A rollercoaster ride, uphill climbs but downhill going on now...... - Anonymous employee American Water Employee Review

4.0
Oct 4, 2013
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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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!

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5.0
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Cons

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3.0
Jul 1, 2026
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Pros

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Cons

Stagnant growth. They only focus on leadership development or licensed trades. Growth is based on friendships. Skills and experience don’t mean much.

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