Charleston Water Systems named a Best Place to Work in South Carolina for eighth consecutive year
June 13, 2018
Charleston Water System (CWS) ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina in the large employer category for the eighth consecutive year in a program offered by SC Biz News, South Carolina Chamber of Commerce and Best Companies Group. Awards and final rankings for honorees will be presented at a banquet August 2 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center in Columbia, South Carolina.
“Our people are our most valuable resource,” said Kin Hill, CEO at CWS. “Our continued recognition in this awards program is rooted in the great pride we all take in our work, which naturally supports our mission to support public health and protect the environment.”
CWS offers a competitive 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. They also offer 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.
“Building a great place to work has always been a top priority for us,” said John Atkinson, Director of Human Resources at CWS. “Employee satisfaction starts with competitive compensation, great benefits, opportunity for advancement, and an outstanding culture, but it’s our shared commitment to achieve excellence and exceed customer expectations that allows us to retain staff for an average of 14 years.”
About Charleston Water Systems
Founded in 1917, CWS is as a public water and wastewater utility that provides water service to more than 450,000 people in the greater Charleston area, sewer service to more than 180,000 people, and currently employs more than 420 associates. If you’re looking to make a difference in the community while helping protect public health and the environment, view open positions and submit an application at their secure online job application system at www.charlestonwater.com/354/Join-Our-Team.
