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The Workforce Development Board (WDB) of
Herkimer, Madison & Oneida Counties'
Apprenticeship Newsletter
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Apprenticeship Week is Nov 13-17
What is National Apprenticeship Week?
"NAW is a nationwide celebration where employers, industry associations, labor organizations, community-based organizations, workforce partners, education providers, and government leaders host events to showcase the successes and value of Registered Apprenticeship. Apprenticeships are instrumental in re-building our economy, advancing racial and gender equity, building a pipeline to good quality jobs, and supporting underserved communities.
"This year NAW’s theme is “Registered Apprenticeship: Superhighway to Good Jobs,” to reflect the prominence that Registered Apprenticeship has received as a proven and industry-driven training model that expedites the pathway into good jobs and improves diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) in the workplace. Registered Apprenticeship is recognized as a key strategy to improving job quality and creating access to good-paying jobs for all, including populations historically underrepresented – women, people of color, and individuals with a disability – and underserved populations, such as youth and young adults. It addresses some of our nation’s pressing workforce shortages in teaching, advanced manufacturing, clean energy, cybersecurity, and other high-priority sectors."
Learn More/See Resources; https://www.apprenticeship.gov/national-apprenticeship-week
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https://www.nasrcc.org/work/ | |
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Manufacturing Businesses: Do you need help
upskilling your Workforce?
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The Workforce Development Board of Herkimer, Madison & Oneida (WDB/HMO) has partnered with the NYCAN (NY College Apprenticeship Network) grant to reimburse on-the-job training costs for advanced manufacturing companies that have less than 50 employees and a registered apprentice program.
Wages can be reimbursed at 50% up to $25 an hour for six months of on-the-job training (OJT) with minimum paperwork.
The undirected funding provides many benefits for small to medium-sized manufacturing companies and ensures the apprentice is trained in accordance with the company’s standards and procedures.
If you would like to know how your company can take advantage of this funding or know of a company that would benefit, please contact Alice Savino at asavino@working-solutions.org
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Virtual Job Fair - Success!
On Tuesday, October 24th, the Workforce Development Board's Regional Apprenticeship Development and Readiness (RADAR) grant project hosted a free virtual job fair for all businesses and job seekers in a seven-county region: Herkimer, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga, Chenango, Delaware and Otsego.
Some 68 job seekers took advantage of the opportunity to have an instant interview with representatives from 48 local businesses, with more than 200 job opportunities and nearly 1800 job vacancies.
Our Workforce Development Board grant staff was also on-hand to speak with job seekers about our free training grant programs and supportive services and how we can help them jumpstart a career in a chosen career field.
Attending Businesses:
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- Otsego County Government
- Bassett Healthcare Network
- Springbrook
- NYS OPWDD - Broome DDSOO
- Birnie Bus Service
- Optum: UnitedHealth Group
- First Choice Staffing
- Community Wellness Partners
- Otsego Northern Catskills BOCES
- NYSCRC Americorps Seniors - Senior Demonstration Program
- LEAF, Inc
- Catholic Charities Oneida/Madison County
- Upstate NY ReEntry Network
- Mohawk Valley Health System (Wynn Hospital)
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- Sysco
- Leonard Bus Sales, Inc.
- Parratt-Wolff, Inc.
- Mohawk Valley Water Authority
- Adirondack Bank
- Aerotek
- Chartwells Dining Services @ Colgate University
- Hutchings Psychiatric Center
- Brookdale Senior Living
- SUNY Morrisville
- Emerald Equipment Systems Inc
- Sustainable Office Solutions, LLC
- Gear Jammerz
- New York State Veterans Home at Oxford
- Doce Lume Farm/Go Native! perennials LLC
- Defense Finance and Accounting Service
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- Liberty Resources
- Corning Incorporated - Oneonta
- Janitronics Inc.
- UPS
- T&K Lumber Company
- Center for Family Life and Recovery Inc.
- SUNY
- HP Hood LLC
- Centro
- AmeriCorps VISTA
- Thompson & Johnson Equipment Co.
- Education and Training Resources/Oneonta Job Corps Academy
- Janitronics Facility Services Inc.
- Working Solutions
- St. Joseph's Health
- SUNY Apprenticeship Program
- SUNY Delhi
- OPWDD.NY.GOV/ career-opportunities
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Stay Tuned for More Information About our November Virtual Job Fair! | |
Businesses: We have On-The-Job Training Funding | |
Job Seekers: We can help you jumpstart your new career | |
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Apply Today at radarjoin.com
Questions? Contact Sommer Edwards at 315-207-6951 ext.133
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Interested in Joining the Laborers' Union?
Here are some certifications we can pay for:
- Flagger
- Aerial Platform/Boom Lift/ Scissor Operator
- Trench & Excavation
- Scaffold Safety
- OSHA
- Confined Space Awareness
- Rigger Signalman/Operator Safety
To learn more contact Sommer Edwards:
sedwards@working-solutions.org
315-207-6951 ext.133
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Benefits of Apprenticeship
- Helps recruit and develop a highly skilled workforce.
- Improves productivity and the bottom line.
- Provides opportunities for tax credits and employee tuition benefits in some states.
- Reduces turnover costs and increases employee retention.
- Creates industry driven and flexible training solutions to meet national and local needs.
- Allows workers to earn and learn at the same time.
More and more companies are realizing the advantages we can offer in helping to train their future workforce.
Employers: If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please let us know!
We can also help you set up a new apprenticeship program.
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Registered Apprenticeship: The Top Talent Development Solution for Employers
"Thousands of manufacturers across the U.S. and among our global competitors use the Registered Apprenticeship training model to recruit, train, and retain workers with the right skills. Registered Apprenticeship has been the most effective training model for enhancing companies’ performance and competitiveness."
LEARN MORE
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We are keeping up with national and local news on our Facebook Page including:
- Reports & Surveys,
- Interviews (apprentices, students, schools employers & stakeholders),
- Government news,
- Apprenticeship tips,
- Local opportunities and more!
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About the Workforce Development Board of Herkimer, Madison, Oneida (HMO) Counties:
The role of the local Workforce Development Board (WDB) is system focused and strategic in nature. As a decision-making entity, the WDB determines priorities of service, negotiates measures, facilitates integration, and ensures quality outcomes. By understanding workforce development needs, anticipating trends, and focusing on system outcomes and performance, the WDB can effect substantial long-term change in the economic well being of the community.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
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Have Questions?
Please Contact us!
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Alice Savino, Executive Director
asavino@working-solutions.org
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This workforce product was funded by a grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration. This product was created by the recipient and does not necessarily reflect the official position of the U.S. Department of Labor. The Department of Labor makes no guarantees, warranties, or assurances of any kind, express or implied, with respect to such information, including any information on linked sites and including, but not limited to, accuracy of the information or its completeness, timeliness, usefulness, adequacy, continued availability or ownership. This product is copyrighted by the institution that created it. Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
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