CDO Workforce coordinates and focuses employment, training and education development resources across three counties, providing service to employed people, unemployed people and employers alike. Our goal is to improve the long-term growth and development of the work force.
"Leave “corporate” behind and unlock your passion for ingenuity in a mission based, creative culture where doing well and doing good are one in the same. Golden Artist Colors is a world class art materials manufacturer bridging creative communities and inspiring global change through the arts. We do this by building our world class brands of professional artist paints, and by supporting the arts with partners who share our values and mission.
Who are we?
Golden Artist Colors is a manufacturer of art materials revered across the globe by professional and aspiring artists. Employee owned and based in Central NY, Golden’s mission is to grow a sustainable company dedicated to creating and sharing the most imaginative and innovative tools of color, line, and texture for inspiring those who turn their vision into reality. Our portfolio includes the well-established Golden brand which has set the standard for professional quality acrylic paints since 1980, as well as two newer brands- Williamsburg oils which was acquired in 2010, and QoR watercolors which were created by Golden in 2014.
Join Our Audacious Vision!"
Responsibilities:
The Outreach Coordinator works with Sr. Brand Managers to increase brand engagement among artists, retailers, employees, and the extended Golden community. The Outreach Coordinator is heavily focused on disseminating product samples, branded merchandise, and collateral packages to these audiences through events and direct communications, generating new contacts for the brands and stimulating brand advocacy. In addition, supports trade show logistics, scanning and archiving of ads and press releases, and annual update of documentation (price lists, setup files, sell sheets, etc.).
Requirements:
Education Required:
AAS Degree preferred
Experience Desired:
How much:
3-5 years
Type experience:
Experience in an office environment
Our extensive benefits package includes:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Medical and Dental Insurance
401(k) with Employer match
No-cost Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Benefits
Paid Holidays and Time Off
Quarterly bonus for the purpose of distributing to employees a share of profits as additional remuneration over and above regular wages or salaries.
Wellness Reimbursement Program
Continuing Education Reimbursement
Child Care Reimbursement
Paid Community Service Hours
Employee Discount on Product
Employee assistance program
Referral Bonus program
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Location: New Berlin
This position works from 3:45pm to 2:15am, Monday through Thursday.
Responsibilities:
Receive and deliver incoming materials to appropriate locations. Pick and deliver WIP and component materials to filling area and stock WIP from Paint Making. Accurately count inventory, preform inventory tracking, and utilize computer skills to enter information about materials and products transactions in the ERP system. Prepare and inspect outbound carts of products being transferred to GAC Distribution Center and ensure manifest are complete and accurate. Prepare and inspect all outbound shipments to customers. Requires certification to operate multiple types of forklifts including counterbalance forklifts, sit down forklifts, stand up forklifts, cherry-pickers, and clamp and reach forklifts. Attention to detail is an absolute must for this position.
Requirements:
Physical Requirements:
• Frequent working at heights w/safety harness/fall protection equipment
• Occasional balancing/working at heights
• Operation of forklifts, pallet jacks, order pickers, and delivery trucks
• Load and unload materials (5-gallon pails of paint with varying weights, boxes of packaging material)
• Continuous standing/walking on concrete surface.
• Occasional climbing of stairs/ladders and on/off equipment.
• Constant reaching from below waist to waist and shoulder heights. Occasional overhead lifting.
• Occasional to frequent bending. May be sustained.
• Occasional to frequent squatting.
• Occasional heavy pushing/pulling (70 lbs force). Frequent/ moderate pushing/pulling (50 lbs). Constant light pushing/pulling (10-25lbs). Pushing/pulling is frequently from an extended/outward stretched position.
• Rare lifting transferring of 100 to 110-lb cylinders
• Occasional twisting
• Frequent lifting of up to 65 lb. 5-gallon pails. Constant lifting/transferring of 45 to 50 lb 5-gallon pails stacked 3-4 high. Lifting is often combined w/outward reaching due to confined space. Lifting may be combined with balancing/outward reaching when working from order picker to stock higher shelves.
• Frequent carrying of up to 65lb 5-gallon pails.
• Occasional lifting of 66-lb. kegs/65-lb. bags of raw material.
• Frequent to constant lifting of 50-1b. bags of raw material. Lighter weights are handled as well including 3, 5 and 20-1bs.*NOTE: All lifting is generally maintained in a range of floor to waist/chest height. No shoulder height or overhead lifting.
• Constant grasping & hand use.
• Occasion to frequent daily use of a respirator and able to pass a respirator medical clearance
• Constant visual and auditory acuity to insure accuracy and to maintain safety and awareness in a warehouse/production environment.
Our extensive benefits package includes:
Medical and Dental Insurance
401(k) with Employer match
No-cost Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Benefits
Paid Holidays and Time Off
Wellness Reimbursement Program
Continuing Education Reimbursement
Child Care Reimbursement
Paid Community Service Hours
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2nd shift times are from 3:15pm to 1:15am, Monday through Friday
Responsibilities:
Load/unload products onto and from trucks; review/complete documents; print shipping labels; perform cycle counts and inventory control; pick, pack, and label orders; check for quantities and quality; process orders; record identifying information; conduct inspection of products, orders, etc.; inform others of damages or shortages; complete required paperwork. This position will be HAZMAT trained, will have knowledge of shipping requirements for all GOLDEN products, and be trained on order pickers, wave machines, pallet jack, ride-on pallet jack, and the scanning system.
Requirements:
Education Required:
High School Diploma with additional computer training, or equivalent
Experience Desired:
How much:
Entry Level -3-6 months of work experience
Type experience:
Picking, packing, shipping, receiving and general warehouse work
Physical Requirements:
• Continuous standing/walking on concrete surface. Intermittent periods of brief sitting is possible. Ergonomic matting is present where prolonged standing occurs.
• Frequent stair/ladder climbing to access higher shelves.
• Constant reaching with bilateral upper extremities ranging from below torso height to shoulder height and overhead.
• Occasional to frequent bending.
• Occasional to frequent squatting.
• Constant grasping/pinching/fingering and fine motor manipulation, including use of tapers, peeling labels, and light keyboarding.
• Frequent light to moderate pushing and pulling, including carts, hand jacks, and product. Ability to generate up to 40-50 pounds of force.
• Occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds from floor to waist (36 inches).
• Occasional lifting/transferring (waist to waist or floor to waist) of 5 gallon containers (up to 62 lbs.)
• Intermittent lifting of 5 gallon pails weighing up to 75 pounds from floor to waist.
• Constant lifting of 1-10 pounds. Objects are obtained from shelves at heights of 4 inches to 6 feet 8 inches and are placed in bins located on carts 38 inches high.
• Good visual acuity.
• Auditory acuity to communicate with co-workers and monitor busy work environment.
• Occasional lifting of completed rack assemblies in boxes approximately 2 x 3 ft. tall (30-50 lbs.).
Our extensive benefits package includes:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Medical and Dental Insurance
401(k) with Employer match
No-cost Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Benefits
Paid Holidays and Time Off
Quarterly bonus for the purpose of distributing to employees a share of profits as additional remuneration over and above regular wages or salaries.
Wellness Reimbursement Program
Continuing Education Reimbursement
Child Care Reimbursement
Paid Community Service Hours
Employee Discount on Product
Employee assistance program
Referral Bonus program
Free or low-cost services and funding are available to help offset the costs associated with hiring and training:
• Free Booth in Virtual Job Fairs. The WDB is utilizing Premier Virtual, a U.S.-based, Veteran-owned job fair platform. Premier Virtual is an easy-to-use job fair simulation that provides real-time interaction between recruiters and candidates, including video chat. The platform includes a customizable exhibitor booth with buttons to share video content, web-links, job vacancies, company overviews, embedded live or pre-recorded Zoom links, and the ability to access post-job fair reports and more. (Next HMO Job Fair: August 11th! Businesses and Job Seekers: REGISTER HERE. )
• Custom Virtual Job Fair. For one employer, utilizing Premier Virtual, includes the above, plus customized job fair promotion, including social media, HMO/CDO website(s), email outreach and press releases. ($350)
• Focused Webinar Presentation Platform. For employers with more than 10 job openings. Hosted on Zoom and includes promotion. ($250)
• Free Job Listings that Reach Across New York State and Targeted to Local Social Media. Job listings will appear on the NYS Job Bank and will also be posted on local HMO/CDO social media, websites, and in HMO/CDO newsletters.
• On-The-Job Training Grants for Eligible Employees. Funding for employers utilizing on-the-job (OJT) training receive reimbursement of a percentage of eligible employees’ wages for a training period. In-house OJT training ensures the employee is trained in accordance with company standards and procedures, begins working immediately with a team, and quickly becomes productive. Employer rights remain intact. If the trainees hired do not meet their performance standards, the employer retains the right to terminate them.
• Assistance with Apprenticeship Programs. WDB apprenticeship programs provide on-the-job learning, job-related classroom or online instruction, and pre-apprenticeship training. Employers who utilize apprentices report higher productivity, higher retention rates and a substantial return on investment.
Through the Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act, local Workforce Development Boards endeavor to strengthen the workforce by creating partnerships between businesses and workers that lead to long-term growth and prosperity for both.
Contact WDB Executive Director Alice Savino for more information: 315.207.6951 ext. 122,
Leave “corporate” behind and unlock your passion for ingenuity in a mission based, creative culture where doing well and doing good are one in the same. Golden Artist Colors is a world class art materials manufacturer bridging creative communities and inspiring global change through the arts. We do this by building our world class brands of professional artist paints, and by supporting the arts with partners who share our values and mission.
Who are we?
Golden Artist Colors is a manufacturer of art materials revered across the globe by professional and aspiring artists. Employee owned and based in Central NY, Golden’s mission is to grow a sustainable company dedicated to creating and sharing the most imaginative and innovative tools of color, line, and texture for inspiring those who turn their vision into reality. Our portfolio includes the well-established Golden brand which has set the standard for professional quality acrylic paints since 1980, as well as two newer brands- Williamsburg oils which was acquired in 2010, and QoR watercolors which were created by Golden in 2014.
Join Our Audacious Vision…Golden Artist Colors is seeking a Filling Technician – 2nd Shift and a Logistics’ Analyst
Second shift works 3:45 PM to 2:15 AM, Monday through Thursday.
Responsibilities:
Work in all areas of the Filling Department getting supplies ready for filling operation; running filling machines; capping, labeling, putting product away; helping to keep work area clean and equipment properly cleaned and put in the proper location; serve as a member of the filling team in attending meetings, assisting with work process improvements, helping team members where needed. Use of production software and completion of necessary paperwork.
Requirements:
High School Diploma
Attention to detail, quality focus
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Flexible to changing workloads/Work overtime when needed
Team Player – assisting wherever needed in the department
Good attendance record
Basic computer skills
May require a physical assessment and background check
Physical Requirements:
• Continuous periods of standing/walking on concrete surface. Minimal ergonomic matting present. Some slip/trip hazards present. Intermittent periods of sitting generally possible for all positions. Dumper, filler, and capper positions may generally alternate sit vs. stand as desired. Adjustable stools with backs are available.
• Occasional to constant forward bending, twisting.
• Occasional squatting, climbing.
• Constant reaching bilaterally.
• Constant grasping, pinching bilaterally with moderate force and occasional to frequent use of hand tools.
• Up to constant twisting/applying torque with bilateral forearms.
• Constant light pushing/pulling; occasional to frequent moderate pushing/pulling of up to 40-50 pounds.
• Occasional lifting/carrying of up to 65# 5-gallon containers, which may be stacked 2-3 high. Buckets are obtained and carried 3-5 feet, and then must be lifted and dumped into a 36 inch high hopper.
• Frequent lifting of up to 35 pounds from 36 inches and placed at floor to 36 inches.
• Constant lifting of up to 20#’s from 36” and placed at floor to 36 inches.
• Occasional lifting of up to 20#’s from 36” and place at 36” to 48”.
• Constant visual acuity to monitor quality of product.
Our extensive benefits package includes:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Medical and Dental Insurance
401(k) with Employer match
No-cost Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Benefits
Paid Holidays and Time Off
Quarterly bonus for the purpose of distributing to employees a share of profits as additional remuneration over and above regular wages or salaries.
Wellness Reimbursement Program
Continuing Education Reimbursement
Child Care Reimbursement
Paid Community Service Hours
Employee Discount on Product
Employee assistance program
Referral Bonus program
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Supervisor: Supply Chain Manager
Responsibilities: Responsible for ensuring Direct to Customer distribution and logistics programs meet the needs of the company and our customers. Identifying waste and working with the team to implement improvement ideas and processes. Creates and executes transportation strategy for Golden Artist Colors, including freight sourcing strategy, carrier selection, routing decisions, mode selection, and freight payment and audit services.
Requirements:
Education Required:
o 4 year degree in supply chain management, logistics, warehouse management or other related disciplines.
o NAFL or APICS Certification in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD)
Experience:
How Much (months, years, etc.)
o 5-7 years
Type experience
o Experience in maintaining key fields within a WMS and TMS (Transportation Management System)
o Warehouse management with wide responsibility identifying/implementing metrics to improve inventory control, material flow, warehouse utilization and supervision. Proven record for process improvement in automated WMS’s. Successful projects to rearrange warehouse space to improve flow with a 2-3 year ROI. High analytical skills and curiosity. Tenacity for continuous improvement.
Physical Requirements:
Our extensive benefits package includes:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Medical and Dental Insurance
401(k) with Employer match
No-cost Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Benefits
Paid Holidays and Time Off
Quarterly bonus for the purpose of distributing to employees a share of profits as additional remuneration over and above regular wages or salaries.
Wellness Reimbursement Program
Continuing Education Reimbursement
Child Care Reimbursement
Paid Community Service Hours
Employee Discount on Product
Employee assistance program
Referral Bonus program
"Leave “corporate” behind and unlock your passion for ingenuity in a mission based, creative culture where doing well and doing good are one in the same. Golden Artist Colors is a world class art materials manufacturer bridging creative communities and inspiring global change through the arts. We do this by building our world class brands of professional artist paints, and by supporting the arts with partners who share our values and mission.
Who are we?
Golden Artist Colors is a manufacturer of art materials revered across the globe by professional and aspiring artists. Employee owned and based in Central NY, Golden’s mission is to grow a sustainable company dedicated to creating and sharing the most imaginative and innovative tools of color, line, and texture for inspiring those who turn their vision into reality. Our portfolio includes the well-established Golden brand which has set the standard for professional quality acrylic paints since 1980, as well as two newer brands- Williamsburg oils which was acquired in 2010, and QoR watercolors which were created by Golden in 2014.
Join Our Audacious Vision…Golden Artist Colors is seeking a Web Developer and a Paintmaker I - 2nd Shift - See the Details for Both Positions Below:
Responsibilities:
Develop & maintain company web sites, web applications, and customer relationship management system.
Job duties include:
• Development, maintenance, and support of company web sites, working with guidance and input from Marketing, Public Relations, and other internal departments
• Providing basic website support for external customers by responding to customer email submissions and verifying problem reports
• Web application development and support, working with guidance and input from internal departments
Requirements:
Education Required:
Associate Degree in Web Design and Development or equivalent degree/work experience.
Experience:
2 years of the following:
• PHP
• MySQL 5.5 or higher administration
• HTML/CSS
• Javascript (Vue, jQuery, or other frameworks)
• Database design experience
• PHP development frameworks (Laravel, CodeIgnitor, or other)
Plus:
• WordPress administration and customization experience
• Experience with Bootstrap & other responsive design strategies
• Strong troubleshooting/debugging skills
• Ability and willingness to learn new web technologies
• Attention to detail and attentive to the user experience (UX)
• Can work alone or with team members without being under constant direct supervision
• Version Control (Git) experience
Preferred:
• RESTful API experience
• UI/UX experience
• SEO optimization experience
• SugarCRM administration/development
• Java Development (Tomcat/Liferay a plus)
• Directus CMS
Our extensive benefits package includes:
Medical and Dental Insurance
401(k) with Employer match
No-cost Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Benefits
Paid Holidays and Time Off
Wellness Reimbursement Program
Continuing Education Reimbursement
Child Care Reimbursement
Paid Community Service Hours
Employee Discount on Product
Employee assistance program
Referral Bonus program
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2nd Shift works from 3:45pm-2:15am, Monday through Thursday
Responsibilities:
Individuals are required to operate and be efficient in at least two of the following: large versator, small versator, or all mills, and multiple pieces of equipment, including drum dumper, fork truck, manual jack, power jack, etc. This individual may be required to operate the bulk mixer. This position must also efficiently perform all processes, which may consist of mixing, milling, de-aerating, pumping, and quality control of paint and related products. Incumbent is also responsible for general cleaning of machinery and drums, as well as entering data into the ERP system. This position requires use of a respirator.
Requirements:
Education Required:
High School Diploma or equivalent plus additional computer training
Experience Desired:
How much:
1-3 years
Type experience:
Working with equipment requiring the use of safety equipment in an environment where quality was a focus and where all employees were expected to be problem solvers
Physical Requirements:
• Continuous periods of standing/walking on concrete surface. Some ergonomic matting present. Slip/trip hazards present.
• Occasional climbing on/off a platform. Step may be as high as 23”
• Constant reaching from below the waist to waist and shoulder heights. Occasional overhead reaching.
• Occasional to frequent bending. May be sustained.
• Occasional to frequent squatting.
• Occasional moderate to heavy pushing/pulling (70 lbs force). Frequent light pushing/pulling (25 lbs force).
• Occasional twisting
• Frequent lifting of up to 60 lbs 5-gallon pails. Lift may originate from 11’ to 23”. Pails are lifted and stacked at heights from floor to 14 1/2”, 29” and 43” high.
• Occasional overhead lifting of 20 lbs (empty barrel containers). Lift originates from floor height.
• Frequent carrying of up to 60 lbs 5-gallon pails.
• Constant grasping/pinching, occasionally combined with torque. Includes use of hand tools.
• Constant visual and auditory acuity to monitor running of machinery and quality of product.
• Occasional to frequent daily use of a respirator and able to pass a respirator medical clearance
• Intermittent lifting of 5-gallon pails weighing up to 75 lbs. from floor to waist.
Our extensive benefits package includes:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Medical and Dental Insurance
401(k) with Employer match
No-cost Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Benefits
Paid Holidays and Time Off
Quarterly bonus for the purpose of distributing to employees a share of profits as additional remuneration over and above regular wages or salaries.
Wellness Reimbursement Program
Continuing Education Reimbursement
Child Care Reimbursement
Paid Community Service Hours
Employee Discount on Product
Employee assistance program
Referral Bonus program
Securitas Security Services is looking for Security Officers in Sidney, NY
Job Description:
Position located in the Sidney area. Observes and reports activities and incidents at an assigned client site, providing for the security and safety of client property and personnel. Makes periodic patrols to check for irregularities and to inspect protection devices and fire control equipment. Preserves order and may act to enforce regulations and directives for the site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and premises. Controls access to client site or facility through the admittance process Patrols assigned site on foot or in vehicle; checks for unsafe conditions, hazards, unlocked doors, security violations, blocked entrances and exits, mechanical problems, and unauthorized persons. Protects evidence or scene of incident in the event of accidents, emergencies, or security investigations. Responds to incidents of fire, medical emergency, bomb threat, flooding, water discharge, elevator emergency, hazardous materials, inclement weather, and other incidents. Prepares logs and reports as required. Specific duties or tasks may vary and be documented separately. The employee might not be required to perform all functions listed. Additional duties may be assigned, and functions may be modified, according to business necessity.
Job Requirements: With or without reasonable accommodation, the physical and mental requirements of this job may include the following: seeing, hearing, speaking, and writing clearly. Occasional reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling. Frequent sitting, standing and walking, which may be required for long periods of time, and may involve climbing stairs and walking up inclines and on uneven terrain. Additional physical requirements may include, frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds. Must be able to meet and continue to meet any applicable state, county and municipal licensing requirements for Security Officers.
Duration: Full Time, Regular
Work Days: Work days vary
Shift: Varies
Minimum Education Required: GED
Apply at: securitasjobs.com
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Electron Coil is looking for a Capacitor Winder in Norwich, NY
Job Description:
Wind delicate Mica paper into Capacitors using manual and semi-automatic machines. Load machines with rolls of fail and insulation materials. Skills Needed: Ability to work in a team environment. Ability to self-inspect and self-supervise. Good attention to detail. Ability to produce consistently accurate results.
Benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vacation, Sick Leave, Holidays, Retirement/Pension
Duration: Full Time, Regular
Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Minimum Education Required: GED
To apply, contact the employer in person, by mail, by fax, or by email:
Ted Clark
141 Barr Road
Norwich, NY 13815
Fax: Clarke, Ted (607) 334-9076
Email:
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Electron Coil is looking for a Quality Inspector in Norwich, NY!
Job Description:
Quality Inspector to perform visual and mechanical inspection of small to large parts. Will use automatic and manual electric testers, occasional testing with high voltage. Must know how to measure using different measuring devices including calipers, rulers and tape measure. Perform data entry of records into computer.
Skills Needed: Ability to work in a team environment. Ability to self-inspect and self-supervise. Good attention to detail. Ability to produce consistently accurate results.
Work days are Monday thru Thursday, Full-time, first shift. Education required: High school diploma and above.
Benefits: Health, dental insurance. Vacation, sick leave, Holiday and 401k.
Duration: Full Time, Regular
Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Shift: First (Day)
How to Apply:
To apply, contact the employer in person, by mail, by fax, or by email:
Ted Clarke
141 Barr Road
Norwich, NY 13815
Fax: (607) 334-9076
Email:
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Munson's True Value is hiring for Equipment Maintenance/Cust. Service in Oneonta, NY
Job Description:
NY1380088 Full time Mon-Sat. (Saturdays are mandatory), 40-44hrs/wk. Heavy lifting and good customer service skills required as is some mechanical or small engine knowledge and troubleshooting. Duties include but are not limited to maintaining rental construction equipment and being able to show customers how to use the equipment. Medical benefits provided after probationary period.
Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 Hourly
Benefits: Health Insurance, Holidays
Hours per Week: 40
Duration: Full Time, Regular
Work Days: Monday thru Saturday
Shift: First (Day)
To apply, contact the employer by telephone, or by email:
Phone: Tina Willert,(607) 432-5971
Email:
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Munson's True Value is hiring a Yard Worker in Oneonta, NY
Job Description:
Full time, 5/6 days/wk. (every other Saturday is mandatory). Must be at least 21 with clean driver's license. Must be able to lift 100lbs, knowledge of small truck/trailer combos and/or building materials is preferred. Also must be able to interact with customers.
Pay: $13.00 - $14.00 Hourly
Benefits: Health Insurance, Holidays
Hours per Week: 40
Duration: Full Time, Regular
Work Days: Monday thru Saturday
Shift: First (Day)
Minimum Education Required: Less Than High School
Driver Licenses, Including Endorsements: Class D (Operator)
To apply, contact the employer by telephone, or by email:
Phone: Tina Willert, (607) 432-5971
Email:
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Gilbert Plumbing and Heating is lookig for a Plumber/Heat Technician in Gilberstville, NY
Minimum Experience Required: 3 years
Job Description:
NY1380099 Responsibilities include but not limited to troubleshooting and repairing plumbing and heating issues, helping to install heat systems, yearly maintenance on heat systems. Plumb for and install fixtures including sinks, toilets, water heaters, etc.
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 Hourly
Benefits: Vacation, Holidays
Hours per Week: 40
Duration: Full Time, Regular
Work Days: Monday thru Friday
Shift: First (Day)
Minimum Education Required: Less Than High School
Driver Licenses, Including Endorsements: Class D (Operator)
To apply, contact the employer by telephone, or by email:
Phone: Tina Willert, (607) 353-2982
Email:
Our goal is to help job seekers not just find a job, but develop and manage a career. That means helping them when they have a job and when they are looking. We also strive to help employers find the workers they need quickly and the resources to improve training, workforce retention and workforce restructuring.
A DRC is a Disability Resource Coordinator, someone who helps individuals with disabilities find employment.
High School Equivalency (HSE/GED) A high school equivalency or GED/HSE is a recognized alternative to a high school diploma.
Work-Based Learning (WBL) provides students and job seekers with real-life work experience that compliments their academic studies. Typically they include job shadowing, mentoring, internships, and apprenticeships.
A Team Helper is anyone who is the lead support person to the job seeker with disabilities along their career journey. It can be a family member, friend, employment counselor, Disability Resource Coordinator (DRC), or case manager.
A stop-gap job is temporary employment until something better or more permanent can be obtained.
Basic needs refers to the goods and services necessary for a minimum standard of living. This includes access to food, safe shelter, clothing, and sanitation. Reliable transportation and education can also be considered a basic need.
A safe space is intended to be free of bias, conflict, criticism, or potentially threatening actions, ideas, or conversations.
Competitive integrated employment (CIE) is work performed by a person with an impairment or health-related disability (health impairment) within an integrated setting. Wages are at least minimum wage or higher and at a rate comparable to non-disabled workers performing the same tasks.
For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education.
