Career Summary:

John Kleinegger joined Ketchikan Public Utilities in June 1986 as the Water Division Manager. Prior to joining KPU, Mr. Kleinegger was employed by the Ketchikan Pulp Company (KPC) for twenty-three years. During that period, he held a series of increasingly responsible managerial positions within KPC’s Ward Cove operations culminating as the Maintenance Superintendent for the entire facility. His experience includes project management, maintenance, construction, and operations within the fields of water resources and engineering.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, University of Washington, 1962
• Graduate Level and Continuing Education Courses, University of Alaska

Publications:

• Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry
• Paper Trade Journal

Professional Recognition:

• 1994 Excellence in Service Award recipient from Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation.

Memberships:

• American Institute of Chemical Engineers
• American Water Works Association
• Alaska Water Wastewater Management Association