Treatment Plant Operator (Water Certification Required)
American WaterLexington, Kentucky, United States
Posted May 29, 2026
76500 - 76500 USD
Full Time
About the Company
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States, serving over 14 million people across 14 states and military installations. With a commitment to safety, affordability, and environmental protection, American Water invests heavily in infrastructure improvements and sustainable practices. The company's talented professionals leverage national scale and expertise to deliver reliable services while fostering an inclusive workforce and strengthening communities.
Job Description
The Treatment Plant Operator operates, maintains, and inspects the water treatment plant and related facilities to supply, treat, store, and distribute potable water, and/or operates and maintains the solids handling facilities of the water treatment plant as required to thicken, dewater and dispose of the residuals from the water plant.
Requirements
- Must have a Kentucky Class IV-A Water Treatment Operators License.
- High school graduate or state recognized Educational Equivalency Certificate.
- Forklift, dump truck and backhoe experience preferred.
- Computer skills; MS Word, MS Excel and SCADA systems experience.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Defined Contribution Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- medical
- prescription
- dental
- vision
- disability
- paid time off
- life insurance
- voluntary benefits
- health and wellness programs