Revised On: Apr. 13th, 2026 - 12:43 pm
Operator Certification Committee
ADEQ’s Operator Certification Program establishes standards and guidelines for the certification of drinking water and wastewater system and facility operators | See A.A.C. Title 18, Chapter 5 >
The Operator Certification Committee supports ADEQ's Operator Certification Program. Committee members participate in virtual or in-person meetings at least twice a year to provide technical advice and develop recommendations to ensure a sustainable, leading-edge program for Arizona’s water and wastewater-certified operators.
Committee Members
The committee consists of 11 members, serving a maximum term of 3 years:
- An ADEQ employee
- A wastewater treatment plant operator with a Grade 4 certification
- A water treatment plant operator with a Grade 4 certification
- A wastewater collection system operator with a Grade 4 certification
- A water distribution system operator with a Grade 4 certification
- A faculty member teaching sanitary sciences at an Arizona university or community college
- A professional engineer, registered and residing in Arizona, engaged in consulting in the field of sanitary engineering
- An elected or appointed municipal official
- A representative of an investor-owned water or wastewater facility
- A representative of a small public water system
- A remote operator representative
- Grade 4-certified water treatment plant operator (currently employed)
- A representative of a small public water system
Meeting Information
Upcoming Operator Certification Committee meetings are listed on our events page | View >
Arizona Administrative Code (AAC) Title 18, Chapter 5, Article 1 — Rule for the Operator Certification Program | View >
