Certification

Water Treatment Operator Certification

American Water Works Association

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Certified operators are a critical part of providing an adequate and safe supply of water. Operators are typically responsible for a variety of tasks centered around operating and maintaining a system or plant. They typically work in a selection of capacities: water treatment, distribution, water collection, or wastewater.

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Inspect equipmentMonitor operating conditions, meters, and gaugesCollect and test water and sewage samplesRecord meter and gauge readings and operational dataDocument and report test results to regulatory agenciesOperate equipment to purify and clarify water or to process or dispose of sewageClean and maintain equipment, tanks, filter beds, and other work areas
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