Wastewater Technician
Posted Date: Sep 4, 2025
Location: Alton, IL, US, 62002
Company: American Water Works Company Inc
Requisition ID: 108719
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About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people across 14 regulated jurisdictions and 18 military installations. American Water’s 6,500 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.
As one of the fastest growing utilities in the U.S., American Water expects to invest $40 to $42 billion in infrastructure repairs and replacement, system resiliency and regulated acquisitions over the next 10 years. The company has a long-standing history of executing its core operations, aligned with sustainable best practices, through its commitments to safety, affordability, customer service, protecting the environment, an inclusive workforce and strengthening communities.
American Water has been recognized on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index for the fifth consecutive year, ranked 18th on Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies 2023 List, earned the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act designation and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s WaterSense® Excellence Award, among additional state, local and national recognitions.
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Position Information
This position pays $32.26 per hour.
This position may be eligible for annual incentive pay and contracted increases as determined by the collective bargaining agreement, and you will have the opportunity for continued salary growth.
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!
Primary Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for the task necessary to maintain and ensure reliable operation of wastewater treatment facilities and lift stations. Maintenance tasks will be highly technical, including work on pumps, chemical feed systems, and controls. The successful candidate will be given tasks that require electrical, mechanical and wastewater facilities knowledge in addition to operations of heavy equipment including a forklift, front loader, dump truck and any other duties as assigned by management.
Key Accountabilities
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Duties will include having a strong knowledge of safety and operations policies and procedures.
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Utilize and create work orders for plant maintenance within our system of record.
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Participate in the creation of standard operating procedures needed (SOP) for the department.
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Conduct routine regulatory and process sampling and laboratory testing. This might include (but is not limited to): biosolids processing, dewatering, and landfill disposal.
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Knowledge and understanding of regulatory permit requirements.
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Effective use of remote monitoring systems.
- Administration duties in both written and oral formats.
Knowledge/Skills
- Strong work ethic, time management, communication, organizational and team membership skills.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Good mechanical skills.
- Position requires the ability to lift 75lbs.
- Computer literacy required.
Experience/Education
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- 0-2 years minimum in the water or wastewater industry preferred
Certifications and Licensure
- Must obtain and maintain an Illinois IEPA Wastewater Class 4 after 1 year, Class 3 after 2 years, Class 2 after 4 years and a Class 1 after 6 years of hire or transfer.
- Must obtain and maintain a CDL and applicable endorsements along with DOT Medical Card within 6 months of hire or transfer.
- Valid driver’s license with clean MVR
Work Environment
- Work is outside year-round in all weather conditions
Work Schedule
- Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm
- Weekend & On-call Rotation
- Rotational Overtime Flexibility required due to covering 5:00 am-1:30 pm shift.
Competencies
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