License: Wastewater Treatment Operator, Certified

P.O. Box 98922
245 Fallbrook Ave
Lincoln, NE 68509
(402) 247-2186

<h3>Occupational Description</h3><br>A Certified Wastewater Treatment Operator is an individual who is responsible for process controldecisions at a municipal or industrial wastewater treatment facility.<br><h3>Licensure Requirements</h3><br>Applicants must:1. Have one to four years of combined education and experience, depending upon level ofcertification.2. Pass a written examination for initial certification, which lasts for two years.<br><h3>Fees</h3><br>Application for Certification & Examination- $150.00Application for Retest- $125.00Application for Certification by Reciprocity- $150.00Application for One-Year Temporary Certification- $125.00<br><h3>Renewal</h3><br>Renewal is required biennially.Completion of at least 2 CEU’s (20 contact hours) of approvedcontinuing education during each 2-year certificationcycle is required to qualify for renewal.

  • Stand-alone license
  • State exam required
  • No education required
  • Continuing education required
  • Experience required
  • No criminal record requirements
  • A temporary license available to military and spouses until formal license approval
License information updated 06/29/2021