Great at recognizing talent, fails at developing and keeping talent - Senior Manager American Water Employee Review

3.0
Oct 29, 2014
Recommend
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Pros

great benefits, decent salaries, flexibility in the workplace

Cons

no training, dysfunctional work culture, confusing organizational changes, unaccountable employees who drag down office morale who are never dealt with, work/life balance

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5.0
Jun 26, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Everything is really good. I value how much they care about safety. They practice what they preach.

Cons

You have to wait a year in your current position before applying to move up.

3.0
Jul 1, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great benefits. Affordable health insurance

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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