Today is the #NationalDayoftheDeployed, when we honor the brave service members who have been deployed, are currently deployed, or will be deployed in service to our country. We appreciate and respect the immense sacrifices they and their families make to protect our freedoms.

🍺 NATIONAL AMERICAN BEER DAY! 🍻 Today we celebrate the American made brews so many of us love to hoist. And since #beer is at least 90% #water, raise a glass to the hard working men & women who keep the water safely flowing! #NoWaterNoBeer #NationalAmericanBeerDay American Water Works Association

Today is National First Responders Day, when we honor the nearly five million career and volunteer first responders who dedicate their lives to protecting and saving lives. If you see a first responder today, tell them, "thank you!" #NationalFirstRespondersDay

REMEMBER... Don't just unplug your phone or tablet and leave the charger plugged in! Many chargers use electricity when plugged in, even of not connected to a device. Plus, leaving them plugged in can cause them to overheat and cause a fire. #safety

This fall, take advantage of TVA EnergyRight's new attic insulation rebate! 🍂💵​​ Attic Insulation keeps your home warm in the winter & cool in the summer, leading to year-round energy savings. Now, save even more with increased rebates!​​ Visit energyright.com

👻 Happy Halloween from all of us at Huntsville Utilities! 👻

➡️ JOBS JOBS JOBS ⬅️ Open Positions: Accounts Payable Specialist I Master Meter Technician Senior Engineer - Gas Senior Engineer - Transmission & Distribution Storekeeper I Water Plant Operator II For more information or to apply: hsvutil.org/careers #jobs #hiring

Last month we had our annual Utility Adventure Days, where 4th graders came out to learn how utilities work and how to be safe around them. Over 1,800 students attended, and many sent thank you cards to Wattson, our Safety Squirrel, which he greatly appreciated. #publicpower

It was Career Day recently at New Hope Elementary, and Skyler, a Crew Leader in our Water Department, sent us this pic of his son, who wants to follow in his footsteps. We think the logo looks good on him! New Hope Elementary MadCoSchools American Water Works Association #careerday

❗️SCAM ALERT❗️There is a scammer calling people from a 256-770-XXXX number. He says he's Kevin from HSV Utilities & your service will be cut off unless you pay him. This is a scam. We have suspended disconnects until further notice because of the government shutdown.

➡️ WE'RE HIRING! ⬅️ Huntsville Utilities is accepting applications for a Revenue Protection Specialist. For more information or to apply, go to hsvutil.org/careers

Today is National STEM/STEAM Day, when we inspire kids to explore and pursue their interests in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Some of the fastest growing occupations are STEM/STEAM related, so developing an early interest can lead to success later in life.

🎉CONGRATULATIONS!🎉 Last week we recognized the latest group of graduates from our lineworker, substation, and meter shop apprentice programs. These men have been working in the field and classroom to learn their trade, and we're very proud of them. #publicpower

⭐ THANK YOU VETERANS! ⭐ Each year, Huntsville Utilities hosts a special breakfast for all its employees who are also veterans. We have employees from all branches, in almost every department. On this special day, we thank them--and all veterans--for their service.

A few days ago we shared a pic of a young man from New Hope Elementary who chose his dad's profession of Water Dept Crew Leader for Career Day. Later we received this pic from another New Hope resident with the message, "New Hope LOVES Huntsville Utilities!"

Thanks to @bgcnal for inviting us to their Tech Expo last week! This event connects young people with local organizations to help them learn more about opportunities in skilled trades. Early exposure & career planning plays a vital role in helping youth discover their passions!

Last week, members of our Volunteer Council participated in Strike Out Hunger, benefitting Secret Meals For Hungry Children. The event raised $20,000, which will provide meals to children who have been identified by school officials as going without nutrition over the weekend.

Today is #NationalCleanOutYourRefrigeratorDay. To make yours run efficiently, keep the temperature around 40 degrees (F), keep the coils clean, make sure the door seals are tight, let hot foods cool before placing them inside, & make sure there is circulation around the unit.

PLEASE NOTE: Huntsville Utilities will resume assessing late fees and disconnecting service for non-payment beginning January 5, 2026. Customers with unpaid account balances after this date may incur a late fee or face service disconnection.

If you or someone you know is considering what their career path should be, here's a great article from USAToday that shows 10 great, high-paying jobs that don't require a degree--including lineworker! #PublicPower #ThankALineman usatoday.com/story/money/20…