Does American Water pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, American Water employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at American Water. This rating has decreased by 2% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at American Water?

64% of American Water employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated American Water 3.5 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.5 for culture and values and 3.3 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at American Water?

Customer Service Representative (20) , Operations (10) , Operations Specialist (9) , Operator (9) , Plant Operator (8) , Manager (7) , Supervisor (7) , Utility Worker (7) , Analyst (6) , Director (6) , Engineer (6) , Project Manager (6) , Customer Service Representative (CSR) (5) , Technologist (5) , Accounts Payable Specialist (4)

What are the pros of working at American Water according to real employee reviews?

"Benefits for exempt employees are good because there are a lot of exempt union workers." ((in 113 reviews)); "good pay and free money." ((in 57 reviews)); "The people I work with are great and the work we do is rewarding." ((in 33 reviews)); "salary seem competitive" ((in 23 reviews)); "Good Work/life balance" ((in 20 reviews))

What are the cons of working at American Water according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management and the mandatory overtime." ((in 43 reviews)); "Most low level managers have no idea how to manage people." ((in 17 reviews)); "It's hard to believe anything upper management says because it always seems so fake and forced." ((in 15 reviews)); "no training, advancement, old boy network, union" ((in 11 reviews)); "Management actively partakes in favoritism" ((in 10 reviews))

What are employees saying about American Water layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about American Water layoffs and their outlook for job security at American Water in 2026.

What are the top reviewed American Water locations?

Camden , Cherry Hill , Voorhees , Alton , Saint Louis , Pensacola , Belleville , Mount Laurel , Pittsburgh , Indianapolis , Mechanicsburg , Sacramento , Naperville , Philadelphia , Scranton , Lexington-Fayette , Greenwood , Hershey , Woodcrest , Newark , Champaign , Chicago , Peoria , Merrick , New York , Charleston , Monterey , Davenport , Norristown , Bridgewater

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American Water reviews

3.6

64% would recommend to a friend

(617 total reviews)

John Griffith

65% approve of CEO

58% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

3.9

Compensation and benefits

3.8

Diversity & inclusion

3.5

Culture & values

3.5

Work/Life balance

3.3

Career opportunities

2.8

Senior management

American Water has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 617 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The American Water employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Energy, Mining & Utilities industry (3.7 stars).

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Reviews by job title

617 reviews

3.0

Oct 14, 2013

New system implemented; still waiting for the benefits

Analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great benefits like medical, dental, 401K

Cons

No career advancement; dead end jobs.

4.0

Oct 4, 2013

A rollercoaster ride, uphill climbs but downhill going on now......

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

good benefits so far, able to participate in AWK stock. I was able to form my own network of colleagues to rely on for assistance in other areas of the Company...all nice people,

Cons

Management says they are open to employee input & concern but they are not... that includes middle management & up. They don't care attitude comes across in their speech, their emails and memos, their body language. Its all about the buck, how much can be saved for their pockets. Problems are shoved under the carpet, there is no HR Dept, just a Service Center. Employees are leaving the company or retiring because too many changes. Dont work here if you want a life!

4.0

Sep 14, 2013

Great experience. Plenty of opportunity along with long hours.

Director

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

People are great. Having the right director is critical. Plenty of opportunity to work stretch assignments, broaden your horizons and acquire new skills.

Cons

Efficiency overload. When peers or direct reports leave, you must revalidate why the position is needed. The process eats time and minimizes your ability to get things accomplished (esp. In mid manager roles.). Stretch assignments - even large ones - are on top of your normal 110% load, so building for your future comes at a tremendous expense of your personal life and family.

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