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MasTec Network Solutions will be at the Madison County Career Center on November 21 from 10am-12pm. MasTec is seeking full time Tower Technicians to work at their facility. These positions pay $17-18/hr and offer a full benefits package. The selected candidate would climb and work on communications towers for the purpose of installing, replacing, and repairing antenna systems equipment. The candidate would be responsible for performing tower maintenance as needed under close supervision.

Minimum requirements: Must understand the hazards associated with tower climbing and utilizing construction equipment while working on or near energized lines and equipment. Must possess the ability to climb tall structures (100 feet or more) while carrying a 50 lb. load. Must be able to recognize safety hazards and perform duties in a safe manner. Must be able to utilize hand tools and mechanical equipment. Must be able to analyze situations accurately and adopt an appropriate course of action. Must possess effective verbal and written communication skills, be able to follow instructions accurately and complete an assigned course of action. Must be able to travel as required for this position.

Interested applicants should apply online at http://jobsatmastec.com

WERC and Working Solutions are offering Call Center Customer Service Training. Be prepared when opportunity presents itself! Local call centers are hiring. Space is limited.

The New York Association of Training & Employment professionals (NYATEP) has released the State of the Workforce 2019 Labor Market Snapshot of New York brief.

The State of the Workforce Brief is an annual snapshot, of publicly available data, to inform communities about the dynamics of their regional economy and the workforce impact. For the third year, the New York Association of Training & Employment Professionals used readily available data to understand who is working and who isn't, what sectors and occupations are growing across the State, and the number of potential workers produced by New York's education and training systems.

Click here to read/download the brief
The New York Association of Training & Employment Professionals (NYATEP) is a 501(c)(3) membership organization serving the workforce development community throughout New York State. We provide the leadership, vision, and advocacy for a thriving workforce in New York State. Our focus is ensuring that every worker and employer in New York has access to the skills they need to work in and support a robust statewide economy. NYATEP's membership serves over a million New Yorkers each year through education, job training and employment services.

The Arc Herkimer will be hosting a FREE event called Sensory Processing Disorder: A Big Piece of the Autism Puzzle on Monday, December 9th at Herkimer College from 9am to 5pm. Pre-register online at www.archerkimer.org or at 315-574-7000!

Job Order #: NY1320781

Job Fair/ Open Interviews for Winter Employment Opportunities.

Full and Part-time positions available.

There will be a Job Fair at Woods Valley Ski Area, Route 46, Westernville, NY, Friday, November 8th from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM and Saturday, November 9th from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

They are seeking Lift Attendants, Ticket Checkers, Tubing Park Attendants, Rental Shop personnel, Food/Beverage Workers and a Cleaner. YOU MUST BE 18 OR OLDER FOR LIFT OR RENTAL POSITIONS. Please bring current working papers if you are a minor.

Woods Valley Ski Area is located at 9100 NY-46, Westernville, NY 13486.

Madison County Career Center will be holding a Job Fair on Thursday, November 21st from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at their location at 133 N. Court St. in Wampsville. The businesses that will be hiring are: Kelberman Center, Vernon Downs, Celebration Children's Center, and Manpower. For more information contact the Madison County Career Center at 315-363-2400.

The Utica Recruitment Day Mini Job Fair will take place on Wednesday, October 30th from 10:00 am-12:00 pm at the Utica Career Center, 207 Genesee St. 2nd floor. Multiple businesses with over 200 positions will be hiring for careers in banking/finance, human services, gaming, healthcare, transportation, hospitality, corrections and more!

Candidates interested in becoming a Carpenters Apprentice with Local #277 no longer have to drive to Syracuse to apply. NERCC will hold an Apprenticeship Recruitment Information Session on Monday, November 4^th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street. The Info Session will be held on the first floor in Conference Room A. Candidates should enter the building from Genesee Street and will need a photo ID for building security.

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Apprentice Carpenter.

The New England Regional Council of Carpenters' Apprenticeship Program will conduct an ongoing recruitment for 20 Carpenter Apprentices on the first Monday of every month at the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street, 1st floor, Conference Room A in Utica, NY. Learn to be a carpenter in commercial construction trade. On-the-job training allows you to work and learn to develop your skills. Various job locations. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and have a HS diploma or GED, a valid driver license and reliable transportation to and from statewide work sites. Use of hand tools/power tools. Must provide own hand tools. Will be working outside in all types of conditions. Must pass DRUG TEST. Must join union. Full time, work hours vary. Workdays are Monday to Friday. Overtime. Related experience accepted. Trainee accepted. Must be at least 18 years old. Must be physically able to perform the work required as determined by the applicant attesting to the required qualifications as listed on the Apprentice Application. Must have reliable transportation to and from work & school. If applicant is a veteran, a copy of DD 214 is required after offer of employment or indenture. Must take a drug test provided by the Apprentice Program, upon acceptance and paid for by the NERCC's Apprenticeship Program.

PLEASE NOTE THE NEW APPLICATION PROCESS: JOIN THE INFORMATION SESSION IN UTICA.

This is your first step for a great opportunity to join the Carpenters' Union.

Their goal is to recruit, train, and employ the next generation of skilled carpenters in the State of New York. Candidates must attend an information session at the State Office Building, 207 Genesee Street,1st floor, Conference Room A, Utica. Candidates should use the Genesee Street entrance and must have a photo ID for building security. Information Sessions will be held:

Monday, November 4, 2019 at 6 pm.

Monday, December 2, 2019 at 6 pm.

Their goal is to recruit, train, and employ the next generation of skilled carpenters in the State of New York. Call 315-468-7901 or visit www.nectf.org to find out more.



 

Alice Savino, Executive Director of the Workforce Development Board, and Franca Armstrong, Associate Vice President of Workforce Development and Dean of MVCC Rome Campus, recently guest wrote an opinion piece in the Utica Observer-Dispatch titled "Adapting to change critical for future workforce". The article ran in conjunction with the job fair held at Mohawk Community College for Manufacturing Day on October 18, 2019.

The piece discusses such ideas as "connecting the region’s education providers with employers and labor organizations is critical to build a sustainable workforce pipeline. In recent years, the manufacturing industry has changed dramatically, both in terms of expanding technology and the need for a workforce well versed in science, technology, engineering and math. The Mohawk Valley is well-suited for the challenge".

To read the full article, click here.

The NYS Department of Labor will be holding a Veteran's Job Fair on Wednesday, November 6th from 10:00 am-12:00 pm at the American Legion, 110 Main St. in Whitesboro. This event will be Veteran's only for the first half hour from 10:00 am-10:30 am. The general public is invited to attend from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. Multiple businesses with various positions will be hiring for careers in carpentry, retail, automotive, healthcare, transportation, warehouse, corrections and more!

Benefits.gov recently released a new and improved Benefit Finder tool to make it easier for you to find information on government benefits.

The Benefit Finder is an online questionnaire that recommends benefits you may be eligible to receive based on answers to a series of questions. They listened to feedback and made updates to the Benefit Finder to create a more helpful and enjoyable experience. The new questionnaire now features:

• A new layout providing a more personal experience
• Less questions to help you complete the questionnaire faster
• A new progress bar to inform you of your progress
• An easy way to skip questions that aren't required
• An easy to read results page displaying benefits you may be eligible for and where to go for more information

Try the new Benefit Finder by visiting Benefits.gov and clicking on the "Start" button. Interested in hearing more from Benefits.gov? Subscribe to their quarterly Compass Newsletter at https://www.benefits.gov/compass.

The United States Census Bureau will be recruiting at the Utica Working Solutions Office, 207 Genesee St. 2nd floor in Utica on Tuesday, October 22nd from 9:00 am-1:00 pm and also will be recruiting at the Rome Working Solutions Office, 300 W. Dominick St. on Wednesday, October 23rd from 10am-12pm.. They will be recruiting for Field Representatives. Interested applicants may apply online ahead of time at https://2020census.gov/en/jobs
Walk-ins are accepted and encouraged!

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US Census Field Representatives

Duties:

• Interviewing respondents for data collection purposes.
• Explaining purpose of survey; asking questions as worded.
• Using a laptop to record responses and other vital information.
• Light travel may be needed depending on geographical area.

Requirements:

• U.S. citizenship; valid SSN; driver’s license and insured vehicle
• Desire to work with the public, be self-motivated, and be able to follow detailed instructions.
• Mixed schedule consisting of full time, part time and intermittent schedules to accommodate varying workloads.

Compensation:

• $14.30 to 18.33 per hour, plus mileage reimbursement at 54.5 cents per mile

To find out more, send an email to New.York.Recruit@Census.gov
Apply online at https://2020census.gov/jobs
For more information or help applying, call 1-855-JOB-2020.

Click here to view the flyer in Spanish

Click here to view the Retirees Flyer

 

Lowe’s Home Improvement Centers will be conducting On-the-Spot Interviews on Wednesday, October 23^rd and Friday, October 25^th from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm at their stores in

• Syracuse
• Camillus
• Oneida
• New Hartford
• Potsdam
• Auburn
• Herkimer
• Clay
• Cicero

They are now hiring for Customer Service Associates, Cashiers, Sales Floor Supervisor, Receiver/Stocker and more!

Monday October 21, 2019

Job Title: Forklift Operator City: Canastota, NY
Summary: The selected candidate must ensure the safe use of a forklift to lift, move and pack merchandise. The candidate must follow all safety guidelines. Minimum qualifications: Must possess at least one year of experience. Selected candidate must be able to sit for long periods of time; sitting on forklift. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Must be able to walk; walking is required in the warehouse.

Pay: not specified Job Order # NY1319441

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Monday October 21, 2019

Job Title: US Census Recruitments City: Utica/Rome, NY
The United States Census Bureau will be recruiting at the Utica Working Solutions Office, 207 Genesee St. 2^nd floor on Tuesday, October 22^nd from 9am-1pm and also will be recruiting at the Rome Working Solutions Office, 300 W. Dominick St. on Wednesday, October 23^rd from 10am-12pm. They will be recruiting for Field Representatives. Interested applicants may apply online ahead of time at https://2020census.gov/en/jobs Walk-ins are accepted and encouraged!

Pay: $14.30-$18.33/hr Job Order # NY1314475

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Tuesday October 22, 2019

Job Title: Teaching Assistant City: Canastota, NY
Summary: full time position required to work 6:30am-2:00pm in the preschool room. The successful candidate would be required to assist with the implementation of the daily classroom lesson plans by applying knowledge of sound early childhood education, developmental concepts, and principles while assuring safety of children in the classroom by performing various duties.

Pay: not specified Job Order # NY1319487

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Tuesday October 22, 2019
Job Title: Family School Navigator City: Utica, NY
Summary: The purpose of this position is to increase the number of children ready for kindergarten (R4K). The FSN will work closely as a team with a Health Home Care Manager (HHCM) and elementary school personnel to identify families with children ages 0-4 to determine if there are learning, behavioral, social/emotional, or medical issues that require attention. The team will work to identify students in grades K-6th evidencing learning, behavioral, social/emotional and/or health issues.

Pay: not specified Job Order # NY1319822

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Wednesday, October 23, 2019

Job Title: Madison County Job Fair City: Wampsville, NY
The Madison County Career Center will be hosting a Job Fair at its location, 133 N. Court St. in Wampsville on Thursday, October 24^th from 10am-12pm. Five businesses with multiple openings will be onsite accepting resumes and conducting interviews for the fields of gaming, hospitality, security, human services, healthcare, production, office, customer service, and more.

Pay: varies Job Order # NY1317080

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Wednesday October 23, 2019

Job Title: Delivery Driver City: Utica/Rome , NY
Seasonal Personal Vehicle Delivery Driver. You would be using your own vehicle to deliver packages. Days of work on average are from November 10th until January 1st. Rate of pay is $21.40/hr, plus $0.53/mile gas reimbursement. Requirements include: 4-Door Vehicle or truck with a cab cover, vehicle registration in your name, vehicle insurance in your name, and a clean NYS driver's license.

Pay: $21.40/hour Job Order # NY1319616

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Thursday October 24, 2019

Job Title: Processing Butcher City: Bridgewater, NY
Summary: perform quality inspections, use meat grinders, knives, saws and other tools to cut meat down into smaller portions, weigh and package cuts. Responsibilities: process meat, prepare a variety of meats to customer' request. Must have an extensive knowledge of meat cuts and standard weight to weigh and package meat, ensure proper refrigeration of all meat products, maintain various equipment.

Pay: not specified Job Order # NY1319230

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Thursday October 24, 2019

Job Title: Tow Truck Operator City: New Hartford, NY
Full and part-time positions for an automotive repair facility in New Hartford. Willing to train the right candidate with no towing experience. Candidates must have a clean driver's license with a W endorsement. Mechanically inclined is a plus, auto repair experience preferred. Days/hours vary. Pay is negotiable. $500 + per week for experienced drivers. Medical Insurance, paid vacation, and paid uniforms. Drug test and background check required.

Pay: not specified Job Order # NY1319426

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Friday October 25, 2019

Job Title: Warehouse General Laborers City: Utica, NY
Summary: Assist warehouse supervisor in filling oil jugs with an automated machine, packaging, labeling.

Janitorial tasks in warehouse, floor scrubber and work areas, general assistance moving material and pallets, loading and unloading freight, daily operations as requested by supervisor. Requirements: looking for packaging or warehousing experiencing. This position does require to be standing and walking all day, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Pay: $12/hr Job Order # NY1319463

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Friday October 25, 2019

Job Title: Journeyman Carpenter 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/hour Job Order # NY1312765

RCIL is offering free and accessible transportation for early voting and on Election Day.

The Resource Center for Independent Living, Inc. (RCIL) is offering free and accessible transportation for Utica, Rome, New Hartford, Whitestown, Marcy and Deerfield residents who wish to vote early in the upcoming general election. Early voting begins Saturday, October 26th and runs every day through Sunday, November 3rd. RCIL will provide transportation during the following dates and times;

• Tuesday, October 29th from 10 am-1:30 pm (New Hartford & Whitestown residents)
• Friday, November 1st from 10 am-1:30 pm (Rome residents)
• Saturday, November 2nd from 10 am-3 pm (Utica, Marcy & Deerfield residents)

RCIL is also offering rides on Election Day, Tuesday, November 5th from 10:00 am - 1:30 pm but encourages residents to utilize early voting. Individuals can call Administrative Assistant, Kelsie Zuercher, at 315-797-4642 Ext. 3118 to schedule a time to be picked up (Utica, Marcy and Deerfield residents must make their reservations by 3:00pm on Friday. November 1st).

The following three sites will be open for early voting in Oneida County;
Boehlert Train Center at Union Station, 321 Main Street, 3rd Floor, Utica
Rome YMCA, 301 West Bloomfield Street, Rome
New Hartford Town Hall (former Gander Mountain), 8635 Clinton Street, New Hartford

Click here to view the full press release!

The OneidaWorks! career event is happening on Monday, October 21st 11:00 am-6:00 pm at the Adirondack Bank Center (Utica Aud). There will be 50 employers there recruiting for 1000+ open positions! Register at: https://oneidaworks.com/

Madison County Career Center will be holding a Job Fair on Thursday, October 24^th from 10:00 am-12:00 pm at their location, 133 N. Court St. in Wampsville. The following businesses will be in attendance:

• Vernon Downs
• First Choice Staffing
• Liberty Resources
• CR Fletcher; Knowles
• The Grande Rehabilitation

For more information contact the Madison County Career Center at 315-363-2400