Requisition ID: 109586
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People are the heart of our business. As an American Water employee, you will be offered a competitive salary and health benefits package, along with opportunities to develop, grow, and evolve your career. Our benefits packages focus on key areas such as health & wellness, emotional & well-being, and savings for current & future goals.
We are Beautifully Different. We strongly believe having diversity across our company makes us more successful and helps us provide essential services to our customers. We are stronger because we embrace different ideas, viewpoints, experiences, and backgrounds. American Water is the best choice for your next role! Click here for more information on our inclusion, diversity, and equity journey.
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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Primary Role
🌊 Make an Impact This Summer
Are you looking for a full-time, paid summer job doing real fieldwork that keeps Missouri communities running?
Missouri American Water is hiring for 8–12 week, full-time summer positions supporting essential water infrastructure projects across the state. This is an opportunity to learn how critical systems operate, develop practical field experience, and work alongside experienced professionals in a safety-focused environment.
This is more than a summer job — it is a professional work experience that builds real-world responsibility and career exposure.
📍 Locations Across Missouri
St. Louis, Jefferson City, Mexico, St. Charles, St. Joseph, Stewartsville, Joplin, and surrounding areas.
🌟 Why Join Us?
💰 Competitive Pay — Full-time, paid summer opportunity
🛠️ Hands-On Experience — Work on real infrastructure projects
🚀 Career Exposure — Discover career paths in utilities, infrastructure, and skilled trades
💙 Community Impact — Help maintain systems that serve thousands of people
📈 Growth & Development — Build skills in operations, safety, teamwork, and time management
Key Accountabilities
💡 What You Will Do
- Under the direction of experienced field professionals, you will:
- Assist in field operations, maintenance, and infrastructure projects
- Support hydrant maintenance, meter inspections, and service restorations
- Use industry tools and equipment
- Work both independently and as part of a team
- Follow all safety procedures and environmental guidelines
☀️ About the Work
- This is an active, outdoor position in Missouri summer heat. Most days will be spent in the field — inspecting hydrants, turning valves, painting, lifting equipment, and working alongside operational crews. There is no office component. This is a professional work environment. Employees are expected to arrive on time, follow safety procedures at all times, communicate effectively with supervisors, and complete assigned work responsibly. If you take pride in physical work, enjoy being outdoors, and want to understand how essential infrastructure supports your community — this is a strong opportunity to gain meaningful experience.
Knowledge/Skills
🙌 What We Are Looking For
- Reliable and punctual
- Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
- Ability to work independently when assigned tasks
- Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
Experience/Education
📚 Qualifications & Requirements
- Must be 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED required
- Valid driver's license required
- Ability to work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday
- Ability to report to work for early morning start times (typically between 6:30–7:00 AM)
- Physically able to work outdoors in summer heat and perform physical tasks
Work Environment
- Must be physically able to work indoor or outdoor during seasonal heat and cold or other adverse weather conditions.
- Must be physically able to complete necessary tasks while wearing approved personal protective equipment.
- Must be able to remain alert and attentive to job requirements and co-workers.
- Schedule: Days and hours will vary by location.
- Must be able to work 40 hours per week.
Additional Information
⚡ What to Expect from Our Process
- After applying, you may be contacted by email and text — please ensure your contact information is current
- Selected applicants will participate in a brief 10–12 minute phone interview to review availability, work expectations, and summer plans
- Offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening
- Selected candidates will receive full placement details prior to start date
🚀 Ready to Get Started?
- This opportunity is ideal for individuals interested in gaining real-world experience and exploring career paths in operations, utilities, or skilled trades.
- Returning Summer Program employees with a strong work record will receive priority consideration.
- Apply today and join a team that keeps Missouri running.
Competencies
Join American Water...We Keep Life Flowing™
American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.