Supervisor, Field Operations at American Water in Charleston, WV | Kablio

Role

Description

operational integrity

regulatory compliance

cost solutions

standards implementation

reporting

business development

Ensure effective people management policies and practices are developed and implemented (e.g., time and attendance, workforce management, etc.) and ensure resources are developed and deployed appropriately.
Contribute to effective communication by listening and providing constructive feedback; supporting the creation of an open and honest work environment; cascading and sharing knowledge and information relevant to other members of the team and colleagues across the business.
Ensure that operational integrity (quality, environment, reliability, health, safety, security, etc.) is maintained.
Develop and direct cost-effective solutions to meet customers’ expectations and technical requirements and to encourage best practice and innovation throughout all operational areas.
Supervise the implementation of standards, targets, policies, and plans to ensure the continuing and increasing operational efficiency, effectiveness, and profitability.
Support the Business Development function in the operational analysis pricing and integration of water and wastewater business opportunities in both the regulated and non-regulated markets.
Ensure local water and/or wastewater operations meet the required standards and are in compliance with regulatory targets.
Implement effective reporting processes. Provide analysis and support with information required for various reports, budgets, and business plans.
Implement effective communications at all levels of our operations. Provide effective leadership that will enhance our abilities to be flexible to changing business environments.
Work collaboratively with other functional leads to mitigate business risks.
Implement and foster the coaching and development of employees, including idea generation, within respective functional areas.
Assist with preparing and controlling local construction, operations, and maintenance within established budget limitations.

Requirements

degree

water knowledge

process knowledge

supervisory experience

2 year or 4 year degree in operational discipline, management, or related technical discipline or equivalent.
Knowledge of the regulated water/wastewater business within the region and the regulations impacting the business as well as applicable regulations, requirements, and trends within water/wastewater business,
Knowledge of company policies and procedures and management theories, practices, and trends, expert knowledge of process and operational areas.
3-5 years experience in supervising operational areas and managing and meeting performance targets or equivalent experience in Field Services role

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Since 1886

Year Established

The company was founded in this year, marking the beginning of its journey in water and wastewater services.

14M+ People

Serve Millions Daily

The company delivers water and wastewater services to over fourteen million people across the United States.

24 States

National Presence

The company operates and provides essential water services in a significant portion of the U.S., covering two dozen states.

130+ Years

Legacy of Excellence

With over a century of experience, the company has built a reputation as a leader in water systems and operations.

Provides vital water and wastewater services, ensuring communities have access to clean water.
Has a long history of managing water infrastructure in partnership with municipalities.
Recent projects include modernizing infrastructure, expanding service coverage, and improving water treatment facilities.
Known for innovation in water management, offering sustainable solutions to modern water challenges.
A trusted provider for residential, commercial, and industrial customers across the U.S.

Culture + Values

Safety first – safety is our top focus for every employee, customer and community we serve.
Trust, dignity & respect – being dependable, honest, transparent and accountable; ensuring everyone is acknowledged, heard and empowered to thrive.
One team – leveraging our size, scale and expertise to act as a cohesive team working towards a greater purpose.
Environmental leadership – delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable services while acting as a trusted steward of our most precious resource.
High performance – committed to excellence in everything we do, executing to the best of our abilities and addressing issues quickly and transparently.

Environment + Sustainability

75% reduction

Injury Rate Improvement

The injury rate has been reduced by 75% since 2018, demonstrating a strong commitment to workplace safety.

20 billion kWh

Solar Energy Generation

Deployment of solar panels at six treatment facilities generates approximately 20 million kWh annually.

6.4 billion gallons

Water Saved

Leak-detection technology has prevented the loss of 6.4 billion gallons of water per day over five years.

≤1%

Affordable Water Bills

Average residential bills are capped at ≤1% of median household income, ensuring affordability.

Medium‑term GHG goal: reduce scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2035 from a 2020 baseline.
Long‑term GHG goal: achieve net zero scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050.
Water delivery efficiency: by 2035, reduce water delivered per customer 15% vs 2015 baseline.
Water system resilience: by 2030, increase Utility Resilience Index by 10% vs 2020 baseline.
Drinking water quality compliance tied to employee compensation via Annual Performance Plan.
Infrastructure investment: billions annually, including $28–32 billion over ten years to modernize assets, boost resiliency, reduce leaks and enhance water quality.
In 2022, water‑line replacement rate was 136 years—well ahead of nearly 200‑year industry average.

Inclusion & Diversity

#11 Ranking

Forbes Best Employers for Diversity

Recognized as one of the top employers for diversity in the U.S.

4 Years

Consistently top-scoring utility in the Disability Equality Index.

2022 Pay Equity

Conducted a comprehensive pay equity analysis across the organization.

Four Consecutive Years

Included in the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index for four years.

Chief Inclusion Officer (dual-reporting to CEO & CHRO) leads ID&E strategic plan.
Inclusion & Diversity Advisory Council provides governance and guidance for ID&E efforts.
Four employee business resource groups launched: female empowerment; Black/African American; LGBTQ+; caregivers & disability.
Social-goal tracking includes % female and racial/ethnic diversity based on self-identification.
Annual Performance Plan includes Employee Diversity as performance metric.

Articles

Careers

Sustainability

Role

Description

operational integrity

regulatory compliance

cost solutions

standards implementation

reporting

business development

Ensure effective people management policies and practices are developed and implemented (e.g., time and attendance, workforce management, etc.) and ensure resources are developed and deployed appropriately.
Contribute to effective communication by listening and providing constructive feedback; supporting the creation of an open and honest work environment; cascading and sharing knowledge and information relevant to other members of the team and colleagues across the business.
Ensure that operational integrity (quality, environment, reliability, health, safety, security, etc.) is maintained.
Develop and direct cost-effective solutions to meet customers’ expectations and technical requirements and to encourage best practice and innovation throughout all operational areas.
Supervise the implementation of standards, targets, policies, and plans to ensure the continuing and increasing operational efficiency, effectiveness, and profitability.
Support the Business Development function in the operational analysis pricing and integration of water and wastewater business opportunities in both the regulated and non-regulated markets.
Ensure local water and/or wastewater operations meet the required standards and are in compliance with regulatory targets.
Implement effective reporting processes. Provide analysis and support with information required for various reports, budgets, and business plans.
Implement effective communications at all levels of our operations. Provide effective leadership that will enhance our abilities to be flexible to changing business environments.
Work collaboratively with other functional leads to mitigate business risks.
Implement and foster the coaching and development of employees, including idea generation, within respective functional areas.
Assist with preparing and controlling local construction, operations, and maintenance within established budget limitations.

Requirements

degree

water knowledge

process knowledge

supervisory experience

2 year or 4 year degree in operational discipline, management, or related technical discipline or equivalent.
Knowledge of the regulated water/wastewater business within the region and the regulations impacting the business as well as applicable regulations, requirements, and trends within water/wastewater business,
Knowledge of company policies and procedures and management theories, practices, and trends, expert knowledge of process and operational areas.
3-5 years experience in supervising operational areas and managing and meeting performance targets or equivalent experience in Field Services role

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Since 1886

Year Established

The company was founded in this year, marking the beginning of its journey in water and wastewater services.

14M+ People

Serve Millions Daily

The company delivers water and wastewater services to over fourteen million people across the United States.

24 States

National Presence

The company operates and provides essential water services in a significant portion of the U.S., covering two dozen states.

130+ Years

Legacy of Excellence

With over a century of experience, the company has built a reputation as a leader in water systems and operations.

Provides vital water and wastewater services, ensuring communities have access to clean water.
Has a long history of managing water infrastructure in partnership with municipalities.
Recent projects include modernizing infrastructure, expanding service coverage, and improving water treatment facilities.
Known for innovation in water management, offering sustainable solutions to modern water challenges.
A trusted provider for residential, commercial, and industrial customers across the U.S.

Culture + Values

Safety first – safety is our top focus for every employee, customer and community we serve.
Trust, dignity & respect – being dependable, honest, transparent and accountable; ensuring everyone is acknowledged, heard and empowered to thrive.
One team – leveraging our size, scale and expertise to act as a cohesive team working towards a greater purpose.
Environmental leadership – delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable services while acting as a trusted steward of our most precious resource.
High performance – committed to excellence in everything we do, executing to the best of our abilities and addressing issues quickly and transparently.

Environment + Sustainability

75% reduction

Injury Rate Improvement

The injury rate has been reduced by 75% since 2018, demonstrating a strong commitment to workplace safety.

20 billion kWh

Solar Energy Generation

Deployment of solar panels at six treatment facilities generates approximately 20 million kWh annually.

6.4 billion gallons

Water Saved

Leak-detection technology has prevented the loss of 6.4 billion gallons of water per day over five years.

≤1%

Affordable Water Bills

Average residential bills are capped at ≤1% of median household income, ensuring affordability.

Medium‑term GHG goal: reduce scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2035 from a 2020 baseline.
Long‑term GHG goal: achieve net zero scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050.
Water delivery efficiency: by 2035, reduce water delivered per customer 15% vs 2015 baseline.
Water system resilience: by 2030, increase Utility Resilience Index by 10% vs 2020 baseline.
Drinking water quality compliance tied to employee compensation via Annual Performance Plan.
Infrastructure investment: billions annually, including $28–32 billion over ten years to modernize assets, boost resiliency, reduce leaks and enhance water quality.
In 2022, water‑line replacement rate was 136 years—well ahead of nearly 200‑year industry average.

Inclusion & Diversity

#11 Ranking

Forbes Best Employers for Diversity

Recognized as one of the top employers for diversity in the U.S.

4 Years

Consistently top-scoring utility in the Disability Equality Index.

2022 Pay Equity

Conducted a comprehensive pay equity analysis across the organization.

Four Consecutive Years

Included in the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index for four years.

Chief Inclusion Officer (dual-reporting to CEO & CHRO) leads ID&E strategic plan.
Inclusion & Diversity Advisory Council provides governance and guidance for ID&E efforts.
Four employee business resource groups launched: female empowerment; Black/African American; LGBTQ+; caregivers & disability.
Social-goal tracking includes % female and racial/ethnic diversity based on self-identification.
Annual Performance Plan includes Employee Diversity as performance metric.

Articles

Careers

Sustainability