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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.

Chamber Alliance of the Mohawk Valley Meeting - December 9, 2020


The Chamber Alliance of the Mohawk Valley is having their monthly meeting on Wednesday, December 9th at 12:00 PM that will include:

- Senator Joseph Griffo

- Senator-Elect Peter Oberacker

- Assemblywoman Marianne Buttenschon

- Assemblyman Brian Miller

- Assemblyman Robert Smullen

 

The public can attend. RSVP to so that they will have room for all attendees on the Zoom conference call. Secretary Mutchler will confirm attendance and meeting log-in information with all who RSVP.
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WKTV - “Back2Work” Job Orders for November 23 - November 27, 2020

Monday November 23, 2020

Job Title: Production Operators                                                City: Cazenovia, NY

Full time, temp to hire for a precision device manufacturer. Duties: Operate machines to metalize ceramic plates. Requirements: High School diploma and 1 years' experience operating machinery. Must have math skills and be able to use test equipment and read schematics.

Pay: $14.00/hour. Benefits.                                                        Job Order #  NY1354282



 Monday November 23, 2020

Job Title: Maintenance Supervisor                                            City: Herkimer, NY

Full time for long term healthcare facility.  Duties: Oversee the maintenance and security of the building.  Requirements: Minimum 2 years' experience in maintenance supervision. Prior hospital, nursing home or related health facility experience preferred. Clean, valid NYS Driver License required.

Pay:  $15.00-$16.00/hour. Benefits.                                            Job Order #  NY1353664




Tuesday November 24, 2020

Job Title: Welders, Metal Finishers and Fabricators                 City: Frankfort, NY

Full time for a local manufacturer of stainless-steel tanks. Duties: Work includes welding, cutting, forming, finishing and assembling metal parts.  Requirements: Manufacturing experience required. Metal working experience preferred.

Pay: Based on experience. Benefits                                           Job Order #  DE8732674




Tuesday November 24, 2020

Job Title: Journeyman Electricians                                           City: Taberg, NY                                                                   
Full time, contract work for a company that installs solar arrays. Duties: Assemble solar photovoltaic (PV) systems.  Requirements: Candidates must have at least 2 years of prior commercial electrical construction experience. Related experience such as industrial electrician will also be considered.

Pay: Up to $35.00/hour based on experience.                            Job Order #  NY1354323



Wednesday November 25, 2020

Job Title: Accounting Clerk                                                       City: Mohawk, NY

Full time for regional office supply company. Duties: Process accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit and collections transactions. Requirements: High School diploma or the equivalent and one to three months related experience or training. Must have computer and office machine skills.

Pay: Not specified.                                                                     Job Order # NY1354372



Wednesday November 25, 2020

Job Title: Color Matcher                                                            City: Rome, NY

Full time for a company that manufactures high-quality powder coating.  Duties: Identify quality problems in gloss, evenness of finish, and color. Requirements:  Must be able to lift 55 lbs. and have the physical ability to perform the required tasks.

Pay: $15.00/hour.                                                                        Job Order # NY1354368




Thursday November 26, 2020

Job Title: Janitorial Associate                                                   City: Cazenovia, NY
Full time for a local switch manufacturer.  Duties: General cleaning and facility and grounds maintenance. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent and at least 3 years’ related experience or training.

Pay: $15.00/hour, more based on experience. Benefits              Job Order #  NY1353254



Thursday November 26, 2020

Job Title: Supervising Community Health Nurse                       City: Herkimer, NY  
Full time for a local county agency. Duties: Supervise a Licensed Home Care Services Agency and community health programs. Requirements: RN License and 4 years of experience.

Pay: Not specified. Benefits                                                       Job Order # NY1354349



Friday November 27, 2020

Job Title: Warehouse Associates                                               City: Rome, NY

Full time for a regional distribution center. Duties: Move merchandise from area to area using conveyors and power lifts. Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required. Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds.

Pay: $14.25 - $18/hour. Benefits.                                             Job Order # NY1353938



Friday November 27, 2020

Job Title: Analytical Laboratory Technician                              City: Utica, NY

Full time for a chemical compound manufacturer. Duties: Operate analytical instrumentation to analyze samples.  Requirements: Associate's degree in Chemistry. Bachelor's degree in the Sciences preferred.

Must have 3 years’ experience in a chemical or analytical laboratory.

Pay: Not specified. Benefits.                                                      Job Order #  NY1354518
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New York Forward Loan Fund

ESD’s Small Business Division oversees many loan programs including the the New York Forward Loan Fund (NYFLF). NYFLF is an economic recovery loan program aimed at supporting New York State small businesses, nonprofits and small residential landlords survive the economic impacts of the Covid – 19 pandemic.

Eligible small businesses and small residential landlords can apply for a 60-month, no-fee loan with a 3% fixed interest rate; while eligible non-profits can apply for a 60-month, no-fee loan at 2% fixed interest. The maximum loan amount is $100,000. Loan funds can be used for working capital including payroll, operating and emergency maintenance, property taxes, utilities and costs associated with refitting physical space to follow social distancing guidelines. More information is available online at nyloanfund.com.

Businesses that previously received a Paycheck Protection Loan up to $50,000 are now also eligible to apply!
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WKTV “Back2Work” Job Orders for November 16 - November 20, 2020

Monday November 16, 2020

Job Title: Nutrition Services Positions                                      City: Utica, NY

Full time or part time for a local healthcare system.  Duties: Assemble prepared foods for regular and therapeutic diet trays. Will have direct patient contact taking orders, delivering meal trays, and retrieving trays. Requirements: High School diploma or the equivalent. These are entry level positions with opportunities for advancement.

Pay: Not specified.                                                                     Job Order #  NY1354051



 Monday November 16, 2020

Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator                                        City: Frankfort, NY

Full time for a local Highway Department.  Duties: Drive truck, operate snowplow and operate heavy equipment. Requirements: CDL B License, reference check, physical exam, drug test, and background check required.

Pay:  Starts at $18.60/hour. Benefits.                                         Job Order # NY1354062




Tuesday November 17, 2020

Job Title: Registered Nurse, Part Time                                      City: Utica, NY

Full time for a local independent living center. Duties: Perform program intakes, nursing assessments, and staff in-services. Requirements: Five years of direct nursing experience, preferably in a home health care setting. One year of nursing supervision experience is highly preferred.

Pay: Not specified.                                                                     Job Order #  DE8644704




Tuesday November 17, 2020

Job Title: Store Associates                                                        City: Rome, NY                        
Full time and part time temp to hire positions with a major retailer. Duties: Positions are currently available for Sales Associates in Hardware, Fabric and Crafts, Auto Care and Sporting Goods. Also hiring stockers.  Requirements: Must have weekend availability Thursday through Monday.

Pay: Not specified. Benefits.                                                      Job Order #  NY1354069 



Wednesday November 18, 2020

Job Title: Equipment Installer                                                    City: Utica, NY

Full time for an industrial equipment company. Duties: Company is looking for a safety oriented individual with 3 years' experience with welding and carpentry. Must have experience operating forklifts, power tools, and personnel lifts. Requirements: High School diploma and clean, valid driver license.  Company may consider a qualified trainee with related experience.

Pay: Starts at $15.00/hour, plus NY State scale. Benefits.         Job Order # NY1354114



Wednesday November 18, 2020

Job Title: Building Mechanic Supervisor                                   City: Utica, NY

Full time for a local arts institute Duties: Supervise a crew to complete projects for the engineering and building trades department. Requirements: AAS degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, or HVAC/Plumbing with 5 to 7 years progressively responsible work experience. Previous experience at a multi-building or college campus environment preferred.

Pay: Not specified. Benefits.                                                      Job Order # NY1354190




Thursday November 19, 2020

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer/Automation Manager           City: New York Mills, NY
Full time for a local manufacturer.  Duties: Manage the design, selection, purchase and start-up of equipment for a new production project. Requirements: Must have Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and 7-10 years working in consumer manufacturing or packaging. Must have automation experience.

Pay: Not specified. Benefits                                                       Job Order # NY1354201                                                                       



Thursday November 19, 2020 
Job Title: Retail Sales/Office Manager                                       City: Chittenango, NY                                                                       
Full time or part time, flexible hours for a business specializing in flooring. Duties: Provide sales assistance to customers, help with office work and run errands. Requirements: High school diploma and proficiency using computers and calculator. Must be able to lift floor samples while showing them to customers.  Valid Driver’s license, reference check and drug test required.

Pay: Based on experience. Will consider a trainee.                   Job Order # NY1353859



Friday November 20, 2020

Job Title: Aviation Maintenance Mechanic                                 City: Rome, NY

Full time for a medical transport company. Duties: Perform maintenance, repairs, inspections, and alterations on company operated aircraft. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent, FAA A&P License in good standing and 2 to 5 years' related experience or training. Candidates trained in factory airframe/power plant schools preferred.

Pay: Not specified                                                                   Job Order # DE8718024



Friday November 20, 2020

Job Title: Inside Sales Representative                                       City: Sherrill, NY

Full time for a local lawn and garden equipment manufacturer. Duties: Manage a group of small customers via phone contact and support the outside sales force as needed.  Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Business or a related field and minimum of three years of experience in sales, sales support or a customer service environment.

Pay: Not specified. Benefits.                                                      Job Order # DE8713781

 
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