Primary Role

Gain firsthand experience in how water utilities support communities and ensure sustainability. Collaborate with professionals to assist with environmental management and water quality activities for assigned facilities, ensuring compliance with all water quality and environmental regulations.

Key Accountabilities

• Implement and manage monitoring and reporting programs to ensure compliance with federal and state water quality/environmental regulations and company standards.
• Conduct advanced sampling and analysis of water.
• Analyze data and develop reports, including interpreting water quality reports and records.
• Resolve water quality and treatment issues at full-scale production facilities and distribution systems.
• Handle and document water quality complaints.
• Assist operations staff in water and wastewater facilities with routine production activities, including data collection and evaluation.

Knowledge/Skills

• Detail-Oriented: Conduct thorough analyses and evaluations, and implement timely decisions and recommendations.
• Independent Worker: Manage time across multiple projects and deadlines.
• Collaborative: Seek input and coordinate with staff.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Technical Proficiency: Good working knowledge of computer programs, databases, and software.
• Organizational Skills: Demonstrated organizational and administrative abilities.
• Analytical Skills: Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

Experience/Education

• Enrollment in an Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemistry or Biology undergraduate degree program from an accredited school.
• Minimum of 2 years of completed coursework.

Other

• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to pass a background check.

We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and join us in making a difference in our communities.

Competencies

Compensation Data

The base salary range represents a good faith salary range for this position. The expected pay range for this position is between $18.00 per hour and $28.00 per hour. If you are hired at American Water your compensation will be determined based on factors such as market, geography, skills, candidate's program year, discipline, and degree. At American Water, we are committed to pay equity. 

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