To become certified at the level of the exam just passed, the intern must continue to work in a publicly-owned, permitted facility for the length of time listed in ADEM's Chapter 335 Division 10 regulations (335-10-1).
When the minimum duration of experience is obtained by the Operator Intern, he or she must complete a State of Alabama Water and Wastewater Operator Experience Verification (Form 506). Form 506 is submitted to ADEM by postal mail (no electronic submittal accepted), along with the applicable Form 506 fee.
Missing, unlabeled checks or money orders (no applicant name or operator number), or incorrect fee amounts will delay Experience Verification processing. Incomplete or Illegible Form 506s will also delay processing.
ADEM will evaluate the intern's experience and make a determination. If ADEM has any questions, the Operator Intern will be contacted using information provided on the Form 506. Upon approval, ADEM will mail the intern a valid Operator Certificate and set of Wallet Cards.
If you have any questions, please contact ADEM’s Operator Certification Program at 334-271-7796 to obtain further information.