August 2023
Introducing the Palm Beach County
Water Utilities Department
2022 Water Quality Report
August is Water Quality Month and Palm Beach County Water Utilities Department (PBCWUD) encourages you to learn more about our treatment process and water quality standards! Features of the report include summarized easy-to-read charts, which explain where the utilities drinking water comes from and how it is treated.
 
We deliver more than 60 million gallons per day of affordable, clean drinking water to over 600,000 residents located within 1,300 square miles of Palm Beach County. In 2022, PBCWUD conducted more than 80,000 tests on samples from hydrants, commercial buildings, and taps. These tests ensure we continue to meet and exceed all Federal and State water quality standards throughout our distribution system. 
PBCWUD Receives Sterling Manufacturing Business Excellence Award
PBCWUD has been honored with the 2023 Sterling Manufacturing Business Excellence Award - GOLD presented by the Florida Sterling Council. This historic achievement marks PBCWUD as the first water utility in the state to receive this prestigious honor.
 
The Florida Sterling Council, established in 1992 and supported by the Executive Office of the Governor, oversees the Governor's Sterling Award for Performance Excellence, recognizing organizations with exceptional management approaches. The Sterling Manufacturing Business Excellence Awards, presented annually, recognizes PBCWUD's outstanding performance in crucial areas such as leadership, strategy, customer and market focus, measurement, analysis, knowledge management, workforce, and operations. 
PBCWUD Receives Southeast Desalting Association 2023 Outstanding Membrane Plant Award
PBCWUD is proud to announce that its Water Treatment Plant 9 has been honored with the Southeast Desalting Association (SEDA) 2023 Outstanding Membrane Plant Award for Large Facilities.
 
Presented by SEDA, the Outstanding Membrane Plant Award is a testament to Water Treatment Plant 9's commitment to delivering high-quality water to the community. SEDA, dedicates itself to enhancing water supplies through membrane desalting and filtration, water reuse, and other water sciences. This esteemed recognition applauds the exceptional maintenance efforts and exemplary performance of the membrane treatment plant. 
A Day at Wakodahatchee Wetlands
Wakodahatchee Wetlands is open longer! Take advantage of the cooler temperatures in the early morning or late evening to explore the beauty of the wetlands from 6 A.M. until 7 P.M. every day, whether it's birdwatching, photography, or simply taking a peaceful walk, Wakodahatchee Wetlands is calling you.
Start your Career at PBCWUD
Our award-winning organization has exciting opportunities available in the water utility sector! Join Palm Beach County Water Utilities and be a part of our dynamic team. We're hiring for multiple positions, including:
  • Communicator - Lead (Non-Bargaining Unit)
  • Utility Construction Technician I
  • Utility Maintenance Worker
  • Infiltration And Inflow Technician I
  • Operations And Maintenance Superintendent
  • Utility Regulatory Compliance Specialist
  • Utility Plant Operator I
  • Utility Plant Operator II
  • Utility Plant Mechanic
  • Frs Tech - Contract Management Intern
  • Frs-Tech (Business/Accounting)
  • Chemist (Organics)
  • Senior Professional Engineer
  • General Maintenance Mechanic
  • General Maintenance Mechanic
  • Lift Station Technician I
  • Utility Line Technician II
  • Utility Line Technician II
  • Utility Plant Mechanic
  • Water Plant Superintendent
  • Utility Plant Operator Apprentice
  • Chief Water/Wastewater Plant Operator
  • Maintenance Worker II
  • Industrial Electrician
  • Technical Research Assistant
  • Project Coordinator I
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PBCWUD Water Emergency Hotline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
If you are experiencing any of the following:
  • Low water pressure
  • Sewer back-ups
  • Exposed water leaks near or around the meter
  • Meter box and/or meter lid broken or missing
  • Main water valve lid or box problems
Contact our hotline at 561.740.4600 and select option 1.
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