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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.

WKTV “Back to Work” Job Orders for February 10 – February 14, 2020

Monday February 10, 2020

Job Title: Front Desk Clerk/Night Auditor                  City: Rome, NY                 
Summary: answer the phone and greet guests at the front desk. Respond to current and prospective guests' needs. Register and process guests and their assigned rooms. Reconcile day receipts, produce balanced auditing reports.  Must be able to manage multiple tasks at once and have attention to detail. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Friendly phone manner a must.  Requirements: high school diploma/equivalent and customer service experience.  Trainees accepted.

Pay: not specified                                                       Job Order # NY1333390                                                



Monday February 10, 2020

Job Title: General Office Worker                               City: Utica, NY                      
Full time, regular hours for an established business in Utica.  Duties: basic office responsibilities including filing, typing and proofreading.  Requirements: High school diploma/equivalent and 1 year experience. References/security/drug test.  Pay is based on experience.  To apply, email a resume to
Pay: not specified                                                     Job Order # NY1332675                    



Tuesday February 11, 2020
Job Title: Office Cleaning Technician                         City: Oriskany,  NY      
Full time, 1st shift Monday-Friday.  Duties include: daily/weekly office cleaning; empty trash, clean bathrooms (sinks, toilets, mirrors, sweep & mop floors).  Clean break room/cafeteria (wipe off tables, counters, sink, microwaves, sweep and mop floor).  Daily/weekly - vacuum and dust offices, clean glass doors/windows, elevator, wipe down wood base boards/sills.  Additional outside maintenance may be required, at certain times of the year.

Pay: not specified                                                     Job Order # NY1333089 



 Tuesday February 11, 2020                                                                                                                       
Job Title: Census Worker Recruitment                         City: Herkimer, NY      
Representatives from the US Census will be recruiting Census Workers on Friday, February 14th from 10am-12pm at the Herkimer Working Solutions, 320 N. Prospect St.  These positions provide an opportunity to earn extra income while helping your community.  We offer weekly paychecks, flexible hours, paid training and mileage reimbursement at $0.58 per mile.  Bilingual applicants encouraged to apply.

Pay: $20/hr                                                             Job Order # NY1325007

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 Wednesday February 12, 2020
Job Title: Classroom Aide                                          City: Utica, NY                                                         
The Classroom Aide will work collaboratively with the classroom team, parent(s)/guardian(s) and volunteers to ensure the successful operation of the classroom to implement the curriculum to achieve outcomes for children. Assumes the role of the Assistant Teacher in his/her absence.  Requirements: high school diploma/equivalent and 2 years experience along with ability to obtain CDA.

Pay: not specified                                                            Job Order #       NY1333044         



Wednesday February 12, 2020

Job Title: Chef/Line Cook                                             City: New York Mills, NY                 
Position can be full or part time depending on candidate's availability.  High School Diploma or the equivalent, and 2 years cooking experience required. Reference check required.  Normal workdays are Wednesday - Saturday.  Pay is negotiable.  Paid vacation.

Pay: not specified                                                       Job Order # NY1332980       



Thursday February 13, 2020

Job Title: Computer Operator                                    City: Herkimer, NY                                                                           
This is technical work involving responsibility for the operation of a computer and related peripheral equipment in conformance with programmed instructions. Employees may provide technical assistance and support in day-to-day operation of computer terminals and user software. This position does not involve responsibilities in the area of programming or systems analysis.

Pay: not specified                                                         Job Order # NY1333055




Thursday February 13, 2020 
Job Title: Pro-Bat Specialist                                         City: Dolgeville, NY                      
Summary: Responsible for finishing a professional baseball bat according to MLB specifications in an accurate, competent, professional and well-organized manner working in a team environment while also adhering to standards for housekeeping, safety, quality, communication and productivity.  Requirements of one year or more of wood finishing, cabinet shop, furniture or paint spraying experience.

Pay: not specified                                                       Job Order # NY1333056                       



Friday February 14, 2020

Job Title: Mechanic                                                   City: Canastota, NY                     
Summary: the selected candidate will work on heavy equipment; trucks, etc. Minimum qualifications: Applicant should be knowledgeable about heavy trucks, automobiles, etc.  Applicants with an Automotive Certification and/or related degree preferred.  Employer is willing to train the right candidate.  Interested applicants should apply via email to
Pay: not specified                                                       Job Order #          NY1333274                                                                  



Friday February 14, 2020

Job Title: Farm Workers and Laborers                          City: Cazenovia, NY      
3 Fulltime H-2A Seasonal Jobs available 4/1/2020-12/15/2020. Duties:operate 100 hp tractors, other machinery and equipment, hand tools and gardening tools to plant, fertilize, weed, cultivate, prune, spray, water, and harvest, fields, plants, hops and trees. Will operate equipment in farm fields and drive on farm roads. Dig, cut, and transplant seedlings, cuttings, trees and root balls as well as shrubs. Harvest pumpkins, apples, blueberries, hops or other small fruit.

Pay: $14.29/hr                                                         Job Order # NY1332987                    
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Chamber Alliance of the Mohawk Valley Presents: Albany Update with Special Guest Kenneth Pokalsky, VP of The Business Council of NY

Don't miss this important business update! The Chamber Alliance of the Mohawk Valley Presents: Albany Update with Special Guest Kenneth Pokalsky, VP of The Business Council of NY on Wednesday, February 12th at 12:00 PM at Hart's Hill Inn, in Whitesboro. Register today by RSVP'ing to . The public is invited and encouraged to attend!

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RCIL Herkimer Center Moving To New Location

RCIL's Herkimer Center will be moving from its current location to the Arc Herkimer Business Park next week on Monday, February 10th. The new location will be fully operational at on Tuesday, February 11th. Please see the press release for more information.

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WKTV “Back to Work” Job Orders for February 3 – February 7, 2020

Monday February 3, 2020

Job Title: RN Supervisor                                           City: Rome, NY                 
Sign on bonus $10,000 for full time, $5,000 for part time. Negotiable salary.  Duties include: assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the nursing care of residents.  Responsible for ensuring continuity of care of residents. Supervising the care given by CNAs, LPNs, and supportive staff members. Requirements: Current NYS RN Licensure, BSN preferred but not required.  Minimum two years of experience in LTC or medical/surgical.  Minimum one year of experience in a supervisory capacity.

Pay: not specified                                                       Job Order # NY1332846                                                



 Monday February 3, 2020

Job Title: General Office Worker                               City: Utica, NY      
Full time, regular hours for an established business in Utica.  Duties: basic office responsibilities including filing, typing and proofreading.  Requirements: High school diploma/equivalent and 1 year experience. References/security/drug test.  Pay is based on experience.  To apply, email a resume to
Pay: not specified                                                     Job Order # NY1332675                    



Tuesday February 4, 2020

Job Title: Crane Operator                                           City: Rome,  NY      
Full time, Monday-Friday.  Duties include ladder climbing, handling steel plates, and operating overhead crane.  Requirements: high school diploma.  References/security/drug test.  Pay is $12-$13 hour plus excellent benefits. 
Pay: $12-$13/hr                                                        Job Order # NY1332763     



 Tuesday February 4, 2020                                                                                                                       
Job Title: Journeyman Carpenters                                City: Utica, NY      
Seeking Journeyman Carpenters to work on projects in the Mohawk Valley.  The selected Journeyman Carpenter would perform all facets of carpenter's work on commercial projects. This is a 10-month project with the potential of becoming a permanent employee.

Qualifications: five years of related experience preferred. Excellent Benefits and pay!  Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Pay: $26.80/hr                                                        Job Order # NY1331884




Wednesday February 5, 2020
Job Title: Install/Delivery Team                                    City: Mohawk, NY                 
Responsible for installing & loading/unloading furniture in or out of truck/van, may drive truck to specified destination for delivery; Consults with warehouse or customer on furniture to be moved; May collect payment for COD order, etc.; assists other departments as needed. May require overnight stays for projects / installations.  Requirements: clean driver’s license and excellent customer service skills.

Pay: not specified                                                            Job Order # NY1332798       



Wednesday February 5, 2020

Job Title: Building Maintenance Helper                      City: Herkimer, NY                 
Seeking applicants for a full-time permanent Building Maintenance Helper to assist in a variety of tasks in connection with the maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment and related work as required.

Requirements: Some knowledge of practices, tools and materials used in the maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment, ability to follow oral and written directions, manual dexterity, physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Pay: not specified                                                       Job Order # NY1311921             



Thursday February 6, 2020

Job Title: Bookkeeper/Office Manager                                   City: Canastota, NY                                                                           
Applicants for this position must have a working knowledge of accounting. The candidate will have experience with basic accounting processes and procedures including AP, AR, posting general ledger transactions and closing activities.  The candidate must be a self-starter, who is able to work in a fast paced environment.  Must have a minimum of ten years bookkeeping experience to include accounts payable and accounts receivable.  Experience with payroll is preferred.

Pay: not specified                                                         Job Order # NY1332810




Thursday February 6, 2020 
Job Title: Body Shop Repair Technician                       City: Oneida, NY      
Summary: The selected candidate must possess ten years of related experience.  NYS Drivers License is preferred; applicants may be required to drive vehicles.  Physical Requirements: Candidate must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods of time, walk for periods of time; retrieve vehicles, etc., Must be able to sit, stoop, bend, etc.

Pay: not specified                                                       Job Order # NY1332847            



Friday February 7, 2020

Job Title: Residential Program Manager                         City: Utica, NY                 
Responsible to oversee daily operations of multiple residences. The person in this position will ensure accomplishment of program-wide goals, coordinate the scheduling of staff, complete all records and reports, facilitate on-site orientation and training, and monitor and provide supervisory oversight to the overall operations of the program. The person in this position will also participate in agency activities under the supervision of the program administrator.

Pay: not specified                                                       Job Order # NY1332791                                                                          



Friday February 7, 2020

Job Title: Day Hab Specialist                                         City: Utica, NY      
Assists in the implementation of the person we support's ISP/Day Habilitation Plan by providing direct care, training and supervision to the extent required by utilizing as many community based resources and supports as appropriate to the plan. Qualifications:   HS diploma or its equivalent with specialized training or one year experience in working with persons with developmental disabilities or in an educational setting

Pay: not specified                                                    Job Order # NY1332607                    
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Madison County Career Fair on February 19th

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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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