Utility Operator
Posted Date: Sep 30, 2025
Location: Granite City, IL, US, 62040
Company: American Water Works Company Inc
Requisition ID: 108858
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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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Job Information
Serviceperson in Granite City, Illinois
Posted Range:
$29.43/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!
Shift/Hours
Shifts/Hours: 7am -3pm Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday: 11pm on Friday to 7am Saturday, 11pm Saturday to 7am Sunday. Schedule changes will be handled according to language as outlined in the CBA.
Primary Role
The Successful candidate will be responsible for the duties necessary to maintain and ensure reliable operations of the Granite City Wastewater Plant facilities. Operator duties include operation of the SCADA controls for plant operation and monitoring. While not operating, maintenance duties include receiving and testing of chemical deliveries, general maintenance duties of the treatment facilities and outlying stations, housekeeping, and other duties as assigned by management. The utility operator must also maintain the ability to work as a Filter Plant Operator, Operator Leadman, and Laboratory Technician. The utility operator must be able to fill vacancies and perform normal and /or extra duty in these classifications as required to maintain proper plant operations in addition to their normal daily duties.
Knowledge/Skills
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Good mechanical skills.
- SCADA operation.
- Clear understanding of plant operation, a strong work ethic, time management, communication, and organizational and team membership skills.
- Clear understanding of plant operation and pumping station operation including pumps and chemical feed systems and adjustment.
- Valid Driver License.
- Position requires the ability to lift 75 lbs.
- Computer literacy required.
Experience/Education
- High school diploma or equivalent required. Chemistry, science, and mechanical subjects are highly desirable.
- 0-2 years in wastewater industry.
Certifications & Licenses
Employees hired are required by Article 12 section 5 to obtain an IEPA license in accordance with the timeframes outlined in the CBA; Class 4 within 1 year of hire date; Class 3 within 2 years of hire date; Class 2 within 4 years of hire date and Class 1 within 5 years of hire date.
Competencies
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