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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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WKTV “Back2Work” Job Orders for April 12 - April 16, 2021

Monday April 12, 2021

Job Title: Accounting Technician                                                       City: Rome, NY

Full time, work from home, for a government agency serving the military.  Duties: Perform duties involving the maintenance of accounting data. Requirements: High School diploma or the equivalent and 1-year experience. There will be virtual workshops to assist candidates with the specialized application process Tuesday April 13th and Thursday, April 15th. Contact Rome Working Solutions to register.315-339-0046.

Pay: $35,265-$45,847per year. Benefits.                                              Job Order #   NY1365726



Monday April 12, 2021

Job Title: Registered Nurse                                                               City: Herkimer, NY

Part time and per diem for the local Sheriff’s Office. Duties: Provide care to inmate patients to promote and improve their overall health. Requirements: Current RN license in good standing with New York State and current BLS certification.

Pay: $26.14/hour                                                                                 Job Order # NY1363360



Tuesday April 13, 2021

Job Title: Fleet Supervisor                                                                  City: Rome, NY
Full time for a new distribution center. Duties: Provide daily supervision of hourly commercial

drivers and other transportation employees. Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent required. College education preferred. Prior experience directly supervising commercial drivers preferred

Pay: Not specified. Benefits.                                                               Job Order # NY1365767                                                      



Tuesday April 13, 2021

Job Title: IT Specialist-Entry Level                                                     City: Frankfort, NY                                      
Full time or part time hours available for a distributor of safety equipment and industrial supplies. Duties: Monitor, prioritize, schedule, and respond to IT help requests. Requirements: Associates Degree or equivalent preferred. Will consider candidates working on a degree or certification in a related field. Must be willing to learn and grow with the company.

Pay: Starts at $17.00/hour. Benefits.                                                   Job Order # NY1365596



Wednesday April 14, 2021

Job Title: Home Care Aide                                                                  City: Utica, NY

Full time or part time. Flexible day shift openings to match your availability.  Duties: Provide personal care, shopping, and light housekeeping for clients in the Utica area.  Requirements: Must be a certified Personal Care Aide, HHA, or CNA (expired PCA or HHA ok) Company will transition CNA to HHA with a free one-day class. Reliable vehicle & valid driver's license required.

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits. New Hire bonus.                               Job Order #   DE9432599



Wednesday April 14, 2021

Job Title: Welder-Entry level                                                              City: Munnsville, NY

Full time for an outdoor equipment manufacturer. Duties: Weld assemblies to engineering specifications and perform basic maintenance on welding equipment Requirements: High School diploma required. Previous welding experience preferred. Must be able to lift 25-50 lbs.

Pay: Not specified. Benefits.                                                               Job Order # DE9437812




Thursday April 15, 2021

Job Title: Shipping Manager                                                               City: New York Mills, NY
Full time for a local manufacturer. Duties: Oversee all Shipping personnel and assign workloads to maximize on-time shipping of customer orders. Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent and

3-5 years' experience managing a manufacturing shipping department.

Pay:  Not specified. Benefits.                                                              Job Order # NY1365385



Thursday April 15, 2021

Job Title: Laborer                                                                               City: Canastota, NY
Full time for a party rental business.  Duties: Put up tents, tables and other equipment for parties and events. Requirements: Must be able to lift and stand for long periods of time. Valid driver’s license is preferred. Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends.

Pay: Not specified.                                                                              Job Order # NY1365516



Friday April 16, 2021

Job Title:  Certified Nurse Aide Training                                            City: Morrisville, NY

Full time, 5-week paid training course offered by a long-term care facility. Duties: Earn your CNA Certification.   Following the training, the business will hire for open shifts.  Requirements: High School Diploma or the equivalent.

Pay: $12.50 per hour during training. Benefits.                                  Job Order # NY1365743 



Friday April 16, 2021

Job Title: Associate Civil Engineer                                                     City: Herkimer, NY                                                                       
Full-time, for a County agency. Duties: Assists the professional engineering staff by performing field and

office work in connection with highway construction projects. Requirements: An Associate degree in civil engineering technology, surveying technology or a related field and two years of experience in engineering work. Equivalent education and experience will be considered.

Pay: Not specified. Benefits                                                                Job Order # NY1364575
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MVCC Job Corps Scholars Program Update

The Job Corps Scholars program at MVCC is now open to US citizens or permanent residents from any community in the Mohawk Valley, across NY state, or out of state. See the updated flyer for more information!

 
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Internship – Entry-Level Barrel Making

Interested in learning a new skill? Ready for a new opportunity to do something unique and different? Adirondack Barrel Cooperage makes premium American white oak spirit and wine barrels. They have partnered with the Workforce Development Institute of New York to create a paid Internship to introduce interested candidates to the art of barrel making (coopering). Full-time employment opportunity available upon successful completion of the Internship program.

Term: 8 to 10 weeks (320 hours)

Rate of Pay: $15.00 per hour

Learning Experiences may include:

  • Set up, operate, and tend drill presses, lathes, sanders, planers, and bandsaws.

  • Use automated machinery, such as computerized numerical control (CNC) machines.

  • Operate specialized pieces of woodworking machinery.

  • Use of hand tools.

  • Perform work in a production/manufacturing facility following safety rules.

  • Stave processing, preparation, and grading.

  • Barrel head preparation.

  • Verify dimensions using caliper or rule.

  • Sand barrels using sander machine, hand sanders and sandpaper.

  • Barrel testing.

  • Use of barrel wrapping machine and palletize barrels for shipment.

  • Clean production/work areas.

Compatible Experience/Background:

  • Carpentry/Construction

  • Furniture or Cabinetry Assembly

  • Manufacturing

  • Woodworking

Requirements:

  • Must be 18 years of age.

  • Must have reliable transportation.

  • Must be able to lift 100 lbs.

  • Availability to work Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.

Application Deadline: April 23, 2021

To apply, send a resume detailing skills, experience, and personal goals to . Resumes will be reviewed for potential in-person interviews. Only persons interested in the opportunity for a full-time position upon successful completion of the Internship should apply.

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WKTV “Back2Work” Job Orders for April 5 – April 9, 2021

Monday April 5, 2021

Job Title: Machine Operator                                                               City: Utica, NY

Full time a specialty textile manufacturer. Duties: Assist in set-up and operation of production machines.  Requirements: High School diploma or the equivalent. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Must have reliable transportation to and from work. Veterans and On the Job Training eligible individuals are encouraged to apply.

Pay: Starts at $14.00/hour. Benefits.                                                   Job Order # NY1364958




Monday April 5, 2021

 Job Title: Carpenters’ Union Pre-Apprenticeship for Women            City: Utica, NY                                                                       
Training leading to full time positions with a local labor union. Duties: This is a four-week program for women, that can directly lead into a five-year carpentry apprenticeship program. There will be a virtual information session on April 12th. Pre-registration is required. Requirements: High School Diploma or the equivalent. Good opportunity for women who currently have little or no construction experience.

Pay: Not specified.                                                                                   Job Order #NY1359884



Tuesday April 6, 2021

Job Title: Line and Prep Cooks                                                           City: New Hartford, NY
Full time and part time positions available for a popular local restaurant. Duties: Prep and cook dishes to order for customers. Requirements: 1- year experience working in a busy restaurant kitchen. Candidates must possess dependable transportation with excellent attendance and work history.

Pay: $13.00-$16.00 + per hour, based on experience.                         Job Order # NY1359862     



Tuesday April 6, 2021

Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator                                                 City: Frankfort, NY                                                                 
Full time for a local highway department. Duties: Year-round work. Drive trucks, operate snowplow and other heavy equipment. Requirements: CDL B License, reference check, physical exam, drug test and background check required.

Pay: Starts at $19.15/hour. Benefits.                                      Job Order # NY1363782



Wednesday April 7, 2021

Job Title: Production Workers                                                   City: Oneida, NY

Full time for a state-of-the-art greenhouse facility.  Duties: Care for plants and harvest and package produce.  Requirements: Ability to work in varying temperatures that can be cool to hot. Must be capable of frequently lifting up to 30 lbs. Position requires standing and walking for the entire shift. Environment includes a refrigerated warehouse.

Pay: $14.50/hour. Benefits.                                                     Job Order # NY1364842



Wednesday April 7, 2021

Job Title: Residential Mortgage Underwriter                             City: Rome, NY

Full time for a local Credit Union. Duties: Underwrite at least 3 applications daily along with keeping a pipeline of 20-25 files. Requirements: Financial Institution experience with a minimum 1 year of mortgage processing experience. Must have basic knowledge of guidelines and regulations for Conventional mortgages.

Pay: Not specified. Benefits.                                                               Job Order # DE9412026




Thursday April 8, 2021

Job Title: IT Support Specialist                                                          City: New York Mills, NY
Full time for a local manufacturer. Duties: Provide technical assistance and support for issues related to IT systems, software, and hardware. Requirements: Associates Degree or certification in a related field and 2 years' experience.

Pay:  Not specified. Benefits.                                                              Job Order # NY1364848



Thursday April 8, 2021

Job Title: Accounting Technician                                                       City: Rome, NY
Full time, work from home, for a government agency serving members of the military.  Duties: Perform various duties involving the maintenance of ledgers and accounting data. Requirements: High School diploma or the equivalent and 1 experience processing financial or accounting transactions using standardized procedures. Related college education may be substituted for experience.

Pay: $35,265-$45,847per year. Benefits.                                     Job Order #   NY1364977



Friday April 9, 2021

Job Title:  Day Maintenance Associate                                               City: Rome, NY

Full time and part time positions, day shift, with a large retailer. Duties: Cleaning restrooms, mopping, sweeping, dusting, cleaning up spills, gathering carts and keeping the parking lot clean. Requirements: Must be able to perform physically strenuous work in a fast-paced environment.

Pay: Not specified. Benefits.                                                              Job Order # NY1365044



Friday April 9, 2021

Job Title: Transportation Outreach Coordinator                                City: Utica, NY                                                                       
Full-time, for a non-profit community organization serving people age 50+. Duties: Develop marketing and educational materials. Perform outreach to local community organizations and coordinate the volunteer transportation program. Requirements: Associate’s degree preferred. Valid driver’s license and knowledge of transportation programs or systems planning required.

Pay: Not specified.                                                                              Job Order # NY1364941
 
 
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Helping CNY Get Back To Work

The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, and Oneida Counties, Inc. (WDB HMO), DBA Working Solutions, is part of the Public Workforce System, a network of federal, state, and local offices that support economic expansion and develop the talent of the nation’s workforce.

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