Careers

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Are you interested in protecting the environment by using state of the art technology and innovative problem-solving techniques? Can you envision yourself as a team member for a diverse employer striving to be a national leader in the areas of sustainability, water reclamation, flood management, and improving water quality? If you answered yes, then please read on:

Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) offers various technical and professional employment opportunities where employees are committed to providing world-class water and wastewater services as a leading environmental steward.

At MMSD, you can look forward to a satisfying career that offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.

If you're committed to improving the community and the environment, we encourage you to apply for a position.

MMSD is dedicated to developing the next generation of water workforce through a variety of career exploration and training opportunities.

Do you want to work at MMSD, but there are no current open positions in your field? Sign up for our Job Interest Card to be notified when a position opens for the categories you select.

For additional jobs in the water industry visit, MMSD’s contracted wastewater treatment operator that maintains Jones Island and South Shore water reclamation facilities, Veolia Water Milwaukee, LLC.

MMSD Employee Testimonials

“Milwaukee has gone through drastic changes over the last couple centuries and I’m most interested in seeing how those changes have impacted water quality in Lake Michigan. Many people in the city are getting together to improve Milwaukee's waterways and Lake Michigan, and I get to see firsthand how these improvements are making a difference to our environment.”

- Mitch Olds, MMSD - Water Resource Specialist

"From day one with MMSD I have felt like I was a part of a family committed to servicing our communities. I am proud of the work we do at MMSD – from outreach and education to creating beautiful green infrastructure. MMSD is more than just a job – it is a teaching organization with a culture of support, passion and pride in the work that we do. My pride comes in knowing I play a part in the many plans, discussions and projects the District implements to improve our water quality and maintenance, among so many other initiatives.

As an employee I am afforded the opportunity to grow personally, professionally and creatively. My work in Supplier Diversity is valued and supported, which is very important for the growth of our Small, Women, Minority and Veteran-owned firms."

- Gwen Johsnon, Supplier Diversity Specialist

Learn why Roxanne Rhinehart's passion for protecting public health and our community has made her proud to work in the MMSD laboratory for 36 years.

Dione Woitach's (Garson) love of water encouraged her to go back to school to become a civil engineer and eventually, a Project Engineer at MMSD.

Flannery Doyle's interest in construction and water resulted in a co-op with MMSD when she was still in school, ultimately leading to her employment as an MMSD engineer.

“Being a Project Engineer in the water industry find a balance between protecting the public health and provide valuable service to improve water quality. There are many uses for water beyond drinking and bathing. Working in the water industry gives you the opportunity to directly impact the environment by reducing water pollution and improve public safety."

- Courtney Allen, MMSD - Senior Project Engineer

courntey allen project engineer talking to a resident

“Water is essential to life. My work in keeping that water clean and connecting people to water in a new way helps ensure a healthy water future. I am proud to play a small role in keeping our water healthy for future generations.”

- Nadia Vogt, MMSD - Senior Project Manager

"I love the idea of being able to implement technology that positively impacts the waterways of our current communities but also future generations."

- Juan Villegas, MMSD - Senior Systems Analyst