Charleston Water System named a best place to work in SC for 10th year

Charleston Water System (CWS) was named one of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina for a 10th year in a program offered by SC Biz News, South Carolina Chamber of Commerce and Best Companies Group. All ranked companies will be recognized at an in-person awards ceremony August 5 at the Columbia Convention Center, and rankings will be published in the August issue of SCBIZ magazine.

“The open, honest, and anonymous employee feedback we obtain through this program helps us improve our organization every year,” said Kin Hill, CEO at CWS. “It’s very satisfying to invest in our staff when we know exactly how to prioritize their concerns and deliver real value, which ultimately translates into more engaged workforce and therefore better service for our customers.”

CWS offers a robust benefits package including health and dental coverage, generous vacation time and sick leave, short and long-term disability coverage, an optional vision plan, pre-tax medical and child care flex spending accounts, and supplementary health insurance plans. The utility also offers prescription drug coverage, tax deferred compensation programs, life insurance, and participation in the South Carolina Retirement System.

CWS salaries and hourly pay are market-based and very competitive. Employees are offered college tuition reimbursement, training and professional development through Trident Technical College, the opportunity to earn a water or wastewater operator’s license, and a Team Incentive Program that rewards the successful completion of special projects throughout the year. CWS also encourages its staff to join professional associations such as the American Water Works Association, Water Environment Federation, Government Finance Officers Association, American Society of Civil Engineers, and many others.

“We’re a great place to work if you truly want to make a difference in the community every single day,” said John Atkinson, director of human resources at CWS. “We offer an outstanding culture where our people truly are passionate and coalesced around taking very good care of our customers.”