Water Treatment Operator - Class I
Credential: Water Treatment Operator - Class I
Credentialing Agency: Association of Boards of Certification (ABC)
Renewal Period: 2 years
Association of Boards of Certification (ABC), Water Treatment Operator - Class I is the entry-level water treatment operator certification. Candidates for Class I must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent, and one year of relevant work experience. Individuals who do not meet the requirements may still be eligible through ABC's system that allows for substitution of education and experience. Candidates must also pass an examination, which evaluates an operator's knowledge of tasks related to water treatment practices. To pass an ABC exam, an operator must demonstrate knowledge of the core competencies. The specifications for the different levels of exams are based on a weighting of the job analysis results so that they reflect the criticality of tasks performed on the job. ABC certifications are renewed every two years; often certified individuals seek advanced levels of credentialing as additional experience is gained. See the agency's website for more information.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Water Treatment Operator - Class I
The following DOD Civilian Occupations provide training and/or experience that contributes to attaining this credential:
The following Federal Occupations provide training and/or experience that contribute to attaining this credential:
| Federal Occupation | Related As | |
|---|---|---|
| 5402 Boiler Plant Operating |  Some |
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| 5406 Utility Systems Operating | Some |
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| 5409 Water Treatment Plant Operating |  Most |
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience: 1 year
- Education: High School Diploma/GED
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for becoming eligible. Listed are the minimum requirements based on the minimum degree required. To view other options, see the Eligibility tab.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 2 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
Association of Boards of Certification (ABC)
2805 SW Snyder Blvd, Suite 535
Ankeny, IA 50023
Phone: (515) 232-3623
Fax: (515) 965-6827
Email: abc@abccert.org
Education REQUIREMENTS
Applicants are required to hold a High School Diploma or its equivalent.
Note: On a case-by-case basis the agency will consider an applicant that does not meet this requirement.
Experience REQUIREMENTS
Applicants are required to have one year of acceptable experience.
Written Exam
- Monitor, Evaluate and Adjust Treatment Processes (24%)
- Laboratory Analyses (16%)
- Comply with Drinking Water Regulations (20%)
- Operate and Maintain Equipment (24%)
- Perform Security, Safety, and Administrative Procedures (11%)
- Evaluate Characteristics of Source Water (5%)
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the Water Treatment Operator - Class I examination:
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RECERTIFICATION
Water Treatment Operator - Class I
Renewal Period: 2 years
Additional considerations for the Water Treatment Operator - Class I include:
- Association of Boards of Certification (ABC) provides reciprocity information for its certifications among the state certifying agencies of 40 states and a number of foreign countries. For details, go to the ABC Certification Contacts page where the agency maintains contact information on certifications offered by individual states, provinces, or governing authorities. If referred to ABC for reciprocity by the state that the applicant intends to work in, an applicant may contact ABC for application information. Applicants may still have to meet additional requirements in order to receive a license valid for employment in the applicant’s state.
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