Operator, Water Treatment

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American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations.

American Water’s approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.

The base salary range represents a good faith salary range for this position. This position is eligible for annual incentive pay and has the opportunity for continued salary growth. If you are hired at American Water your base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as market, geography, skills, education and/or experience. At American Water, we are committed to pay equity.

In addition to compensation, you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, plus disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs and much more!

American Water is also proud to offer employees learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally!

The Operator, Water Treatment is responsible for performing entry‑level operational and maintenance support work at a water treatment facility. This role supports daily plant operations, monitoring, routine maintenance, and data collection activities while learning treatment processes and regulatory requirements. Work is performed under the general supervision of Senior and Lead Operators or local management.

The shift for this role is 7a-3:30p Tuesday through Saturday (or Sunday through Thursday). There is overtime, rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and/or on-call assignments required depending on operational needs.

• Assist with the startup, shutdown, and periodic operating checks of water treatment plant under supervision.
• Perform routine equipment adjustments as directed by licensed operators such as pumping systems, chemical feeders, auxiliary equipment, and control systems.
• Monitor storage tank levels and pump station indicators and report flows, pressures, chemical feeds, levels, and water quality indicators.
• Inspect plant every hour or as scheduled, recording all data and problems on daily log.
• Perform filter backwashing procedures following established SOPs and direction.
• Load and unload chemicals used at the treatment plants following all chemical handling procedures. Maintain chemical inventory levels.
• Collect water samples and perform routine laboratory tests following established procedures, and report results to licensed operators or supervisors.
• Maintain accurate and complete plant records,…