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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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50 Forward Mohawk Valley is Coordinating a Volunteer Tax-Aide Program.

They are looking for compassionate and friendly people to join their volunteer team this upcoming tax season.

They'll provide the training and support to help you learn new skills.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides free tax-filing help to those who need it most.

To volunteer or get more information contact Kari Johnson at 315-223-3973 ext.117 or

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WKTV - 2 “Back to Work” Job Orders for Sept.18 – Sept. 22, 2023

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To learn more about these job opportunities:

For Job Order Numbers that start with "NY" GO HERE and type in the Job Order Number. 

For Job Order Numbers that start with "DF" - Contact your local Working Solutions Career Center

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Monday September 18, 2023

Job Title: Entry-level IT Support                                                           City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for state-wide distributor of medical supplies. Duties: Learn company’s internal ERP software and assist with support, updates, and upgrades. Other duties include managing e-commerce and digital marketing. Requirements: Associates degree preferred along with 1 year of IT support experience. Knowledge of Photoshop a plus.

Pay: $40,000/year. Benefits.                                                                  Job Order # NY1476783

 

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Monday September 18, 2023  

Job Title: Domestic Violence Victims Advocate                                    City: Ilion, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a faith-based community service agency. Duties: Provide individual client support, legal system advocacy, referral to community services, and case management. Conduct outreach and community education activities. Requirements: Bachelor's Degree preferred but will consider those that have a special interest in working with the population served.

Pay: $17.50-$18.75/hour. Benefits.                                                        Job Order # NY1476757

 

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Tuesday September 19, 2023

Job Title: Online Order Fulfillment                                                       City: Sherrill, NY

 

Full time for a manufacturer of quality flatware. Duties: Pull prepackaged product from the shelves, determine the most efficient box to pack it in, check the orders for accuracy, attach shipping labels and put the packages on the appropriate shipping cart. Requirements: Accuracy and attention to detail, ability to work well with your hands and the ability to work on your own.

 

Pay: Starts at $15.00/hour. Benefits.                                                     Job Order # NY1476701

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Tuesday September 19, 2023

Job Title: Certified Nurse Aide                                                              City: Utica, NY

 

Full and part time positions for a healthcare staffing agency. Duties: Assist nursing personnel in providing basic care for residents and performing necessary unit tasks. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have a current, valid NY State Certification for Nursing Assistants and six consecutive full-time months of CNA experience in long term care.

Pay: $20.50-$22.50/hour.                                                                       Job Order # NY1476666

 

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Wednesday September 20, 2023

Job Title: CNC Machine Programmer                                                 City: Newport, NY

 

Full time for a precision tool company. Duties: Program and set up CNC Lathes. Perform scheduled maintenance. Will also be responsible for inspecting parts. Requirements: High school diploma and one year of machining experience. Mastercam software experience a plus but on the job training is available. Must have a valid New York State driver’s license.  

 

Pay: Competitive pay and benefit package.                                          Job Order # NY1476773

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Wednesday September 20, 2023

Job Title: Banker                                                                                  City: Oneida, NY

 

Full time, for a local bank. Duties: Provide recommendations and assist customers with financial solutions to meet their spending, saving, borrowing, and investing needs. Requirements: High School diploma or the equivalent and 2 years of sales and customer service experience. Strong listening and customer service skills required.

 

Pay: $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                   Job Order # DF6911791

 

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Thursday September 21, 2023

Job Title: Food Operations Manager                                                    City: Clinton, NY        

 

Full time for a hospitality service operating at a local retirement home. Duties: Direct daily operations of food service. Ensure operating standards and regulatory requirements are met. Requirements: Associate's Degree or equivalent experience and 2 years work experience in food or culinary services. 2 years of basic management experience preferred.

Pay: $51,500-$77,990/year. Benefits.                                                     Job Order # DF6911019

 

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Thursday September 21, 2023

Job Title: Facilities Maintenance Mechanic                                                    City: Clayville, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time, 5th shift (Friday, Saturday, Sunday 7pm to 7 am) for a company that manufactures super-alloy powders used in the aerospace industry. Job Duties: Perform repair work and preventive maintenance on powder manufacturing equipment. Requirements: High School Diploma or GED and U.S. citizenship is required. Skills in carpentry, plumbing and blueprint reading preferred.

 

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits.                                                            Job Order # DF6914667

 

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Friday September 22, 2023

Job Title: Continuous Skills Development Manager                             City: Marcy, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time, for a large retailer’s distribution center. Duties: Implement training programs at the facility level. Participate as a member of the company training network with other facilities to determine current best practices. Requirements: 1-years’ experience in a manufacturing, warehousing, or distribution center environment OR 2 or more years of college in a Business or related field.

Pay: $51,480.00-$100,000.00/year. Benefits.                                           Job Order # DF6930743

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Friday September 22, 2023

Job Title: Direct Support Professional                                                  City: Morrisville, NY

 

Full time or part time, days only, for a human services agency providing services to people with disabilities. Duties: Provide care and assist residents with activities of daily living. Transport and accompany people for appointments and community activities. Requirements: Valid NYS Driver's License required. No previous experience needed - agency provides paid training.

Pay: Starting pay $16.20-$17.70/hour. Sign-on Bonus. Benefits.  Job Order # DF6922495

 

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Featured Job Opportunities and Hiring Events - Sept. 20, 2023

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See who's looking to HIRE YOU today!

 

Featured Job Opportunities

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 9/11/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 9/12/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 9/13/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 9/14/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 9/15/2023

Featured Hiring Events

  • 9/20/23-Utica Mini Job Fair at Utica Working Solutions. Participating employers include MVHS, The Grand, Office of Mental Health, Walmart, Department of Corrections and Community Supervision and Pursuit Aerospace. 
  • 9/21/23- Giotto Enterprises will be at Herkimer Working Solutions, 320 N. Prospect Street, Herkimer from 10-12! They will be recruiting for CNC Machine Operators at Fermer Precision in Ilion, mainly looking for 2nd and 3rd shift employees.  This could be a great way to get your start in a growing career field. Stop in and find out more.
  • 9/22/23-The United States Postal Service is holding a Hiring Workshop from 10 am to 2 pm at the Post Office at 100 Pitcher Street, Utica, NY. Now hiring City Carrier Assistants - $19.33/hour; Rural Carrier Associates - $19.94/hour; PSE Sales and Services Associates - $20.05/hour. Stop by and apply! 
  • 9/26/23-Free Virtual Seven County Job Fair. All businesses and job seekers in the following counties are invited to register: Herkimer, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga, Chenango, Delaware, and Otsego counties. The job fair will take place Tuesday, September 26, 2023, from 11:00am to 1:00pm There will also be staff available from the Workforce Development Board training grant programs to talk to job seekers about how our free programs can help job seekers get started in a satisfying and good paying career. Information and registration link can be found on the Working Solutions website here: https://www.working-solutions.org/news/free-virtual-job-fair-september-26-2023 .
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New Herkimer County Job Opportunities

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Social Services - Support Investigator

Public Health - Senior Family Support Specialist

Public Health -  Healthy Families Supervisor

Public Health - Family Support Specialist

Herkimer County Highway - Laborer

Associate Computer Programmer

Herkimer College: HVAC Systems Mechanic

Herkimer College: Working Foreperson

 

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Madison County and Vicinity Job Opportunities - September 19, 2023

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These great local companies are hiring now!

 

CNC Lathe and CNC Mill operator positions:

Canastota N/C is looking to fill four full time CNC Lathe and CNC Mill operator positions for 1st and 2nd shift. Candidates that have CNC Lathe and/or Mill experience are preferred. We will also train candidates to operate the CNC Lathes and Mills. 1st shift hours are Monday thru Friday; 7:00am-3:30pm; Overtime may be required during the week or Saturdays. 2nd shift hours are Monday thru Friday; 3:30pm-2:00am; Overtime is included in the shift hours and may be reduced as required.

Pay range: $18.00-$30.00 per hour DOE.

Responsibilities: Must utilize precision measuring devices to perform inspections on the accuracy of their work and to adjust tooling offsets and replace tools when needed. Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations. Must understand enough basic math to verify job requirements and specifications. Load/ Unload parts from machine, wash, and carefully pack parts in box. Ensure layer counts in box are accurate.

Minimum Qualifications: High School or Equivalent is preferred. Two Years of Operating CNC Equipment is preferred. Previous experience with Mazak Mazatrol software is preferred. Applicants must possess mathematical and mechanical aptitude and the ability to multi-task. Ability to comprehend work instructions, and quality documents. Must be able to read and write English well enough to understand process instructions, work orders, and other paperwork. Must be able to lift 25 pounds waist high. Must be able to stand for long periods of time and withstand twisting and turning of your body.

Employee Benefits: Participation in Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Monthly Bonus Program, dental insurance, health insurance, health savings account, life insurance, paid time off and vision insurance.

All interested candidates should send a resume along with a start date to:

 

Case Manager:

Madison County Office for the Aging is seeking a Case Manager. The selected candidate must possess knowledge of the characteristics, needs and interests of the aging.  The candidate must possess knowledge of community agencies, facilities and services which can be utilized to aid the elderly.  

Minimum qualifications: Must possess a Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of experience in community organization or in the field of aging or an Associate degree with four years’ experience in community organization or in the field of aging or a High School Diploma with six years’ experience in community organization or in the field of aging. Computer skills necessary. Valid NYS driver’s license is required.

The selected candidate would work Monday thru Friday.  This is a 40 hour per week position. Pay is $40,500 annually. Benefit package includes health insurance, paid time off, and a 401k retirement plan.  

Interested candidates should apply to  or apply in person or mail their resume to Madison County Office for the Aging, Inc 138 Dominic Bruno Blvd Canastota NY 13032  EOE

 

Assistant Director of Children with Special Needs Program:

Madison County seeks a full time Assistant Director of Children with Special Needs Program in the Public Health Department responsible for overseeing the Madison County Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs Information and Referral program by connecting with families and providing resources, information, making appropriate referrals and encouraging parent participation and advocacy. The incumbent completes reports, maintains documentation, coordinates outreach as well as coordinating transportation services for children participating in the Early Intervention and Pre K programs in Madison County. The work is performed under the direct supervision of the Director of Children with Special Needs Program with leeway allowed for the exercise of independent judgment. Direct supervision is exercised over subordinate professional, paraprofessional and clerical staff. The incumbent performs related work as required.

Minimum qualifications: Either:

A. Possession of a Master’s Degree in Education, Public Administration, Health Services Management, Human Services or a related field, and one year of full time paid experience, or its part time equivalent, in human services administration, disability services or a related field; or

B. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a

Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Public Administration, Health Services Management, Human Services

or a related field, and three years of full time paid experience, or its part time equivalent, in human services administration, disability services or a related field; or

C. An equivalent combination of training and experience, as defined by the limits of A and B above

Note: Degrees must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If your degree was awarded by an educational institution outside of the United States and its territories, the candidate must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of acceptable companies who provide this service can be found on the internet at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm . Candidates will be required to pay the evaluation fee.

Pay is $58,363 2023 minimum starting salary; 37.5 hours/week.  This is a tested civil service position.

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Interested applicants should apply online at https://madison-portal.mycivilservice.com/

 

Cable Assemblers:

R-Tronics is hiring for Cable Assemblers in Rome, NY.

 * Cable Assemblers -Full in-house training program, eye exam provided

Summary: 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.

 * Duties include but not limited to: Reads and follows processes and performs work as assigned.  Cuts, strips, crimps, or otherwise assemble the materials to produce sub-assemblies.  Distinguishes colors and read small print in order to perform procedural process.  Learn and retain information, relating to standards and specifications through provided class room and on the job training.  Ability to evaluate any mechanical or material issues.  Place finished materials in designated areas.  Maintain a clean and safe work area.  Performs other related duties and assignments as required  All production workers are expected to be available to work in all area of production.

*Vision requirement 20/20 corrected, must be able to distinguish colors and must have steady hands and fine motor skills. 

 * Skills/Qualifications: High degree of manual dexterity in order to handle small objects.  Ability to interpret both verbal and written instructions.  Be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time.  May require lifting of heavy materials i.e. spools of wire. Use of wire cutting tools, wire crimping tools, wire spools and other materials necessary to the production of cable assembly products. 

Interested applicants to email a resume to 

*  VETERANS ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!

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FREE Virtual Job Fair September 26, 2023

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All businesses and job seekers in the following counties are invited to register: Herkimer, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga, Chenango, Delaware, and Otsego counties.

The job fair will take place Tuesday, September 26, 2023, from 11:00am to 1:00pm

There will also be staff available from our training grant programs to talk to job seekers about how our free programs can help job seekers get started in a satisfying and good paying career.


>Employers and Job Seekers can chat one-on-one using text or meet over video

>Comprehensive reporting features for both employers and job seekers

>Easy to use Premier Virtual Job Fair platform

Register today! The combined registration link for businesses and job seekers is:

https://pvapi.premiervirtual.com/s/dolGYx

(Businesses select: "Organization"
Job Seekers select: "Attendee")

If you have previously attended one of our Premier Virtual Job Fair platform job fairs, select "Log In"

Job Seekers can log in to "preview" the job opportunities on September 25th at 9am.

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Attending Businesses as of Sept. 20th

SNAP-Ed NY
OTSEGO COUNTY - GOVERNMENT
Corning Incorporated - Oneonta
Community Wellness Partners
Knowles Precision Devices
Coalyard Charlie's
Lithia & Driveway
Oneonta Job Corps Academy
Standard Insulating Co.
NYS OPWDD - Broome DDSOO
Springbrook
Arc of Onondaga
National Grid
Brookdale Clinton
Legal Aid Society of Mid-New York, Inc.
Human Technologies
Walmart- North Utica
Catholic Charities Oneida/Madison County
opwdd.ny.gov
CIRCARE
The Neighborhood Center, Inc.
The New York Early Childhood Professional Development Institute
Bassett Healthcare Network
CABVI
Otsego Northern Catskills BOCES
US Census Bureau
First Choice Staffing
White's Farm Supply Inc
UnitedHealth Group
Hutchings Psychiatric Center
UPS
Kunkel Ambulance
Prime Care Coordination
Park Outdoor Advertising of NY, Inc
City of Norwich
International Paper
Birnie Bus Service
Defense Finance and Accounting Service
CRM Rental Management, Inc.
Upstate Caring Partners

 

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Sponsored by the Workforce Development Board's Regional Apprenticeship Development and Readiness (RADAR) Project. The RADAR project advances the U.S. Department of Labor’s efforts to expand and modernize Registered Apprenticeship by increasing the number of programs and apprentices, diversifying the industries that use Registered Apprenticeship and improving the access to and performance of Registered Apprenticeship Programs for underrepresented and underserved communities, with individuals with disabilities as the primary participants. This program is 100% funded by a United States Department of Labor - Employment and Training Administration’s (ETA) award of $2,999,993.

RADAR staff will be available at the job fair to speak with anyone interested in participating in the grant.

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FREE Virtual Workshops You Can Take This Week - Sept. 19, 2023

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Check out these valuable workshops you can take online from the NYS Department of Labor. Plus--you can chat with an Employment Counselor too!

Sept 19

11 am - Going to School to Get Back to Work
11 am - Veterans Services and Resources
1 pm - Salary Negotiation

Sept 20

11 am - Using Age to Your Advantage
1 pm - Reasonable Accommodation: It’s Easier Than You Think
1 pm -  Interviewing Techniques

Sept 21

11 am  - Public Speaking
11 am  - Fostering Access, Rights & Equity (FARE) for Woman Workers
1 pm  - SUNY Microcredentials

Sept 22

11 am  - Chat with an Employment Counselor
1 pm  - Networking

 

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Featured Jobs and Hiring Opportunities - September 8, 2023

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Mark Your Calendars. There's a lot happening in September!

Featured Job Opportunities

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 9/5/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 9/6/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 9/7/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 9/8/2023

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - Sept. 11 - 15, 2023

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To learn more about these job opportunities:

For Job Order Numbers that start with "NY" GO HERE and type in the Job Order Number. 

For Job Order Numbers that start with "DF" - Contact your local Working Solutions Career Center

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Monday September 11, 2023

Job Title: Accounting Technician                                                        City: Rome, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a government agency providing financial services to the military. Duties: Maintain accounting transactions, accounting records, and ledgers for multiple accounts. Enter data into applicable software systems. Requirements: High School diploma or the equivalent and one year of experience processing financial or accounting transactions.

Pay: $37,696-$51,193/year. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1476168

 

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Monday September 11, 2023

Job Title: HHAs, PCAs, and Home Companions                                   City: Sherrill, NY

                                                                                                         

Full and part time positions available with a home healthcare agency. Various locations. Days and shifts vary depending on patient lifestyle. Duties: Assist with personal care needs and home management. Requirements: Home Health Aide or Personal Care Aide Certification required for HHA or PCA positions. No certification is required for Home Companion positions, but previous direct care experience preferred.

Pay: Competitive pay based on experience. Benefits.                        Job Order # NY1476290

 

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Tuesday September 12, 2023

Job Title: Welders                                                                               City: Little Falls, NY

 

Full time positions available on all shifts with the largest industrial tank manufacturer in the US. Duties: Fit and weld storage tanks. Requirements: All training provided onsite. Creativity and welding experience are a plus. Plenty of opportunity for advancement.

 

Pay: Minimum of $19.00/hour. Overtime available. Benefits.              Job Order # NY1476510

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Tuesday September 12, 2023

Job Title: IT Help Desk Technician                                                      City: Cazenovia, NY

 

Full time for a manufacturer of precision electronic devices. Duties: Install, assemble, and configure software, computers, network infrastructure, and peripherals. Requirements: Associates degree in computer science or computer engineering and 1-3 years of experience with end-user support. Must have experience working with Windows servers and knowledge of networking in a Microsoft environment.

Pay: $55,000-65,000/year. Benefits.                                                      Job Order # DF6902272

 

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Wednesday September 13, 2023

Job Title: Senior Diesel Mechanic                                                     City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a waste management business. Duties: Troubleshoot, repair, and rebuild major components on company vehicles and equipment. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent and four (4) years of relevant work experience required. Must have a valid New York State driver’s license and clean driving record.  

 

Pay: $27.00 - $36.00/hour.                                                                    Job Order # NY1476474

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Wednesday September 13, 2023

Job Title: Landscape Laborer                                                              City: Westmoreland, NY

 

Full time, year-round position with a local landscaping company. Duties: Mowing, planting, mulching, installing pavers and patios and snowplowing and shoveling in the winter months. Position may be Supervisory in nature, for the right candidate. Requirements: Must be dependable. Experience preferred but employer will consider a trainee. Must have a valid NYS driver license and transportation.

 

Pay: Competitive pay based on experience.                                       Job Order # NY1476550

 

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Thursday September 14, 2023

Job Title: Farmhand                                                                            City: Morrisville, NY   

 

Full time for a state college dairy farming program. Duties: Take care of a dairy herd and manage specific farm operations. Requirements: Three years of farm experience, or one year of farm experience and completion of a high school agricultural course, or one year of agricultural education beyond the high school level. Must be able to operate farm equipment, primarily skid loader and tractor.

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits.                                                           Job Order # DF6891834

 

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Thursday September 14, 2023

Job Title: Maintenance Assistant                                                                   City: Frankfort, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for the state canal corporation. Job Duties: Assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of canal equipment. Requirements: Must have two years of full-time experience in maintenance or mechanical work; OR completion of an appropriate two-year technical course at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services. CDL B Driver’s license required within the first 5 months of hire.

 

Pay: $17.26 to $24.95/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DF6902815

 

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Friday September 15, 2023 

Job Title: Private Investigator                                                              City: Rome, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time, for a security agency. Duties: Investigate insurance claims for a variety of coverage including workers' compensation, general liability, property and casualty, and disability. Requirements: Associates or bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or related field desired but not required. Company will look at experience in lieu of formal education.

Pay: $17.00-$21.00/hour. Benefits.                                                        Job Order # DF6878702

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Friday September 15, 2023

Job Title: Human Resources Generalist                                               City: Sherril, NY

 

Full time for company that manufactures outdoor equipment. Duties: Manage recruitment efforts, develop, and conduct training on HR related topics. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three years of related professional, progressive experience in human resources; experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits.                                                           Job Order # DF6876727

 

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WDB September/October Apprenticeship Newsletter

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Read about how our free learning/training apprenticeship grant programs can help you get started in a good paying career in a field you love.

PLUS - We have:

A Free virtual job fair on Sept. 26th (Register Now!)

Great new success stories to share with you

Incentives for businesses

New staff to introduce to you

Informative articles

And lots more to share with you...

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WDB/Working Solutions Newsletter September 2023

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There's a lot of opportunities for you happening in September! Plus--

We're introducing new staff members

And we've got a lot of success stories to share

Along with workforce news and community events...

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The United States Postal Service is hiring in Utica and Surrounding Areas!

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You're invited to a hiring workshop at the Pitcher Street Post Office in Utica on September 22nd. 

 

WHERE:  Post Office at 100 Pitcher Street, Utica 
WHEN:  Friday, September 22nd 10am – 2pm

Hiring For

City Carrier Assistants - $19.33/hour
Rural Carrier Associates - $19.94/hour
PSE Sales Svcs/Dist Associates - $20.05/hour

"Come and apply for any of our openings in Utica and other surrounding areas with onsite assistance!!!
Your Career Starts Here!"

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Free Online Workshops you can take this Week from the New York State Department of Labor

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And you chat with an Employment Counselor too!

 

Sept 5

1 pm - NYSDOL Resources 101
1 pm - Writing Effective Cover Letters

Sept 6

11 am - Career Assessment & Exploration
11 am - An Overview of ACCES-VR Services
1 pm - Job Fair Preparation

Sept 7

11 am - Networking
11 am - SNAP Overview

1 pm Using Age to Your Advantage

Sept 8

11 am Chat with an Employment Counselor

 

GO HERE to learn more and register-- and see more upcoming opportunities.

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Featured Job Opportunities and Hiring Events - September 5, 2023

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We've got some great new local opportunities for you this week!

 

Featured Job Opportunities

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 8/28/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 8/29/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 8/30/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 8/31/2023

Featured Hiring Events

Ongoing Hiring:

  • Pratt & Whitney HMI Interview Day in Clayville, NY is each Wednesday; Must apply online at https://www.Careers.RTX.com and receive invite from business.
  • Walmart in Utica and New Hartford is holding open interviews on Tuesdays at 5 pm at the Utica Walmart and Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11 am at the New Hartford Walmart.
  • Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center is hiring Food Service and Environmental Services workers. No experience needed. To find out more call 315-738-4425.
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WKTV - 2 “Back to Work” Job Orders for Sept. 4 – Sept. 8, 2023

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To learn more about these job opportunities:

For Job Order Numbers that start with "NY" GO HERE and type in the Job Order Number. 

For Job Order Numbers that start with "DF" - Contact your local Working Solutions Career Center

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Monday September 4, 2023

Job Title: Voice Over Talent                                                                 City: Rome, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a company that provides services to the defense and aerospace industries. Duties: Record voice-over tracks in a foreign language-Arabic, Spanish, or Russian- for the company’s online learning platform. Requirements: Native proficiency in Arabic, Spanish, or Russian and experience working with audio equipment and software required to capture and edit voice-over tracks.

Pay: $15.00-$20.00/hour.                                                                       Job Order # DF6840795

 

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Monday September 4, 2023

Job Title: Production Supervisor                                                         City: Clayville, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time, Friday-Sunday from 7 AM - 7 PM for a company that manufactures airplane components. Duties: Manage a production team. Guide scheduling and sequencing of work to optimize production. Requirements: Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of supervisory experience or Associate's Degree and 4- years of experience or in the absence of a degree, 6 years of experience.

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits.                                                            Job Order # DF6833964

 

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Tuesday September 5, 2023

Job Title: Experienced Tool Maker                                                       City: Oneida, NY

 

Full time, for a plastics manufacturer. Duties. Build, rework, repair, and assemble a wide variety of special purpose tools, fixtures, gauges, and injection molds. Requirements: High school diploma or GED required. Journeyman Toolmaker papers preferred. Ability to program and/or operate a CNC a plus.

Industrial production experience in a manufacturing facility preferred.

 

Pay: Competitive Pay. Enhanced OT rates. Benefits.                            Job Order # DF6833664

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Tuesday September 5, 2023

Job Title: Administrative Assistant                                                       City: Herkimer, NY

 

Full time, temp to hire opportunity with a well-respected local business. Duties: Answer and direct incoming phone calls, coordinate billing, prepare documents, organize files, and distribute mail. Requirements: High School diploma required. Previous administrative experience preferred. Must be highly proficient with Microsoft products.

Pay: $17.00-$18.00/hour.                                                                       Job Order # DF6839031

 

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Wednesday September 6, 2023

Job Title: Landscape Laborer                                                              City: Chittenango, NY

 

Full time, immediate opening for a tree care and landscaping business. Duties: Assist with planting, mulching, and weeding at client job sites. Requirements: Must have a valid New York State driver’s license and be able to walk long distances, stand, and sit for long periods of time. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. repeatedly.

 

Pay: $16.00-$19.00/hour.                                                                       Job Order # NY1473542

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Wednesday September 6, 2023

Job Title: Housekeeper/Cleaner                                                            City: New York Mills, NY

 

Full time, Monday through Friday, day shift for a manufacturer voted one of the best companies to work for in New York state. Duties: Clean the front office, lobby, restrooms, break areas, conference rooms, and offices. Requirements: Previous professional cleaning experience required. Business is on the bus line.

 

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits.                                                            Job Order # NY1476176

 

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Thursday September 7, 2023

Job Title: Preventive Case Planner                                                       City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a human services agency. Duties: Provide children, youth, and families with case planning activities to prevent out of home placement and support youth returning home from placement. Requirements: Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of experience in the Child Welfare or Juvenile Justice systems. Experience in the human services field and work with at-risk populations, preferred.

Pay: $48,500/year. Benefits.                                                                  Job Order # DF6846909

 

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Thursday September 7, 2023

Job Title: Dishwasher                                                                                     City: Verona, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a busy restaurant and sports bar. Job Duties: Wash and clean tableware, pots, pans, and cooking equipment. Must keep dish room and equipment clean and organized. Requirements: Must be able to work in a hot, humid, and loud environment for long periods of time. Must be able to lift bags, cases, and stacks weighing up to 60 lbs. up to 30 times per shift.

 

Pay: Starts at $16.00/hour. Benefits.                                                     Job Order # DF6846069

 

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Friday September 8, 2023

Job Title: Paralegal                                                                              City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a non-profit public interest law firm. Duties: Screen calls from applicants seeking civil legal assistance. Determine eligibility and make appropriate referrals. Requirements: Bachelor's degree, Associate's degree, paralegal certificate, or an equivalent combination of prior work experience. Prior work experience in a legal environment preferred.

Pay: $40,250-$61,378/year. Benefits.                                                     Job Order # NY1476081

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Friday September 8, 2023

Job Title: Carpenters Apprentice                                                          City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for the Carpenter’s Union. Duties: Take the first step toward becoming a Union Carpenter attend the Apprenticeship Information Session, Monday, September 11th, 6 pm in the Utica State Office Building first floor conference room. You can earn as you learn and receive a tuition free education. Requirements: Must be 18 with a high school diploma or the equivalent and the physical ability to do the job.

Pay: Prevailing wage. Benefits.                                                            Job Order # NY1475367

 

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State Wide Auto LLC is looking for an Operations Manager in Whitesboro

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Hiring Immediately - Anticipated Start Date September 11, 2023

 

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Addtional Info:

Work Hours:        40 to 50

Normal work days Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Overtime?          No

Number of Years of Education Needed?               Depends on individual

Specialized education required?               Depends on individual

Years of Experience Required:   Depends on individual

Will you accept related experience?        Yes

Will you accept a trainee?            Yes

Are you interested in On-The-Job Training?         Yes

Are you interested in an Apprenticeship?             Yes

Are you on a public transportation route?            No

Is a driver's license required?     Yes

Salary Range:      $700 to $800 weekly gross salary

Pay Frequency:  Weekly

Is salary negotiable?       Yes

Health Insurance?           No

Dental Insurance?           No

Paid Vacation?  Yes

Sick Leave?         Yes

Paid Holidays?   Yes

Retirement Plan?             Yes

Clothing Allowance?       Yes

Address:  259 Oriskany Blvd., Whitesboro

Description of products or services : Automotive sales (used cars and trucks), repairs and service, detailing and ceramic coating.

Contact: Andrew Bennett

Website: 

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FREE Virtual Workshops You Can Take This Week - August 28, 2028

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The New York State Department of Labor offers free online workshops every week. Plus, you can speak with an Employment Counselor too!

THIS WEEK:

Aug 28

1 pm - Upskilling

Aug 29

11 am - Job Fair Preparation
1 pm - Salary Negotiation

Aug 30

11 am - Interviewing Techniques
1 pm - Spanish: Roadmap to Getting Hired
1 pm - Learn New Skills with Coursera

Aug 31

11 am  - Transferable Skills
11 am  - Networking
1 pm  - Managing Job Loss & Moving On

Sept 1

1 pm  - Chat with an Employment Counselor

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Featured Job Opportunities and Hiring Events - August 25, 2023

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We've got of new events and opportunities this week!

Job Opportunities

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 8/21/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 8/22/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 8/24/2023

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 8/25/2023

Hiring Events

  • 8/31/23-Sangertown Square Mall is hosting the Get Hired! Job Fair from 2 pm to 6 pm in the mall center court. 
  • 9/11/23-- Carpenters’ Local #277 will hold an information session at the Utica State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, first floor,  at 6 pm. Candidates should use the Genesee Street entrance. This is the first step in becoming a Union Carpenter and earning while you learn in their Apprenticeship Program. 
  • 9/19/23-Central NY/Mohawk Valley Regional Virtual Career Fair-Save the Date!
  • 9/20/23-Utica Mini Job Fair at Utica Working Solutions. Participating employers include MVHS, The Grand, Office of Mental Health, Walmart, Department of Corrections and Community Supervision and Pursuit Aerospace. Watch this space for more information.

Ongoing Hiring:

  • Pratt & Whitney HMI Interview Day in Clayville, NY is each Wednesday; Must apply online at https://www.Careers.RTX.com and receive invite from business.
  • Walmart in Utica and New Hartford is holding open interviews on Tuesdays at 5 pm at the Utica Walmart and Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11 am at the New Hartford Walmart.
  • Mohawk Valley Psychiatric Center is hiring Food Service and Environmental Services workers. No experience needed. To find out more call 315-738-4425.
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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - August 28, 2023

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To learn more about these job opportunities:

For Job Order Numbers that start with "NY" GO HERE and type in the Job Order Number. 

For Job Order Numbers that start with "DF" - Contact your local Working Solutions Career Center

 

Monday August 28, 2023

Job Title: Hydraulic Technician                                                           City: Chadwicks, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a company that refurbishes manufacturing equipment. Duties: Troubleshoot, repair, modify, calibrate, and refurbish a wide variety of hydraulics equipment. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent and 2 years prior experience in mechanical or hydraulic repair or maintenance.

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits.                                                           Job Order # NY1473666

 

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Monday August 28, 2023

Job Title: Medical Assistant                                                                 City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time, for a local family healthcare center. Duties: Greet and room patients, verify demographics, obtain appropriate signatures, and take vital signs. Requirements: High School Diploma or the equivalent and two to five years ‘experience in a clinical or community health setting. Previous experience in caring for chronic disease patients preferred.

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits.                                                           Job Order # NY1475233

 

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Tuesday August 29, 2023

Job Title: Virtual Services Specialist                                                   City: Rome, NY

 

Full time, remote capable position with a local credit union. Duties: Handle the "Virtual Account Opening" process. Complete all virtual accounts, process funding, prepare daily and monthly reports and track activity for fraud prevention. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent and 1 year of customer service experience. Call center or remote customer service experience a plus.

 

Pay: $17.77-$22.21/hour. Benefits.                                                        Job Order # DF6797482

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Tuesday August 29, 2023

 

Job Title: Drafter                                                                                  City: Sangerfield, NY

 

Full time for a modular home manufacturer. Duties: Draft detailed construction drawings of houses and installations. Lay out, redesign, and modify home arrangements and interconnections. Requirements: Associates degree from a two-year college or technical school which includes advance training in AutoCAD OR two to five years' work experience using AutoCAD software.

Pay: $17.00-$22.00/hour. Benefits                                                         Job Order # DF6791110

 

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Wednesday August 30, 2023

Job Title: Teacher Assistant                                                                City: New Hartford, NY

 

Full time for a healthcare provider’s childcare center. Duties: Assist the Head Teacher in developing theme-related, age-appropriate lesson plans. Supervise children and maintain a neat, orderly classroom. Keep attendance records and complete necessary paperwork. Requirements: High School Diploma or its equivalent or substantial experience working with children ages infant to five years.

 

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits.                                                           Job Order # DF6791192

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Wednesday August 30, 2023

Job Title: CDL B Driver                                                                        City: Waterville, NY

 

Full time, 40 hours per week, home every night, for a local lumber company. Duties: Make local lumber deliveries to customer homes and job sites. Safely load and unload building materials on truck. Verify the accuracy of orders. Requirements: Clean, valid CDL B driver’s license. Must be able to lift 50-80 lbs. regularly. Forklift experience required. Building material product-knowledge a plus.  

 

Pay: Pay based on experience. Benefits.                                            Job Order # DF6792792

 

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Thursday August 31, 2023

Job Title: Finance Manager                                                                 City: Mohawk, NY       

 

Full time for an office supply and equipment retailer. Duties: Provide high-quality financial management and business advice. Monitor and maintain company financial information. Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and five years of professional accounting experience; OR Six years of professional accounting experience. Candidates must have at least 2 years of recent collections work experience.

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits.                                                           Job Order # NY1475355

 

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Thursday August 31, 2023

Job Title: Security Guard                                                                               City: Utica Area Locations, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time, currently hiring for all shifts. Job Duties: Conduct walking tours, monitor camera systems, control facility access, and perform other security related duties. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Previous experience and Security Guard certification preferred.

 

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits.                                                           Job Order # NY1475474

 

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Friday September 1, 2023

Job Title: Program Coordinator                                                           City: Canastota, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for the county Office for the Aging. Duties: Coordinate services for clients, their caregivers, and families. Assist them in accessing long-term services to help them or their loved one to remain in their own home rather than be placed in an institutional setting. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must be able to undergo a successful background check and reference check.

Pay: $36,400/year. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1475534

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Friday September 1, 2023

Job Title: Laboratory Technician                                                         City: Frankfort, NY

 

Full time, second shift for a metal alloy manufacturer. Duties: Prepare product samples and run laboratory equipment to test samples and perform analysis. Requirements: Associate's Degree in a scientific discipline preferred, or 1 to 2 years of equivalent laboratory experience.

Pay: $17.00-$18.00/hour plus $1.00 shift differential. Benefits.             Job Order # NY1475426

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The Help Restore Hope Center Program is looking to hire an Advocate in Madison County

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The Help Restore Hope Center Program is looking to hire an Advocate for the Enough is Enough (EIE) position.

In this position you are responsible for the development and implementation of presentations, outreach, and training related to domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking on Colgate University and Suny Morrisville (Madison County location) campuses. The Advocate will work in the Madison County office with the rest of the Help Restore Hope Center Advocates and be responsible for sharing hotline duties.

The position is co-located at Colgate University and SUNY Morrisville.

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