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Course Description

  • CEUs: 0.8
  • TREEO FDEP OCP 04271025: CEUs 0.8 DS WW
  • FBPE Provider # : 0004021 8.0 CEHs
  • Time of class: 8am-5pm
  • For our course dates offered virtually: Students will need both microphone and camera access NO EXCEPTIONS

Course coordinator: Areiole Williams areiole.williams@treeo.ufl.edu
Phone: (352) 392-9570 or 352-294-3877

This one day course provides lift station personnel, distribution and wastewater operators with a comprehensive overview of lift station operation and upkeep. Participants will gain a working understanding of lift station types, operating principles, key components, and preventative maintenance practices essential for reliable performance. The course combines comprehensive course material and practical examples to help students build the skills needed to maintain efficient and dependable lift station operations.

Learner Outcomes

  • Discuss the role of lift stations in wastewater collection systems and the consequences of lift station failure
  • List and describe basic components found in a lift station and operating principles
  • List the hazards and how to work safely in and around lift stations.
  • Describe the basic electrical and control systems found in lift stations.
  • Describe the procedure for inspecting a lift station.
  • List the tasks that should be performed during routine lift station visits.
  • Describe the purpose of periodic maintenance and the considerations that go into determining maintenance frequencies

Recommendations

Entry level to intermediate level learners from the following groups:

  • Lift station operators
  • Plumbers
  • Mechanical maintenance personnel
  • Wastewater and Distribution Operators
  • Supervisors of distribution and wastewater systems 

Testimonials

"Excellent instructor, very good at explaining."
"Lots of helpful, logical solutions to operations and maintenance. Things that I can do."
"I liked the open forum and discussion of experiences from other participants."
"I learned a lot."
"Great Instructor."
"The Instruction was taught using experience from the field."
"Liked most the detail of material and handouts on preventive maintenance program"
"Instruction was well taught, with questions and answers for a better understanding. Mr. Stoffel did a great job!"
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Section Title
Introduction to Lift Station Maintenance
Type
Online, fixed date
Days
Th
Time
8:00AM to 5:00PM
Dates
Jan 08, 2026
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
8.0
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Fee non-credit $325.00
Drop Request Deadline
Jan 03, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Jan 03, 2026

Section Notes

This course will be held virtually.
Section Title
Introduction to Lift Station Maintenance
Type
Online, fixed date
Days
Th
Time
8:00AM to 5:00PM
Dates
Apr 16, 2026
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
8.0
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Fee non-credit $325.00
Drop Request Deadline
Apr 11, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Apr 11, 2026

Section Notes

This course will be held virtually.
Section Title
Introduction to Lift Station Maintenance
Type
Discussion
Days
T
Time
8:00AM to 5:00PM
Dates
Jun 09, 2026
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
8.0
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Fee non-credit $325.00
Drop Request Deadline
Jun 04, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Jun 04, 2026

Section Notes

TREEO Center
3900 SW 63rd Blvd.
Gainesville, FL 32608

  • Map to TREEO Note: Be sure to use the UF/TREEO map because some internet maps will give you the wrong directions to get to our facility. Do not turn onto SW 63 from SR 24 (Archer Rd.) The road is closed just before you get to TREEO.

Gainesville Area Information:

Area Hotels and Information:

https://treeo.ufl.edu/about-treeo/area-hotels-and-information/

Cancellation/refund policy: Students who do not attend class and fail to notify the university department at least five business days before the course start date forfeit the full course registration fee. View the full refund/substitution policy here

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