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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.

Herkimer County is Hiring an Administrator

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Herkimer County seeks applicants for this full-time, administrative position directing the day to day activities of county government.

The incumbent will assist in coordinating legislative policies and procedures; serve as an advisor to the Herkimer County Legislature; coordinate the activities of County Department Heads; review, evaluate, and make recommendations for increasing efficiencies in county government; and other administrative duties set by the County Legislature. Salary range is $120k to $170k.

Inquires about the position may be submitted by e-mail to . Letters of interest with resumes must be received by November 14, 2025 at Herkimer County Personnel Department 109 Mary St, Suite 1304, Herkimer, New York 13350 Att. Steve Billings, Personnel Officer.

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Featured Jobs and Training Opportunities - October 14, 2025

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New opportunities are available in our area for employment and skill development!

FEATURED JOBS

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 10-06-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 10-07-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 10-08-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 10-09-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 10-10-2025

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

  • Mohawk Valley Build – MV Build is a paid 15-week training program for individuals interested in pursuing a career in the skilled trades. The program runs from October 20, 2025, to February 12, 2026. It is held on Mondays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays from 5:00PM – 8:30PM at the MVCC Construction and Trades Building, 335 Catherine St., Utica. MV Build provides classroom and hands-on experience, a nationally recognized credential, and an opportunity to enter into a union apprenticeship upon completion of the program. 
  • Birnie Bus – Public bus drivers needed for the Madison Transit System! Flexible Schedules/Paid Training; Excellent Starting Rate; Sign-On Bonus & CDL Cost Covered! Apply today at https://www.jointeambirnie.com/
  • Turning Stone Enterprises Dealer School – Dealer School starts Monday, October 13, 2025, at Dream Catcher Plaza in Oneida, NY. To register or for more information, visit https://www.turningstoneenterprises.com/careers/hiring-events

 

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - October 14, 2025

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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 October 13, 2025 

Job Title: Executive Secretary                                                             City: Oriskany, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a fiber optic manufacturer. Duties: Professionally and courteously greet visitors and provide appropriate assistance. Coordinate and manage the calendars of executives, scheduling meetings, appointments, and events. Requirements: College degree preferred. Prior working experience in a similar responsible position preferred.

                                                                                                           

Pay: $40,000 - $60,000/year. Benefits.                                                 Job Order # NY1546893

 

Monday October 13, 2025 

Job Title: WERC Employment Coordinator                                         City: Utica, NY

Full time for a nonprofit organization. Duties: Facilitate workshops and innovative training sessions on employment-related topics. Build and maintain partnerships with local employers and HR professionals. Deliver career counseling and one-on-one coaching. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Public speaking experience.

Pay: $46,000/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # NY1546549     

 

Tuesday October 14, 2025 

Job Title: Disability Rights Advocate                                                 City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a home healthcare service. Duties: Remain informed of disability regulations, policies, and community resources to provide information, referrals, and educational services. Assist people with disabilities develop independent living goals and self-advocacy skills. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. College degree preferred. 2 years’ experience working with people with disabilities.

 

Pay: $37,856/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # DG0681959

                                                                       

 

Tuesday October 14, 2025

 Job Title: Cashier                                                                               City: New Hartford, NY

Full time for a home improvement store. Duties: Play a critical customer service role by providing customers with fast, friendly, accurate and safe service. Process checkout and/or return transactions, as well as monitor and maintain the self-checkout area. Provide first level escalation for customer issues. Requirements: Must be at least 16 years of age.

 

Pay: $16.00 - $17.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # DG0661056

 

Wednesday October 15, 2025

Job Title: Police Chief                                                                         City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a police department. Duties: Responsible charge of the activities of the police

department. Requirements: Dolgeville, Frankfort, Webb: 2 years as a full-time Police Officer; Ilion: 4 years as Police Sergeant or equivalent military; Herkimer: 3 years as a Police Sergeant or 4 years as a Police Officer; Mohawk: 4 years as Police Sergeant or 9 years as a police officer.

Pay: Salary Negotiable.                                                                       Job Order # NY1547134

 

 

Wednesday October 15, 2025

 

Job Title: Agricultural Equipment Service Technician                         City: Cazenovia, NY      

 

Full time for a tractor dealer. Duties: Responsible for diagnosing and completing repairs to agricultural equipment in house and offsite. Requirements: 5-6 years of Agricultural Repair Experience. Current DOT Medical Card. Valid driver's license. Maintain 609 Air Conditioning Certification. Must have a well-developed professional tool collection.

 

Pay: $31.00 - $37.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1546997

 

                                   

Thursday October 16, 2025

 Job Title: Shipping/Receiving Clerk                                                    City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a nonprofit organization that creates employment for people with disabilities. Duties: Ensure that all products are received and shipped efficiently, accurately, and timely. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. 2 years of experience as a warehouse person in an industrial setting. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

                                                                       

Pay: $16.07 - $22.68/hour.                                                                   Job Order # DG0681602

 

Thursday October 16, 2025

Job Title: Outside Sales Representative                                             City: New Hartford, NY

 

Full time for a high-speed fiber internet service provider. Duties: Responsible for the sale of products and services including fiber internet, home phone and DTV streaming to residential customers utilizing knowledge and sale process to meet and exceed the monthly goal by working effectively and efficiently in assigned turf area. Requirements: Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle a must.

Pay: $70,000 - $125,000/year. Benefits.                                               Job Order # DG0671932

 

Friday October 17, 2025

 Job Title: Code Enforcement Officer                                                   City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a government office. Duties: Administer and enforce all provisions of NYS Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code, and other laws, rules and regulations pertaining to the construction or alteration of buildings and structures. Requirements: Associate degree with 1 year of experience; bachelor’s degree with 1 year of experience; or a high school diploma with 3 years of experience.

 

Pay: Salary Negotiable.                                                                       Job Order # NY1547140

 

Friday October 17, 2025

 Job Title: Medical Office Assistant I                                                    City: Hamilton, NY

Full time for a medical clinic. Duties: Responsible for providing clear, accurate, timely communication to nurses and providers regarding patients. Take clear, complete and accurate phone messages. Obtain information to complete the outpatient registration process assuring demographic and insurance information is correct. Requirements: 2 years of relevant work experience. Associate degree preferred.

Pay: $16.98 - $25.47/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0675347

 

 

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Richfield Springs post office is hiring for rural mail carriers

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U.S.P.S. Now Hiring Rural Carrier Associate (RCA) Employees Richfield Springs, NY 13439

$20.85/hr

Vehicle Required

Apply at www.usps.com/employment by 10/08/2025-10/12/2025
Click "Search jobs & Apply on line" to see posted jobs & create a profile. 

he USPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer Call (315)858-8559.

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50 Forward Mohawk Valley is hiring a Volunteer Coordinator for their Verona Beach Center

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50 Forward Mohawk Valley is a non-profit organization, whose mission is to provide programs and services to individuals 50+, empowering them to live healthy and vibrant lives.

 

 

They will pay for 50% health insurance of the individual, have a retirement plan after 1 year, vacation & sick time.

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The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, Oneida Counties, Inc., Announces a Diverse Abilities Job Fair

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 For Immediate Release

Utica, NY –The Workforce Development Board’s  NY SCION grant, is partnering with  the Department of Labor and ACCES-VR, to present a Diverse Abilities Job Fair celebrating the 80th anniversary of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), an annual recognition of the positive impact of people with disabilities in the American workforce.

The event will be held at Mohawk Valley Community College, Rome Campus, Plumley Complex Room 150; 1101 Floyd Ave, Rome, NY, Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 1-3pm 

This valuable opportunity connects job seekers with disabilities with inclusive employers and gives them the chance to explore exciting local career opportunities, such as administrative assistant, security officer, warehouse worker, and call center specialist, and gives local employers the opportunity to tap into a diverse and often underrepresented labor pool. Employers present include like Chobani, Adirondack Bank, and CABVI. Hiring job seekers with disabilities could make their businesses eligible for tax incentives or On-the-Job Training funds.

The job fair will also offer a resume booth, where job seekers can get constructive feedback from Department of Labor employment professionals on existing resumes and guidance on how to create an impactful resume.

Job seekers will also have the opportunity to meet with disability service providers to learn about additional employment supports, “This will be a wonderful opportunity for jobseekers and employers alike to connect with service providers throughout the Utica-Rome area. We are thrilled to be hosting this event at Mohawk Valley Community College’s Rome Campus,” says Workforce Development Board Special Projects Director Mary Katherine A. Moylan.

For more information about this event, contact the Workforce Development Board Special Projects Director Mary Katherine Moylan: 315 207-6951, ext. 103 or

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Mohawk Valley Build: PAID trades program. Sign up today!

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Space is limited. Register today for this valuable FREE opportunity and EARN WHILE YOU LEARN!

MV Build is a paid 15-week training program for individuals interested in pursuing a career in the skilled trades.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 – FEBRUARY 12, 2026
SCHEDULE: MONDAYS, TUESDAYS, AND THURSDAYS - FROM 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM

LOCATION:

MVCC CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES BUILDING
335 CATHERINE ST., UTICA.

MV Build provides classroom and hands-on experience, a nationally recognized credential, and an opportunity to enter into a union apprenticeship upon completion of the program.

MINIMUM REQUIRMENTS
>18 YEARS OR OLDER
>HAVE A GED OR HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
>MUST HAVE PHYSICAL STRENGTH, BALANCE, AND HAND-EYE COORDINATION TO COMPLETE JOBS IN VARIOUS
ENVIRONMENTS
>ABILITY TO READ AND WRITE IN ENGLISH
>AUTHORIZED TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES
(PROOF REQUIRED AT ACCEPTANCE)
>PAID TRAINING

YOU MUST ATTEND EVERY CLASS TO RECEIVE YOUR CERTIFICATION

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Matéflex Hiring Event October 15, 2025 in Herkimer

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 Sports Flooring Installation Technicians Needed

October 15th,  Herkimer Career Center from 10am-12pm - 320 N. Prospect St. Herkimer.

The full job description can be accessed here: https://www.mateflex.com/assets/Sports-Flooring-Installation-Technician.pdf

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Herkimer County is hiring Typists

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Diverse Abilities Job Fair at MVCC October 30, 2025

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You’re Invited to the Workforce Development Board NY SCION Project Diverse Abilities Job Fair

Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 1-3pm Mohawk Valley Community College, Rome Campus, Plumley Complex Room 150; 1101 Floyd Ave, Rome, NY

•Explore exciting local career opportunities with Inclusive Employers

•Resume assistance from New York StateDepartment of Labor •Meet with disability service providers to learn about employment supports

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT Disability Resource Coordinator Mary Katherine A. Moylan 315-207-6951, extension 103 •

We hope you can join us!

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Columbus Day Hours - October 13, 2025

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Monday, October 13, 2025 is Columbus Day

All Workforce Development Board/WDB HMO and Working Solutions offices will be closed in observance of the holiday.

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Herkimer County is hiring a Senior Account Clerk

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Title: Senior Account Clerk


Anticipated, Permanent Position, Full-time Opening

Salary: $37,253 (2025 base pay rate)

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Featured Jobs and Training Opportunities - October 6, 2025

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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

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 09-29-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 09-30-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 10-01-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 10-02-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 10-03-2025

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

  • 10/7/25 – The Grand Job Fair from 12:00PM – 3:00PM at The Grand Rehabilitation & Nursing at Mohawk Valley, 99 Sixth Avenue, Ilion, NY 13357. 
  • 10/8/25 – Come learn about state job opportunities! The Demystifying the Civil Service Merit System & NY HELPS workshop starts at 11:30AM and is located at the Utica Career Center in the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 2nd floor, Utica, NY. 
  • 10/9/25 – 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 Career Center, 320 North Prospect Street, Herkimer, NY. 
  • 10/16/25 – 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!
  • 10/21/25 – Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair 11:00AM – 2:00PM. Save the date!
  • 10/23/25 – SUNY Poly Fall 2025 Career Fair from 12:00PM – 2:00PM at the Wildcat Field House, 100 Seymour Road, Utica, NY 13502. Save the date !
  • 10/30/25 – NDEAM Diverse Abilities Job Fair from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at the MVCC Rome Campus, 1101 Floyd Ave, Rome, NY 13440. Save the date!
  • 12/4/25 – One Day Hiring Event at the Rome Alliance Church, 920 Turin St. Rome, NY, from 11:00AM – 1:00PM. Visit www.romejobfairs.org for more information. 
  • USPS – Virtual Job Fairs every Thursday from 11:00AM – 1:00PM. 

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

  • Mohawk Valley Build – MV Build is a paid 15-week training program for individuals interested in pursuing a career in the skilled trades. The program runs from October 20, 2025, to February 12, 2026. It is held on Mondays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays from 5:00PM – 8:30PM at the MVCC Construction and Trades Building, 335 Catherine St., Utica. MV Build provides classroom and hands-on experience, a nationally recognized credential, and an opportunity to enter into a union apprenticeship upon completion of the program. 

 

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - October 6, 2025

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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 October 6, 2025 

Job Title: Chef/Line Cook                                                                    City: Vernon, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for an Italian restaurant. Duties: Prepare and cook menu items to restaurant standards. Assist with prep work, line setup, and closing duties. Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to ensure smooth service. Requirements: Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Prior cooking/line experience preferred.

                                                                                                           

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1546636

 

Monday October 6, 2025 

Job Title: Direct Support Professional                                                City: Holland Patent, NY

Full time for a medical clinic. Duties: Implement, document, and/or summarize programming as indicated in the individuals Person Centered Plan. Respond to medical emergencies and log any/all incidents that may occur during sleeping hours. Requirements: Must have at least 1 year of experience. High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Valid NYS driver’s license.

Pay: $16.50 - $18.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1546561     

 

Tuesday October 7, 2025 

 Job Title: Customer Service Representative                                      City: Sherrill, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a distribution company. Duties: Duties include light office/clerical, customer service, communication via email and telephone. Company is willing to hire a trainee and offer full training. Requirements: Accounts experience helpful, as you may assist with accounting tasks. Experience with Microsoft Office is very helpful.

 

Pay: $15.50/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1546665

                                                                       

 

Tuesday October 7, 2025

 Job Title: Investigative Housing Security Officer                                City: Utica, NY

Full time for a housing authority. Duties: Provide both standard security services and specialized investigative work within the Housing Authority community. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Valid driver’s license. Must complete certified NYS Security Guard training within 6 months of employment. 5 years of professional experience conducting investigations for police municipality.

 

Pay: $31.25/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1546807

 

Wednesday October 8, 2025

Job Title: Correction Officer                                                               City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a county law enforcement. 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 New York State Commission of Corrections training prior to completion of probationary period. Valid NYS driver’s license.

Pay: $44,290/year.                                                                               Job Order # NY1546855

 

 

Wednesday October 8, 2025

 Job Title: School Bus Driver                                                               City: Hamilton, NY           

 

Full 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 - $24.14/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0600348

 

                                   

Thursday October 9, 2025

Job Title: Sales Executive                                                                   City: Oriskany, NY

 

Full time for a fiber optic manufacturer. Duties: Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with both new and existing clients to foster loyalty and ensure customer satisfaction. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. College degree preferred. Prior working experience in a similar responsible position preferred.

                                                                       

Pay: $40,000 - $60,000/year.                                                                Job Order # NY1546886

 

Thursday October 9, 2025

Job Title: Industrial Electrician                                                           City: Rome, NY

 

Full time for an industrial equipment supplier. Duties: Mount electrical components on subpanels and Enclosure’s according to layout drawings provided. Ensure all power distribution circuits, motor feeds (VFD Cables) are kept out of the path of Digital, Analog & Communication circuits. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. 1-2 years of experience in the electrical and maintenance fields.

Pay: $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DG0539637

 

Friday October 10, 2025

Job Title: Floater Delivery Driver                                                        City: Mohawk, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for an office supply company. Duties: Load & unload merchandise from company truck, inspect packages for proper condition for delivery, navigate established delivery route. Requirements: Valid driver’s license. Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds. 1 year certificate from college or technical school; 3-6 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

Pay: $17.25 - $18.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1546592

 

Friday October 10, 2025

Job Title: Manufacturing Operator                                                      City: Cazenovia, NY

Full time for a high-tech electronics manufacturer. Duties: Complete multiple operations while performing as a team. Operate various machinery to bring product to desired quality specification. Inspect parts and product to verify quality. Requirements: Must have a high school diploma or equivalent experience. Must be at least 18 years of age.

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0652406

 

 

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Amazon Virtual Information Session Friday, October 3, 2025 - 6PM

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Wages up to $20/hr.

Flexible schedules.Benefits. 

Can’t make it?
Visit amazon.com/flexiblejobs to apply, or text JOBEVENT to 31432 to sign up for alerts from Amazon

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Herkimer County Department of Social Services is Hiring a Child Protective Services Caseworker and an Employment Counselor

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Title: Child Protective Services Caseworker
Anticipated, Permanent Opening, Full Time Position
Salary: $54,944.00 (2025 base pay rate)

Title: Employment Counselor
Anticipated, Permanent Opening, Full Time Position
Salary: $41,964.00 (2025 base pay rate)

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Valuable New Free Opportunities for You in our October Newsletter

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Don't miss this edition of our newsletter. This month we're sharing:

>A local job program for Youth

>A PAID apprenticeship program

>New local job opportunities

>Online Resources

>New Hiring Events

>Workforce News

>Success Stories

And Lots More!

 

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Featured Jobs and Training Opportunities - September 29, 2025

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Great new local job opportunities and  some job fairs, recruitments, and trainings coming up in October you won’t want to miss

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 09-22-2025

 Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 09-23-202

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 09-24-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 09-25-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 09-26-2025

Birnie Bus – Public bus drivers needed for the Madison Transit System! Flexible Schedules/Paid Training; Excellent Starting Rate; Sign-On Bonus & CDL Cost Covered! Apply today at https://www.jointeambirnie.com/

NYS Office of Mental HealthStart your career with the Office of Mental Health! Are you compassionate? Are you motivated? Are you interested in making a difference? Then a career with the Office of Mental Health (OMH) may be right for you! OMH is recruiting individuals with the desire to promote the mental health and well-being of all New Yorkers. They are hiring: Direct Care Staff; Cleaners; Food Service Workers; Teachers; Nurses; Psychologists; and many more!

Elite Building Services is hiring! Elite Building Services is an industry leading commercial janitorial and building maintenance services company. Open positions include Janitorial Staff, Floating Cleaner, Floor Care Specialist, and more! Apply now by sending your resume to

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

  • Mohawk Valley Build – MV Build is a paid 15-week training program for individuals interested in pursuing a career in the skilled trades. The program runs from October 20, 2025, to February 12, 2026. It is held on Mondays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays from 5:00PM – 8:30PM at the MVCC Construction and Trades Building, 335 Catherine St., Utica. MV Build provides classroom and hands-on experience, a nationally recognized credential, and an opportunity to enter into a union apprenticeship upon completion of the program.

 

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - September 29, 2025

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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 September 29, 2025 

 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 # NY1546223

 

Monday September 29, 202

Job Title: Steel Processing Associate                                                 City: Rome, NY

Full time for a steel processing company. Duties: Operate and monitor machinery to ensure smooth production. Load/unload materials and assist with packaging. Perform quality checks using tools and fixtures. Support machine operators and complete required documentation. Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds. Basic math skills and attention to detail.

Pay: $20.00 - $21.50/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1546379     

 

Tuesday September 30, 2025 

 Job Title: Fashion Stocker                                                                 City: Rome, NY

                                                                                                         

Part time for a retailer corporation. Duties: Maintain organization standards and merchandise flow from the backroom to the salesfloor. Fulfill customer orders in a timely manner, maintaining quality standards. Complete all inventory processes, making sure merchandise is properly located and accurately ticketed. Requirements: Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

 

Pay: $15.50/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1546374

                                                                       

Tuesday September 30, 2025

Job Title: Schegistrar                                                                          City: Utica, NY

Full time for a nonprofit health system. Duties: Responsible for scheduling and pre-registering patient appointments. Answer incoming calls in a professional manner. Create accounts and complete pre-registration for all scheduled appointments. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have a minimum of one-year medical office, hospital registration or scheduling experience.

 

Pay: $18.00 - $23.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0614276

 

Wednesday October 1, 2025

Job Title: Early Childhood Learning Staff                                           City: Old Forge, NY

                                                                                                         

Part time for a school age children care provider. Duties: Facilitate hands-on activities following the creative curriculum, tailored to the unique needs and interests of the children. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. High school or the equivalent. 1 year of experience working with kids under 13 preferred.

Pay: $15.50 - $16.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # DG0623955

 

 

Wednesday October 1, 2025

 Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic                                                        City: Chittenango, NY      

 

Full time for an aerospace manufacturer. Duties: Responsible for basic maintenance support for startup operations such as, lights, dust collectors, air filtration systems, etc. Requirements: Associate degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DG0615083

 

                                   

Thursday October 2, 2025

 Job Title: Zone Specialist                                                                    City: Rome, NY

 

Full time for a discount store. Duties: Responsible for all aspects of customer service, merchandising, and store maintenance, with primary focus on their assigned store zone. Requirements: 6 months of retail experience preferred. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must have a positive attitude and the ability to interact well with customers and associates.

                                                                       

Pay: $16.25 - $17.25/hour.                                                                   Job Order # DG0620340

 

Thursday October 2, 2025

Job Title: Cleaner                                                                                City: Rome, NY

 

Part time for a cleaning service. Duties: Perform a variety of janitorial duties that ensure the cleanliness and upkeep of indoor (and outdoor where requested) spaces. Responsible for floor care, including sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have reliable transportation. Previous experience preferred.

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1546137

 

Friday October 3, 2025

 Job Title: Housing Assistant Representative                                      City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Part time for an apartment building. Duties: Process applications in accordance with established policies and procedures. Annual recertifications, utility, schedules, and rent computations. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of Excel. Experience is helpful.

 

Pay: $16.50 - $18.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1543914

 

Friday October 3, 2025

 Job Title: CNC Machine Set-Up/Operator                                            City: Oneida, NY

Full time for a machine shop. Duties: Set up CNC mills, lathes, and mill-turn machines (tooling, offsets, calibration, program loading). Run production jobs, check quality, and adjust for accuracy. Requirements: Must have at least 2 years of CNC setup. Must have strong G-code and M-code programming skills. Aerospace/defense machining experience (AS9100, ITAR) preferred.

Pay: $22.00 - $32.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1546163

 

 

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Herkimer County Emergency Services is hiring a Senior Public Safety Telecommunicator

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Salary: $50,238 (2025 base rate)

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