License: Water Treatment Operator

State Water Resources Control Board Division of Financial Assistance Operator Certification Unit external site

1001 I Street

Sacramento, CA 95814

(916) 449-5620

Persons operating potable water treatment facilities must be certified. Water treatment operators employed by community or nontransient-noncommunity water systems. Fees: The fee varies with the level of certification. Grade; Exam; Certification; Renewal D1/T1: $50; $70; $70 D2/T2: $65; $80; $80 D3/T3: $100; $120; $120 D4/T4: $130; $140; $140 D5/T5: $155; $140; $140 Examination Frequency: Operator Certification examinations, T1-T4 are Computer Based and are available year-round. T5 Examinations are given twice yearly for (June and December). For additional information on Operator Certification, visit the links below: https://www.waterboards.ca.gov/water_issues/programs/operator_certification/docs/cbt_faqs.pdf https://www.waterboards.ca.gov/water_issues/programs/operator_certification/docs/cbt_process_overview.pdf Exam Locations: Treatment Operator Certification Computer Based Exams (T1-T4) are available at more than 30 sites throughout California. T5 examination locations vary. Experience Requirement: Varies with certification level. Contact the Operator Certification unit or review the Operator Certification Regulations for specific information. Applicant must meet exam requirements, pass exam, and then meet certification requirements. Average Time to Process Application: Three months. Renewal Period: Three years. Special License Requirements: N/A Comments: New Operator Certification Regulations were adopted on January 1, 2001. Authority: Health and Safety Code, Division 104, Part 1, Chapter 4, Article 3, Sections 106875-106910.