rome - Accounting Operations

  • $50,460 to - $72,644 per year (GS 7-8)
  • Permanent • Full-time

Open 03/11/2026 and will close 03/24/2026

For more information please visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/860656100

Continue reading

WDB Apprenticeship March/April Newsletter

cloud-709100_640

News and Opportunities for you in our latest apprenticeship newsletter!

In this edition we're sharing 

success stories

informative articles

new training opportunities

and lots more!

READ IT HERE

Continue reading

Anita's Steven Swan Humane Society is hiring an Executive Director

job

The Executive Director is responsible for overall leadership, strategic direction, operational management, fundraising, and community engagement. Working closely with the Board of Directors, the Executive Director ensures the organization fulfills its mission while maintaining strong financial health, effective programs, and a positive organizational culture. This role requires a hands-on leader who can balance strategic vision with day-to-day operational management.

Estimated salary range is $75,000 to $95,000 annually. 

Location: 5664 Horatio St., Utica 13502

LEARN MORE/APPLY

Continue reading

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.

Job Search

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.

Read More About Job Search

Contact Us

Learn more about what Working Solutions can do for your business.

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.

Navigation Tip

Please tap the arrow icons on the right side to expand categories and view sub-menu options.