Pennsylvania American Water Names New Manager of Field Operations for Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Service Area

Pennsylvania American Water announced today that Anthony Gangemi has been promoted to manager of field operations for the company’s Scranton/Wilkes-Barre district.

In his new role, Gangemi will oversee the company’s field service and distribution facilities in Lackawanna and Luzerne counties, where the company serves more than 135,000 customers. He has more than 27 years of service in the water industry, starting as a foreman with the former Pennsylvania Gas & Water Company, and serving as superintendent for the last 17 years with Pennsylvania American Water.

“Throughout his career, Tony has accumulated vast knowledge about our distribution system, our people, and the communities we serve,” said Michael Salvo, senior director of field operations, Pennsylvania American Water. “As field operations manager, Tony will play more of an integral to ensure that we continue providing reliable service to our customers, enhance economic development, and strengthen relationships with our local communities.”

A resident of Throop, Gangemi holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Scranton. He is currently serving his second term on Throop Borough council.

Pennsylvania American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately 2.2 million people. Founded in 1886, American Water is the largest publicly traded U.S. water and wastewater utility company. With headquarters in Voorhees, N.J., the company employs approximately 6,700 dedicated professionals who provide drinking water, wastewater and other related services to an estimated 14 million people in more than 30 states and parts of Canada.