Maintenance Technician

Share Our Purpose. Be Yourself. Feel Valued. 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! 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 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water’s approximately 7,000 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. The base salary range represents a good faith salary range for this position. This position is eligible for annual incentive pay and has the opportunity for continued salary growth. If you are hired at American Water your base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as market, geography, skills, education, and/or experience. At American Water, we are committed to pay equity. In addition to compensation, you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k),Defined Contribution Plan, EmployeeStock 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!

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#LI-Onsite Primary Role American Water is seeking a full-time Maintenance Technician to join our team in East. St. Louis. In this role, you will be responsibe for the preventative maintenance of treatment plant equipment including hydraulics, chemical feed systems, analyzers, pumps, motors, valves and more. Our ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude and be eager to learn the water industry. Knowledge/Skills Strong work ethic, time management and organizational and team membership skills Ability to communicate well and to work with minimal supervision. Good mechanical skills Ability to start up, shut down, and make operating adjustments to all equipment for proper continued operation Ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods of time Ability to lift and/or carry up to 75 lbs Basic computer skills are required Education/Experience High school degree or equivalent required Mechanical and/or electrical experience or training is desired 0-2 years of experience working in water industry Shifts/Hours Full-time Thursday - Sunday 10PM - 6:30AM **Changes in hours may become necessary for continued operation of Business** Certifications Class C Water Operator License required after 2 years in position Class A Water Operator License required after 4 years in position. Class C driver's license and D.O.T. medical card required within 30 days of being awarded position 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr American Water Co.