The Maguire Podcast: 64: Keeping Water Systems Running Strong
June 22, 2026The Maguire Podcast: 64: Keeping Water Systems Running Strong
June 22, 2026
Maguire University Invests in People, Careers and the Future of the Water Industry
When most people think of training, they think of a classroom, a presentation, or a certification. At Maguire, training means something much bigger: investing in people.
That commitment recently took a major step forward with the launch of Maguire University, the company’s new training and development platform designed to help team members build skills, advance their careers, and reach their full potential. The program provides structured learning opportunities, skills-based development, leadership training, and individualized growth plans for employees across the organization.
A Commitment to Growing People
Maguire University was created with a simple belief: when people grow, the company grows.
The platform combines technical training, safety education, leadership development, and role-specific learning pathways into one coordinated system. Training is tailored to individual positions and career aspirations, helping team members understand not only how to excel in their current role but also what it takes to advance within the organization. The initiative includes curriculum development, competency checklists, skills matrices, career pathing, and individual training plans designed to support long-term career growth.
“At Maguire, we don’t just build and maintain water tanks. We build people, careers, and futures,” said Stacy Wrightsman, Chief Culture Officer. “Maguire University represents our commitment to helping every team member become the best version of themselves. Whether someone is just starting their career or preparing for leadership opportunities, we want to provide the tools, training, and support they need to succeed.”
More Than Training, A Career Development Platform
The concept for Maguire University has been in development for more than a year and was designed to create a structured, company-wide approach to learning and development. Early planning efforts focused on five key categories of training: annual competencies, technology training, safety education, on the job training, and leadership development.
Unlike traditional training programs that focus solely on compliance or onboarding, Maguire University is designed as a long-term career development platform. It helps team members understand where they are today, identify where they want to go tomorrow, and develop a roadmap to get there.
Through individualized development plans and skills-based learning opportunities, employees can continue building their knowledge while preparing for future opportunities within the organization.
Building the Next Generation of Leaders
A key focus of Maguire University is leadership development.
As the company continues to grow across the country, leaders recognize that future success depends on developing strong leaders at every level of the organization. Leadership courses, management training, communication workshops, performance management education, and culture-focused development programs are designed to help employees strengthen both technical and interpersonal skills.
By creating intentional development opportunities, Maguire is investing in the next generation of supervisors, managers, and executives who will help shape the company’s future.
Learning Through Real-World Experience
Classroom learning is only one piece of the Maguire University experience.
The program combines formal instruction with hands-on training, field experience, safety workshops, competency assessments, and on-the-job learning. Whether team members are operating equipment in the fabrication facility, participating in safety training, learning innovative technology tools, or developing project management skills, the goal is to ensure training remains practical and applicable to their everyday roles.
In many cases, experienced team members help deliver training, creating opportunities for knowledge sharing and mentorship throughout the organization. This approach helps preserve valuable institutional knowledge while strengthening collaboration across departments.
Creating a Culture of Continuous Improvement
The addition of Denice Boehmer as Maguire’s Training and Development Manager in 2025 accelerated the company’s vision for Maguire University and helped transform years of planning into a structured development program.
“We’re creating a learning experience that is both practical and personal,” said Denice Boehmer.
“Every employee has different strengths, goals, and experiences. Maguire University allows us to build training plans around the individual while ensuring we continue to develop the technical, safety, and leadership skills that make our team successful.”
Under Boehmer’s leadership, Maguire has focused on developing curriculum, strengthening standard operating procedures, creating competency checklists, building training matrices, and designing skills-based advancement pathways that support long-term employee success.
Preserving Knowledge, Strengthening the Future
For Maguire leadership, the investment goes beyond employee development. It is also about protecting the knowledge and expertise that have made the company a trusted partner to communities throughout the United States for generations.
As experienced employees share their knowledge with newer team members, Maguire University provides a structured framework to capture critical expertise and transfer it across the organization. The result is a stronger workforce, greater consistency, and a sustainable foundation for future growth.
The launch of Maguire University directly supports the company’s broader strategic vision of building a workforce capable of driving innovation, delivering exceptional customer experiences, and maintaining its leadership position within the water industry.
Why Maguire University Matters
At its core, Maguire University reflects a belief that people are the company’s most valuable asset.
The program is more than a catalog of courses or a collection of training materials. It represents a commitment to employee development, continuous learning, servant leadership, and organizational excellence. It gives team members the resources, support, and direction needed to grow both personally and professionally while helping Maguire continue delivering high-quality service to its customers and communities.
For employees, that means opportunity. For customers, it means a more knowledgeable and capable workforce. For Maguire, it means building a stronger future by developing its people.
Ready to Build More Than a Career?
For prospective employees, Maguire University offers something that sets the company apart in today’s workforce: a commitment to investing in people for the long term. From hands-on technical training and leadership development to individualized training plans and career growth opportunities, team members are empowered to learn, improve, and advance their careers continuously.
“If you’re looking for a place where your growth matters, where leaders invest in your success, and where you can make a meaningful impact alongside great people, Maguire is the place for you,” Wrightsman said. “We aren’t just filling positions. We’re developing future leaders, industry experts, and the next generation of professionals who will help shape the future of the water industry.”
Maguire is actively seeking individuals who share its values of safety, teamwork, continuous improvement, and servant leadership. Whether you are an experienced professional, skilled tradesperson, recent graduate, or someone looking for a new opportunity to grow, Maguire offers a clear path to build a rewarding career.
To learn more about current opportunities and become part of a company that invests in its people, visit MaguireWater.com/careers. Your next chapter could start with Maguire University and a team committed to helping you reach your full potential.
At Maguire, the mission is simple: build world-class water infrastructure, develop exceptional people, and create careers that make a lasting impact. Maguire University is the latest investment in making that mission a reality.
