Protecting Health and Serving Communities Every Day of the Year
At Richland County Utilities, we work behind the scenes every day to ensure you have clean drinking water and safe, reliable sanitation services. From maintaining advanced water treatment systems to responding to emergencies in any weather, our dedicated team is here to protect public health and support community growth.
Interested in a career that provides essential services? Explore Utilities job openings and be part of the team that protects health and wellbeing in Richland County!
What We Do
- We operate three community water systems and two wastewater treatment facilities, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
- Provide safe, clean water to thousands of homes and businesses.
- Treat wastewater to meet state and federal environmental standards.
- Run a certified laboratory to monitor water quality and safety.
- Maintain systems built to support current and future growth.
- Educate the public through tours and student outreach programs.
Meet Our Operators
Behind every safe glass of water and every flushed drain is a team of highly trained, certified professionals.
Our operators:
- Are licensed by the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation.
- Respond to emergencies in any weather, at any hour.
- Work in complex, often hazardous environments to keep systems running.
- Train constantly to stay on top of safety and innovation.
- They’re not just technicians—they’re guardians of public health.
Community Engagement
Clean water is a promise, and we believe in sharing what we do. That’s why we partner with local colleges to educate future water professionals. We also host facility tours to promote understanding of clean water systems. Have questions about your water service? Interested in scheduling a tour or learning more? We’d love to hear from you.