Solid Waste Mangement Facility Operator

Exam

State exam

Education

Specific course

Experience

Experience

Background check

Not reported

Solid Waste Management Facility Operators promote the protection of human health and the environment through the performance of sound solid waste management practices. Job duties of the solid waste management facility operator vary depending upon the type, size, and complexity of the facility. Consequently, there are various classifications and levels of solid waste management operators. Progress from apprentice to master ratings is based upon increased experience and education and the passing of successively more difficult examinations. A solid waste management facility operator license is required to operate the following facilities: Class 1 License - material recycling facilities, solid waste recovery facilities, solid waste processing facilities, composting facilities, transfer stations, municipal solid waste recovery facilities, and solid waste processing facilities, Class 2 License - solid waste disposal facilities or landfills not subject to Subtitle D with monofills included, Class 3 License - waste tire processing facilities. Requirements: 1) Satisfactory completion of from 20 to 60 hours of approved training. 2) Completion of from zero to two years of experience in solid waste management or operation. 3) Satisfactory completion of written examinations for each classification of license. Application fee (covers exam and license): $50.00 per classification, Renewal fee: $25.00 per classification, Provisional Certification fee: $25.00