Entry-Level Water Quality & Compliance Technician

American Water Co.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical coverage

Dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

American Water is hiring a Technician, Water Quality & Environmental Compliance in New Jersey. The role involves collecting samples across assigned water and/or wastewater systems and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

The position offers a base hourly salary of $25–$27 with eligibility for annual incentive pay and growth opportunities. Benefits include 401(k), health coverage, stock purchase plan, and more.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; associate degree preferred.
• 0–2 years in operations, admin or customer service preferred.
• Knowledge of water utility operations preferred.
• Knowledge of SAP preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Strong verbal and written communication; attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze plant, field and regulatory samples.
• Analyze results, record data and identify process control issues.
• Prepare reagents/standards, maintain logs and lab cleanliness.
• Maintain QA/QC on lab equipment and process monitors.

Skills

Water utility operations

SAP

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s degree in science or related

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

American Water is hiring a Technician, Water Quality & Environmental Compliance in New Jersey. The role involves collecting samples across assigned water and/or wastewater systems and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

The position offers a base hourly salary of $25–$27 with eligibility for annual incentive pay and growth opportunities. Benefits include 401(k), health coverage, stock purchase plan, and more.