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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - March 3, 2025

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To learn more about these job opportunities:

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

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

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Monday March 3, 2025 

Job Title: Financial, HR, and Admin Coordinator                                City: Rome, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a public library. Duties: Use discretion to direct work of others and answer administrative questions; guides administrative functions such as finance and HR policy, procedures, hiring, retention, and termination. Requirements: Degree in accounting or other non-profit, business, or financial discipline; may substitute equivalent work experience. Valid driver’s license required.

                                                                       

Pay: $44,000 - $48,000/year. Benefits.                                                 Job Order # NY1526108

 

Monday March 3, 2025 

 Job Title: Career Counselor                                                                City: Utica, NY

Full time for a public institution. Duties: Provide individual and group career counseling to assist students with the development of career goals and the alignment of those goals with associated academic curriculum. Requirements: 3 years’ experience in a student development related field required. Experience with diverse populations required.

Pay: $54,272/year. Benefits.                                                                Job Order # NY1526247     

 

Tuesday March 4, 2025 

 

Job Title: Refuse and Recyclable Collector                                        City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a trash and recycling company. Duties: Responsible for collecting garbage and recyclable materials from designated locations, loading them onto a truck, and transporting to a landfill or recycling center. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. One year of previous work experience is preferred.

 

Pay: $15.50/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1523954

 

 

Tuesday March 4, 2025

 Job Title: Swim Lesson Instructor                                                      City: Rome, NY

Part time for a nonprofit, charitable organization. Duties: Instruct swimming lessons, having prepared lesson plans accordingly, and supports members and program participants in achieving their goals. Requirements: Swim Instructor certification, or equivalent. CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid and AED. Must be able to demonstrate swim instructor skills in accordance with organization standards.

 

Pay: $15.50 - $18.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1526129

 

Wednesday March 5, 2025

Job Title: Machinist                                                                             City: West Winfield, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a company that specializes in gas turbine engine repairs and overhauls. Duties: Operate and maintain various manual machines and perform various processes to repair and overhaul turbine engine components. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent and trade school or 1 - 2 years on the job working as a machinist required. Experience at setting up and operating manual machines required.

 

 

 

Wednesday March 5, 2025

 Job Title: Enough is Enough Advocate                                               City: Oneida, NY           

 

Full time for a nonprofit organization. Duties: Responsible for development and implementation of presentations, outreach, and training related to domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking. Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent. 1 year of experience with a domestic violence program, community based human services or related field required. Valid driver’s license.

 

Pay: $17.83/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1526290

 

                                   

Thursday March 6, 2025

Job Title: Mobility Specialist                                                               City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a senior citizen center. Duties: Work with local public transit, planning agencies, and human service agencies to coordinate transportation services to improve overall mobility for the general public, with an emphasis on older adults, low-income persons and/or persons with disabilities. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Associate degree preferred. Valid & clean NYS driver's license.

                                                                       

Pay: $36,000/year.                                                                               Job Order # NY1526135

 

Thursday March 6, 2025

Job Title: Educational Opportunity Program Learning Specialist       City: Utica, NY

Part time for a public institution. Duties: Assist students in enhancing study skills, academic strategies, organization, and time management skills while sharing best practices that will illuminate their path to academic success. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in human development, sociology, or education or related field required. 1 year experience in delivering academic support services.

Pay: $25.00 - $28.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1526250

 

Friday March 7, 2025

 Job Title: CDL Class A or B Driver                                                      City: Frankfort, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a paving and concrete service provider that has been in the business for over 20 years. Duties: Drive for heavy highway construction sites. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent required. Must have at least two years of driving experience. A clean CDL A or CDL B driver's license is a must.

 

Pay: $25.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1526324

 

Friday March 7, 2025 

Job Title: Tool Maker                                                                           City: Canastota, NY

Full time for a precision manufacturer. Duties: Ensure that assigned scheduled work is completed on time and meets all quality standards. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Must have the ability and license to operate a forklift would be a distinct advantage. Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds.

Pay: $25.00 - $40.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1526111

 

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Herkimer County is hiring a CPS Senior Caseworker

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Department: Social Services

Title: CPS Senior Caseworker
Permanent Opening, Full Time Position
Salary: $57,029.00 (2025 base pay rate)

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Featured jobs and free training events - February 28, 2025

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There are some job fairs, recruitments, and trainings coming up in March you won’t want to miss:

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNIITIES

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 2/24/2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 2/25/2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 2/26/2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 2/27/2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 2/28/2025

Mohawk Valley Community College is Hiring! MVCC is actively seeking qualified candidates for various employment opportunities that align with their mission to provide accessible education and support services.

For more information on the current openings, visit Mohawk Valley Community College is Hiring! - Working Solutions Blog | Working Solutions | An American Job Center.

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

  • Struggling to job search in the digital age? Herkimer Working Solutions is hosting free computer training and certification classes from Northstar Digital Literacy. Learn basic computer skills, internet basics, career search skills, Microsoft Word and Excel and more. They have sessions every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. For more information call (315) 867-1400
  • The Women’s Employment and Resource Center is collaborating with Eddie Barone and Deb Grogan from First Source Federal Credit Union for a Financial Empowerment workshop, which will cover how to budget, how to open a savings account, money management, and more! The workshop will take place March 6, 2025, from 11:00AM – 12:00PM at Empowered Pathways, 502 Court Street, Suite 234 in Utica. Call (315) 724-1718 ext. 104 or email info@empoweredpathwayscny.org to sign up today! 
  • The Women’s Employment and Resource Center is collaborating with Krystal Curley, Program Outreach Specialist I for the NYS Department of Civil Service for a workshop, Demystifying Civil Service Merit System. The workshop will take place March 27, 2025, from 10:30AM – 12:00PM at Empowered Pathways, 502 Court Street, Suite 234 in Utica. Register today at info@empoweredpathwayscny.org or call (315) 724-1718 ext. 104. 
  • Job Corps Information Session 9:00AM – 1:00PM every other Wednesday at the Herkimer County Working Solutions. Job Corps is a federally sponsored training program, offering training opportunities in Healthcare, Advanced Manufacturing, Construction, Automotive, and more, all free of charge. Job Corps serves youth ages 16 – 24 and can help with GED, trades training, driving, soft skill training, and transition services. For more information, call Kimberly Dean at (607) 267-1621. Come learn how Job Corps can help you meet your employment and education goals!
  • Police Academy at SUNY Morrisville! The Madison County Regional Phase I Police Academy is offered through SUNY Morrisville, with the assistance of the Madison County Sheriff's Department and the New York State University Police. It is designed for current civilian or non-sworn New York State residents who are interested in entering the law enforcement field as a police officer in New York State. Although the program does not guarantee admission into a police department, every standard required in a full-time basic police academy applies, including physical fitness, attendance, and academics. For more information about the program, including completion standards, entrance requirements and training schedule, please contact office at (315) 684-6003 or visit https://www.morrisville.edu/police-academy
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The NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is holding open interviews at for Direct Support Professionals in Herkimer -March 17, 2025

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NYS OPWDD will be holding open interviews at Herkimer Working Solutions on Monday, March 17th from 10am-2pm

320 N. Prospect St. Herkimer

They are currently recruiting for Direct Support Professionals in Dolgeville, Little Falls, Mohawk, and Ilion.

Rate of pay is $24.34/hr to start, minimum requirements are a High School Diploma/GED and a valid driver’s license.

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Herkimer County Public Health is looking for an Account Clerk

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  Account Clerk PH 022625

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New Oneida County Civil Service examinations: Dietetics/Nutrition, Lab Technician and Veterans Service series

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Laboratory Technician (Wastewater Treatment) #88-151010 (OC)

Quality Assurance Officer #86-778010 (OC)

Quality Assurance Officer #70-065010 (PROM)

School Dietitian #89-051010 (OC)

Senior Laboratory Technician (Wastewater Treatment) #87-606010 (OC)

Senior Laboratory Technician (Water Authority) #89-195010 (OC)

Senior Veterans Service Officer #86-380010 (OC)

Veterans Service Officer #86-381010 (OC)

Water Quality Analyst #86-782010 (OC)

Water Quality Analyst #70-072010 (PROM)

Application Deadline: March 28, 2025

Examination Date: May 17, 2025

https://oneida-portal.mycivilservice.com/post/exams

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Featured jobs and free training events - February 24, 2025

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As February swiftly draws to a close, the opportunities for finding new jobs and acquiring new skills remain strong. Check out these great opportunities below:

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 2/18/2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 2/19/2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 2/20/2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 2/21/2025

More great local opportunities;

Mohawk Valley Community College is Hiring! MVCC is actively seeking qualified candidates for various employment opportunities that align with their mission to provide accessible education and support services. For information on the current openings, visit: https://www.working-solutions.org/news/mohawk-valley-community-college-is-hiring

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

  • Struggling to job search in the digital age? Herkimer Working Solutions is hosting free computer training and certification classes from Northstar Digital Literacy. Learn basic computer skills, internet basics, career search skills, Microsoft Word and Excel and more. They have sessions every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. For more information call (315) 867-1400. 
  • The Women’s Employment and Resource Center is collaborating with Eddie Barone and Deb Grogan from First Source Federal Credit Union for a Financial Empowerment workshop, which will cover how to budget, how to open a savings account, money management, and more! The workshop will take place March 6, 2025, from 11:00AM – 12:00PM at Empowered Pathways, 502 Court Street, Suite 234 in Utica. Call (315) 724-1718 ext. 104 or email info@empoweredpathwayscny.org to sign up today! 
  • The Women’s Employment and Resource Center is collaborating with Krystal Curley, Program Outreach Specialist I for the NYS Department of Civil Service for a workshop, Demystifying Civil Service Merit System. The workshop will take place March 27, 2025, from 10:30AM – 12:00PM at Empowered Pathways, 502 Court Street, Suite 234 in Utica. Register today at info@empoweredpathwayscny.org or call (315) 724-1718 ext. 104. 
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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - February 24, 2025

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To learn more about these job opportunities:

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

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

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Monday February 24, 2025 

 Job Title: Professional CDL-A Driver                                                  City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a grocery store. Duties: Safely operate vehicles to deliver products to designated locations. Assist with manual tasks when not driving, including lifting, standing, pushing, and pulling without limitations. Requirements: Valid CDL-A license with a clean driving record. Ability to perform physical labor as required.

                                                                       

Pay: $60,000/year.                                                                               Job Order # NY1523950

 

Monday February 24, 2025 

 Job Title: Paralegal                                                                             City: Utica, NY

Full time for a real estate services company. Duties: Provide general paralegal assistance to staff, research and prepare legal documents, perform basic office responsibilities including filing, typing, and proofreading. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have at least 1 year of experience.

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1525828     

 

Tuesday February 25, 2025 

 Job Title: Cook                                                                                    City: New Hartford, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a medical center. Duties: Responsible for all hot food production for meals covered during shift, all baking done in the kitchen, assigning daily cold food production, etc. Requirements: Must have knowledge and ability to prepare quantity foods to preserve nutrients and to prepare foods appealing in appearance and palatable. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

 

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DF9597049

 

 

Tuesday February 25, 2025

 Job Title: Motor Coach Driver, Bus Driver                                          City: Clinton, NY

Full time for a charter bus service. Duties: Provide transportation for passengers using a bus or motor coach. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. CDL B with passenger endorsement with at least 1 year of experience in commercial driving required. Must have the ability to read maps, maintain expense and mileage records, and complete incident reports.

 

Pay: Starts at $23.00/hour.                                                                  Job Order # NY1524102

 

Wednesday February 26, 2025

Job Title: Assistant Store Manager                                                     City: Mohawk, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a variety store chain. Duties: Assist with the daily operation of the store. Responsible for maintaining inventories, store appearance and completing daily paperwork. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Prefer store management experience. Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.

Pay: $17.50 - $18.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DF9569776

 

 

Wednesday February 26, 2025

 Job Title: Patient Care Technician                                                      City: Oneida, NY           

 

Full time for a nonprofit healthcare organization. Duties: Responsible for delivering direct patient care in collaboration with the RN and performing tasks that do not require nursing judgment or medication administration. Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent preferred. BLS/CPR certifications preferred. 1 year of nursing assistant experience preferred. 1 year of monitor tech experience preferred.

 

Pay: $17.00 - $22.10/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1524404

 

                                   

Thursday February 27, 2025

 Job Title: Lifeguard                                                                             City: Utica, NY

 

Part time for a public institution. Duties: Ensure the safety of swimmers by enforcing the pool rules and regulations, preventing accidents and responding timely to emergency situations. Present professional appearance and attitude and maintain a high standard of customer service. Requirements: Current Lifeguard and CPR/AED certifications. Willingness to assist with swim lessons should the need arise.

                                                                       

Pay: $16.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1524075

 

Thursday February 27, 2025

Job Title: Dock Worker                                                                        City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a grocery store. Duties: Work safely and efficiently to load and unload cargo, inspecting and documenting the items for accounting purposes and reporting damages, and maintaining the dock facilities. Requirements: Warehouse experience and forklift certification preferred. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must have basic math & reading skills.

Pay: $16.00/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1523948

 

Friday February 28, 2025

 Job Title: CDL-A Tractor Trailer Driver                                               City: Mohawk, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a locally owned truck company that specializes in the hauling/transportation of milk from farm to process. Duties: Transport of milk from Mohawk area to various milk processing plants in & around New York, New Jersey & Massachusetts. Requirements: Must have CDLA license & prefer up to 2 years of experience.

 

Pay: Starts at $28.00/hour. Benefits.                                                   Job Order # NY1525900

 

Friday February 28, 2025

 Job Title: Team Member                                                                      City: Oneida, NY

Full time for a retail chain store. Duties: Responsible for interacting with customers and team members, supporting selling initiatives and performing assigned tasks. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. Retail experience and/or farming, ranching, pet/equine, or welding knowledge is strongly preferred.

Pay: $15.75 - $18.20/hour.                                                                   Job Order # DF9593031

 

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Herkimer County Department of Social Services is hiring an Account Clerk

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Department: Social Services

Title: Account Clerk

Permanent Opening, Full Time Position
Salary: $35,324.00 (2025 base pay rate)

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50 Forward Mohawk Valley is Hiring a Mobility Specialist in Utica

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"50 Forward Mohawk Valley is Seeking a Passionate Mobility Specialist to Empower Our Community!

"Do you have a heart for service and a knack for solving problems? Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of older adults and people with disabilities? If so, then we want to hear from you!"

50 Forward Mohawk Valley is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping individuals 50+ live healthy and vibrant lives. 50 Forward is  the sponsor agency for several programs that provide essential services to our community, including the AmeriCorps Seniors Program, Volunteer Resource Center, Way 2 Go Herkimer and Oneida County, and the Livable Communities Oneida County initiative.

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Kelly Walters
Executive Director
50 Forward Mohawk Valley
220 Memorial Parkway
Utica, NY 13501

kwalters@50forwardmv.org

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - February 10, 2025

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To learn more about these job opportunities:

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

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

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Monday February 17, 2025 

Job Title: Warehouse Manager                                                            City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a grocery store. Duties: Leads the creation and management of an efficient, sustainable warehouse and inventory system for a non-profit warehouse that is also a food recovery organization. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. 3+ years of experience in warehouse management, preferably in food recovery or related industries. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

                                                                       

Pay: $40,000/year.                                                                               Job Order # NY1523945

 

Monday February 17, 2025                                                                      

Job Title: Tow Truck Operator                                                            City: New Hartford, NY

Full time for a towing service. Duties: Safely perform emergency road service for AAA Auto Club, NYS Thruway, law enforcement agencies, private citizens, and many other customers. Requirements: Clean driver’s license needed. Experience not necessary, will train the right candidate. Wrecker or flatbed experience and mechanical knowledge is a plus.

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1523821     

 

Tuesday February 18, 2025 

Job Title: General Machinist                                                               City: Oriskany, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a fiber optic manufacturer. Duties: Perform various milling, turning, drilling and related operations used to produce components. Requirements: CNC programming experience would be a significant plus. Must have machining experience. High school diploma or equivalent with 5 years of experience, or an Associate degree/certificate with 3 years of experience.

 

Pay: $20.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # NY1525538

 

Tuesday February 18, 2025

Job Title: Assistant Manager of Maintenance                                      City: Utica, NY

Full time for a transportation service. Duties: Supervise and coordinate activities of utility workers, shop foremen, and body shop. Responsible for the maintenance and security of physical plant of all facilities. Assist with the maintenance and repair of all vehicles. Requirements: Associates degree preferred. Knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance procedures for a variety of vehicles and equipment.

 

Pay: $61,863 - $69,146/year. Benefits.                                                 Job Order # NY1523809

 

Wednesday February 19, 2025

Job Title: Diesel Mechanic                                                                  City: Frankfort, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a paving contractor. Duties: Perform maintenance and repair on diesel trucks and heavy equipment. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have at least 2 years of experience. Must have a valid, clean driver's license. DOT physical exam and alcohol/drug pre-screening test required.

Pay: Starts at $25.00/hour.                                                                  Job Order # NY1522179

 

 

Wednesday February 19, 2025

Job Title: Prevention Family Specialist                                               City: Madison, NY           

 

Full time for a nonprofit organization. Duties: Provide supportive casework counseling in the home and empower parents with tools and resources to ensure children's safety, well-being and permanency Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field. Driver’s license required. Experience working with at-risk youth & families and case management preferred.

 

Pay: $23.08 - $25.48/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1523452

 

                                   

Thursday February 20, 2025

Job Title: Writing Tutor                                                                       City: Utica, NY

 

Part time for a public institution. Duties: Help students build confidence and improve academic performance through holistic support, active learning strategies, study skills development, and individualized instruction. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree required. Significant experience in academic writing including a foundational knowledge of common citation styles.

                                                                       

Pay: $20.31/hour.                                                                                 Job Order # NY1524073

 

Thursday February 20, 2025

Job Title: Preventative Maintenance Technician                                 City: Forestport, NY

 

Full time for a bottled water supplier. Duties: Ensure operational integrity of various production related equipment including but not limited to blow mold machinery, fillers, labelers, packaging machines, palletizing equipment, and other associated equipment. Requirements: Must have experience in industrial maintenance. Prior experience in use of CMMS system and work order management.

Pay: $24.00 - $30.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1524109

 

Friday February 21, 2025

Job Title: Order Picker/Packer                                                            City: Frankfort, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a wholesale distributor. Duties: Handles pick tickets/orders to pull items from warehouse inventory. Physically pulls warehouse items by the stated number, size, color, quantity, quality, etc. Compares and inspects physical items pulled to the requirements of the pick ticket/order. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Previous experience helpful but not required.

 

Pay: $16.00 - $16.50/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # NY1525508

 

Friday February 21, 2025

Job Title: Medical Office Clerk                                                            City: Oneida, NY

Full time for a nonprofit health organization. Duties: Responsible for managing appointments, coordinating billable services, and ensuring exceptional patient experiences within medical practice procedures. Greet visitors, manage patient records, schedule appointments, and handle financial transactions. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. One year of experience preferred.

Pay: $16.00 - $20.80/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1524408

 

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Featured jobs and free training events - February 14, 2025

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Skill acquisition and job opportunities are thriving. Check out the options below!

FEATURED JOB OPPORTUNITIES

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

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 02-11-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 02-12-2025

Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads 02-13-2025

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More great opportunities:

Mohawk Valley Community College is Hiring! MVCC is actively seeking qualified candidates for various employment opportunities that align with their mission to provide accessible education and support services.
• Coordinator, Workforce Development – Meeting regional workforce development needs by coordinating the development and delivery of educational programs and facilitating partnerships with local businesses and organizations to connect students and community members with employment and training opportunities.
• Lifeguard – Ensuring the safety of pool users, enforcing pool rules, and providing a welcoming environment for community members participating in aquatic activities.
• Adjunct Instructors – Teaching chemistry, hospitality, health sciences, or non-credit courses, sharing expertise, and fostering student success through engaging and inclusive educational experiences.

  • Instructor - Fashion Design (Fall 2025 - Tenure Track)
  • Instructor - Theater (Fall 2025 - Tenure Track)

For more information on the current openings, visit Mohawk Valley Community College is Hiring! - Working Solutions Blog | Working Solutions | An American Job Center.

 

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TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

  • NYS DOCCS is now hiring experienced officers! Continue your career with advanced placement offers, great benefits, and possibilities for additional compensation. For more information contact Recruitment@doccs.ny.gov
  • The Women's Employment and Resource Center at 502 Court Street, Suite 234, Utica is offering a new workshop series: Google Docs & Google Sheets Training! It will be over the course of 3 weeks, every Tuesday and Wednesday, starting February 11th until February 26th. On the final day, all attendees will receive a certificate for completing the course (18 hours of training). 
  • Struggling to job search in the digital age? Herkimer Working Solutions is hosting free computer training and certification classes from Northstar Digital Literacy. Learn basic computer skills, internet basics, career search skills, Microsoft Word and Excel and more. They have sessions every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. For more information call (315) 867-1400. 
  • The Women’s Employment and Resource Center is collaborating with Eddie Barone and Deb Grogan from First Source Federal Credit Union for a Financial Empowerment workshop, which will cover how to budget, how to open a savings account, money management, and more! The workshop will take place March 6, 2025, from 11:00AM – 12:00PM at Empowered Pathways, 502 Court Street, Suite 234 in Utica. Call (315) 724-1718 ext. 104 or email info@empoweredpathwayscny.org to sign up today! 
  • The Women’s Employment and Resource Center is collaborating with Krystal Curley, Program Outreach Specialist I for the NYS Department of Civil Service for a workshop, Demystifying Civil Service Merit System. The workshop will take place March 27, 2025, from 10:30AM – 12:00PM at Empowered Pathways, 502 Court Street, Suite 234 in Utica. Register today at info@empoweredpathwayscny.org or call (315) 724-1718 ext. 104. 
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New opportunities with Herkimer County

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Herkimer County Public Health for a Senior Family Services Specialist

Herkimer County Clerk’s Office for a Motor Vehicle License Clerk (Part Time) in the Old Forge location

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New Exam Announcements for Herkimer County: Office Assistant II and Office Manager

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Office Assistant II
Office Manager

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New Oneida County Civil Service Examinations: Food Service Operations and Investigator Series

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School Lunch Director III #85-915010 (OC)

School Lunch Manager #85-437010 (OC)

Senior Social Services Investigator #89-516010 (OC)

Senior Social Services Investigator #72-651010 (PROM)

Application Deadline: March 14, 2025

Examination Date: May 3, 2025

https://oneida-portal.mycivilservice.com/post/exams

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Featured jobs and free training events - February 10, 2025

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Discover new employment opportunities and avenues for skill development!

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Mohawk Valley (West) Daily Job Leads – 2/3/2025

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More great opportunities:

Mohawk Valley Community College is Hiring! MVCC is actively seeking qualified candidates for various employment opportunities that align with their mission to provide accessible education and support services.
• Coordinator, Workforce Development – Meeting regional workforce development needs by coordinating the development and delivery of educational programs and facilitating partnerships with local businesses and organizations to connect students and community members with employment and training opportunities.
• Lifeguard – Ensuring the safety of pool users, enforcing pool rules, and providing a welcoming environment for community members participating in aquatic activities.
• Adjunct Instructors – Teaching chemistry, hospitality, health sciences, or non-credit courses, sharing expertise, and fostering student success through engaging and inclusive educational experiences.

  • Instructor - Fashion Design (Fall 2025 - Tenure Track)
  • Instructor - Theater (Fall 2025 - Tenure Track)

For more information on the current openings, visit Mohawk Valley Community College is Hiring! - Working Solutions Blog | Working Solutions | An American Job Center.

JOB FAIRS AND RECRUITMENTS

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES

  • NYS DOCCS is now hiring experienced officers! Continue your career with advanced placement offers, great benefits, and possibilities for additional compensation. For more information contact Recruitment@doccs.ny.gov
  • The Women's Employment and Resource Center at 502 Court Street, Suite 234, Utica is offering a new workshop series: Google Docs & Google Sheets Training! It will be over the course of 3 weeks, every Tuesday and Wednesday, starting February 11th until February 26th. On the final day, all attendees will receive a certificate for completing the course (18 hours of training). 
  • Struggling to job search in the digital age? Herkimer Working Solutions is hosting free computer training and certification classes from Northstar Digital Literacy. Learn basic computer skills, internet basics, career search skills, Microsoft Word and Excel and more. They have sessions every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. For more information call (315) 867-1400. 
  • The Women’s Employment and Resource Center is collaborating with Eddie Barone and Deb Grogan from First Source Federal Credit Union for a Financial Empowerment workshop, which will cover how to budget, how to open a savings account, money management, and more! The workshop will take place March 6, 2025, from 11:00AM – 12:00PM at Empowered Pathways, 502 Court Street, Suite 234 in Utica. Call (315) 724-1718 ext. 104 or email info@empoweredpathwayscny.org to sign up today! 
  • The Women’s Employment and Resource Center is collaborating with Krystal Curley, Program Outreach Specialist I for the NYS Department of Civil Service for a workshop, Demystifying Civil Service Merit System. The workshop will take place March 27, 2025, from 10:30AM – 12:00PM at Empowered Pathways, 502 Court Street, Suite 234 in Utica. Register today at info@empoweredpathwayscny.org or call (315) 724-1718 ext. 104. 

 

 

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WKTV-2 'Back 2 Work' Job Opportunities - February 10, 2025

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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 February 10, 2025 

Job Title: Customer Service Representative                                       City: Clinton, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for an independent insurance agent. Duties: Responsible for inbound and outbound calls, following up with clients to assist them with their insurance policies, managing incoming and outgoing mail, greeting and directing walk in customers and helping to keep the office running smoothly. Requirements: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in general computer skills.

Pay: $15.50 - $16.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1523140

 

Monday February 10, 2025 

Job Title: Operations Assistant Manager                                            City: Utica, NY

Full time for a discount store company. Duties: Responsible for assisting with all operational tasks within the store as delegated with focus on the front-end and sales floor operations. Assist with the hiring, training and development of store associates. Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Prefer prior retail and management experience.

Pay: $17.50 - $18.00/hour. Benefits.                                                    Job Order # DF9507117     

 

Tuesday February 11, 2025 

Job Title: Onboarding & Training Coordinator                                    City: Utica, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a nonprofit organization that creates employment for people with disabilities. Duties: Assist with HR related functions focused on onboarding and creating employee engagement and coordinating various training activities. Requirements: Associate’s degree; 3 years’ experience in a related human resources field will be considered in lieu of education. Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.

 Pay: $23.66 - $33.40/hour.                                                                   Job Order # DF9498334

 

 

Tuesday February 11, 2025

Job Title: HVAC Equipment Installer                                                   City: Yorkville, NY

Full time for a business that provides energy products. Duties: Install a variety of furnaces, boilers, water heaters, air conditioning systems, and mini-split systems. Perform related plumbing and electrical work. Requirements: Prefer minimum of 2 years' experience as a HVAC Equipment Installer. Possess a valid driver's license (Class B CDL with Hazmat Endorsement preferred).

 Pay: $65,000 - $100,000/year. Benefits.                                               Job Order # DF9499643

 

Wednesday February 12, 2025

Job Title: Teacher Aide                                                                       City: Herkimer, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a technical school. Duties: Assist school teachers in the performance of their teaching functions by performing varied duties associated with teaching process. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. Must have additional experience and knowledge in a particular field where specialized duties are involved; or any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Pay: $21.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DF9492015

 

 

Wednesday February 12, 2025

Job Title: Snow Removal Worker                                                        City: Madison, NY           

 

Part time for a landscaper. Duties: Various snow removal tasks, including shoveling, salting, and operating snowplows. Requirements: A clean driver's license is required, and the ability to work efficiently and safely in cold, snowy conditions is essential. Previous experience with snow removal tasks is preferred.

 Pay: $16.00 - $17.00/hour.                                                                   Job Order # NY1523904

 

                                   

Thursday February 13, 2025

 Job Title: Housekeeper                                                                        City: Utica, NY

 

Full time for a company that operates a network of post-acute rehabilitation and long-term care facilities. Duties: Perform daily cleaning tasks, including dusting, vacuuming, and sanitizing common areas and resident rooms. Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent preferred. 1 year healthcare housekeeping experience preferred                                                           Pay: $16.00/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DF9502011

 

Thursday February 13, 2025

Job Title: Finishing Technician                                                           City: Rome, NY

 

Full time for an American aerospace manufacturer. Duties: Assemble, spray paint, dynamic balance and acceptance test various complex components from blueprints and process books. Use hand tools, both power and manual, along with measuring equipment such as gauges and indicators Requirements: High school diploma or the equivalent. 3 years’ experience in food service is preferred.

Pay: $28.78/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DF9490837

 

Friday February 14, 2025

 Job Title: Food Service Worker                                                           City: Frankfort, NY

                                                                                                         

Full time for a food service company. Duties: Prepare, present and serve food as needed. Perform prep work such as washing, peeling, cutting and seeding fruits and vegetables. Store food in designated areas following wrapping, dating, food safety and rotation procedures. Requirements: Previous food service and batch cooking experience is preferred.

Pay: $15.50/hour. Benefits.                                                                 Job Order # DF9490470

 

Friday February 14, 2025

Job Title: CDL A Driver                                                                       City: Canastota, NY

Full time for a metal fabrication company. Duties: Transport and deliver materials as instructed. Requirements: Must possess a CDL A license with five years of verifiable experience. Candidates cannot have any serious traffic violations within the last five years or any DUI/DWI violations within ten years. Must be able to deliver freight to and from Canada as required.

Pay: $65,000/year.                                                                               Job Order # NY1522590

 

 

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In Person Job Fair at the Oneida County Office Building in Utica - March 21, 2025!

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Everyone Welcome at the Oneida County Oneida County Dept of Family and Community Services Job Fair!

March 21, 2025 - 9am to Noon

ONEIDA COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, 1ST FLOOR
800 PARK AVENUE, UTICA, NY
(315) 798-3691

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Oneida County DPW is in need of full and part-time laborers. Hours are very flexible

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DEPARTMENT: Public Works
CIVIL SERVICE TITLE: Laborer
CLASSIFICATION TYPE: Labor
SALARY (GRADE): FT – $34,380 (11B) Plus Excellent Benefits
PT – $16.53 Per Hour

APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 31, 2025

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New Job Opportunities With Herkimer County

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Associate Computer Programmer
Senior Account Clerk

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