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Course Description

  • CEUs: 2.4
  • TREEO FDEP OCP 04271013: CEUs: 2.4 DS DW WW
  • Time of Class: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • For any 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

The Level 1 Water Distribution System Operator Training is a three-day, intensive course that equips participants with the knowledge and skills needed to apply for and pass the Florida state examination. The curriculum covers operations and maintenance, local, state and federal regulations, and management and community relations of water distribution systems. This course blends thorough instruction with practice quizzes and a final test to reinforce learning and gauge your exam readiness.

Participants will receive a printed handout and a copy of the Water Distribution System Operation and Maintenance, 7th edition manual, published by CSU Sacramento. Upon completion of the training, the certificate of completion can be submitted with their state exam application to Florida DEP.

Learner Outcomes

  • Apply operational and maintenance practices for water storage and distribution facilities
  • Interpret federal, state and local rules and regulations, including permitting and environmental compliance related to water systems
  • Demonstrate sound workplace safety practices and emergency response procedures related to water utilities
  • Discuss the administrative and supervisory requirements of water distribution system management
  • Demonstrate the ability to perform math calculations related to the operation, maintenance and management of a water distribution system
  • Apply to take the State of Florida Water Distribution Operator Level 1 examination

Notes

This program accepts GI Bill® benefits.  Learn how to take advantage of these benefits by clicking HERE.

Recommendations

Students must be Level 2 Water Distribution System Certified Operators before taking this course

Testimonials

"I just wanted to thank you for the great Level 1 class we just went to.  Three out of the four employees have taken the state test and passed!  Thanks for everything!"

"Glynn really knows how to keep the class interesting!"

"Excellent information!"

"I liked most the small group, lots of interaction, very casual & comfortable."

"This course was very personable- one on one- not too many people teaching,  easy to understand."

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Section Title
WDS Operator Level 1 Training Course
Type
Discussion
Days
M, T, W
Time
8:00AM to 5:00PM
Dates
Feb 23, 2026 to Feb 25, 2026
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
24.0
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Fee non-credit $575.00
Drop Request Deadline
Feb 18, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Feb 18, 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/directions-lodging/

Section Title
WDS Operator Level 1 Training Course
Type
Online, fixed date
Days
M, T, W
Time
8:00AM to 5:00PM
Dates
Apr 13, 2026 to Apr 15, 2026
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
24.0
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Fee non-credit $575.00
Drop Request Deadline
Apr 08, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Apr 08, 2026

Section Notes

This course will be held virtually
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