Veterans Workforce Resources
BAYWORK knows military members are a great fit for the water and wastewater sector because of their technical expertise, dedication to mission and experience working in a regulated environment. We are working diligently with our member agencies to provide the necessary incentives and a clear career path to encourage our military men and women to join our ranks.
Good pay, High Job Security
Careers in water and wastewater are stable with good salaries and benefits and are found all over the country. Due to retirements in the industry, many positions are now available for people new to the industry, or for experienced water professionals. Everyone needs water and water jobs are available in every part of the country. Water and wastewater professionals serve the smallest and largest communities.
Build on your skills
The water sector prizes the skills that Veterans bring to their work, whether they are working in personnel and utility management, or as a water/wastewater operator or engineer. Former service members have initiative, are excellent at teamwork, are natural leaders and communicators, work well under stress, and will make sure they fulfill their mission of providing safe water to the community.
Salary Range
Current 2020 Salary Range for Operators in Bay Area: $78,000 – $109,000OTHER CAREER CATEGORIES
OTHER CAREER RESOURCES
PDF DOWNLOADS
OTHER WEBSITE RESOURCES
LINKS TO EXTERNAL SITES
Resources
California Water Services Group Hires and Empowers Vets
Veterans Digital Flyer Resources
Work for Water – Veterans Focus
AWWA Resources Tools Workforce Veterans
Civilian to Military Occupation Translator
Careers in the Military – Water and Sewage Treatment Plant Operators
U.S. Army – Soldier for Life Community
Marine Corp – Marine for Life Networ
Career Paths
Jobs
BACWA – Waste Water Career Links
CA Water Jobs – Find Jobs, Build Job Skills, Get Certified







