Wausau utility to propose hires and pay changes to keep experienced operators

Aug 6, 2025

HR and utility staff said on Aug. 5 they will present recommendations in September to add FTEs and adjust pay to retain tenured operators, citing impending retirements, lost tacit knowledge and rising overtime costs.

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Wausau Waterworks staff told commissioners on Aug. 5 they will bring formal recommendations next month to add full-time positions and increase hourly pay to reduce overtime and preserve operational knowledge as long-tenured employees near retirement.

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