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Where Your Water Career Can Come to Life - West Basin Featured in Industry Training Video
The job market these days can be tough to navigate. But did you know there are jobs available in the water industry that help keep Southern California’s water systems running? This is an industry that will never go away because water will always be needed. A new career resource video from the California-Nevada Section of the American Water Works Association (CA-NV AWWA) offers a glimpse into the people behind the work and how you can become one of them. And FUN FACT, the video features West Basin Municipal Water District’s Edward C. Little Water Recycling Facility as the backdrop showcasing the work in action!
As one of the nation’s most advanced water recycling facilities, the Edward C. Little Water Recycling Facility is a fitting setting to showcase the wide range of careers that make reliable, sustainable water supplies possible. From treatment plant operators and engineers to laboratory analysts, electricians, mechanics, and maintenance crews, water professionals play a critical role in protecting public health and supporting our communities every day.
The video highlights H₂O Know, CA-NV AWWA’s online learning platform that helps current and aspiring water professionals build their skills and advance their careers.
H₂O Know offers:
💧 100% online, self-paced training
💧 Earn technical and safety contact hours anytime
💧 Access courses 24/7 from any device
💧 Built for real-world water professionals
Whether you're considering a future in the water industry, preparing for certification, or looking to expand your expertise, H₂O Know makes professional development more accessible than ever—no classroom schedules, travel, or waiting lists required.
Watch the featured video and explore the H₂O Know Learning Portal to discover how a career in water can make a lasting impact on the communities we serve.