Not the "golden child"? - Anonymous employee American Water Employee Review

2.0
Oct 11, 2015
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Salary,annual incentive (bonus) plan and health benefits are good and competitive. Many opportunities with company for a variety of positions. They are also a financially stable company with opportunities for growth.

Cons

Although salary is good, they expect a lot from you for it, unless you are the "golden child" and then you are given opportunities even if others are move qualified. As they grow they still try to keep the expenses down so everyone is expected to do even more with less.

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5.0
Jun 26, 2026
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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
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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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