KATY, Texas - Missouriar -- Inframark, a leading provider of water and wastewater operations and maintenance (O&M) services across the U.S., was recently recognized by the Oklahoma Water Environment Association (OWEA) at their 2024 OWEA Awards ceremony. Inframark's Oklahoma team received several awards, including Operator of the Year, Maintenance Technician of the Year, Line Maintenance Technician of the Year, Automation and Instrumentation Technician of the Year, and the Association's coveted Exemplary Employer accolade.

Paul Hendricks received the Operator of the Year Award, Tristen Kelley received the Maintenance Technician of the Year Award, Brandon Butcher received the Line Maintenance Technician of the Year Award, and Brandon Williams received the Automation and Instrumentation Technician of the Year Award. Regional Director Jeromy Brush accepted the Exemplary Employer award on behalf of Inframark.

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According to the OWEA, the OWEA Exemplary Employer Award recognizes Oklahoma employers who support and facilitate their employees' involvement and activities within the OWEA and Water Environment Federation organizations, with special consideration given to those employers who foster the involvement and activities among Young Professional OWEA members.

"I was so proud to be able to attend this awards program and support our Oklahoma O&M team," remarks Andy Appleton, Inframark's President of Operations and Maintenance. "There was a vast pool of candidates for these awards, and our people's dedication to their communities and the industry are unmatched. Adding the Exemplary Employer Award to the list of distinctions reinforces our drive and determination to be the best in the industry in all areas."

OWEA President Emily Rowland, P.E., adds, "OWEA wants to congratulate all our awardees this year. We know people working in this sector of the industry can often get overlooked and not receive the recognition they deserve. We want to make sure these individuals and employers are recognized for all their hard work in keeping our industry operating. We appreciate Inframark's involvement and dedication to our organization!"

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About Inframark

Inframark, LLC (www.inframark.com) is an industry-leading applied technology and solutions firm focused on water and wastewater contract operations and maintenance across the U.S. By integrating automation and intelligent data solutions in water and wastewater operations and maintenance, management of community infrastructure, and data systems integration, Inframark can provide unparalleled service. With over 40 years of experience managing water-related infrastructure, the company employs 3,100 people, serving over 400 clients in 30 states. Inframark manages facilities that can treat a billion gallons of drinking water and wastewater daily.