Foreperson

American Water; Fayetteville (WV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

American Water is seeking a Foreperson to lead a crew responsible for the construction, maintenance, and operation of water works facilities. You will direct daily tasks, ensure safety, and coordinate with supervisors to keep water systems performing reliably.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent and 3+ years in construction, plumbing, or related trades. It involves hands-on field work with potential for growth and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years in construction, plumbing, or building trades.

Responsibilities

• Assigns duties to department employees as directed. Installs and maintains water pipelines, services, valves, pumps, meters, tank connections and other water facilities.
• Trains and rates the work performance of crew members. Completes all company reports related to crew.
• Determines staff, equipment and materials needed for each job. Enforces safety regulations as required for the assigned work.
• Inspects meters, valves, hydrants, and pipes to detect defects such as leaks or malfunctioning meters; tightens pipe connections as needed.
• May record meter readings. May break-up pavement to dig excavations in preparation to remove or repair pipe.
• Performs work as assigned by supervisor.
• Must be able to perform essential functions and meet the physical requirements for the position.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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! 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 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, 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!

Primary Role

The Foreperson directs and performs a variety of tasks to assist in the work of a crew or crews engaged in the construction, maintenance and operation of water works facilities.

Key Accountabilities

• Assigns duties to department employees as directed. Installs and maintains water pipelines, services, valves, pumps, meters, tank connections and other water facilities.
• Trains and rates the work performance of crew members. Completes all company reports related to crew.
• Determines staff, equipment and materials needed for each job. Enforces safety regulations as required for the assigned work.
• Inspects meters, valves, hydrants, and pipes to detect defects such as leaks or malfunctioning meters; tightens pip connections as needed.
• May record meter readings. May break-up pavement to dig excavations in preparation to remove or repair pipe.
• Performs work as assigned by supervisor.
• Must be able to perform essential functions and meet the physical requirements for the position.

Experience/Education

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years in construction, plumbing, or building trades.

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 arean individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.