To protect public health and the environment, it is critical that water and wastewater utility operators, like those that operate public drinking water systems and wastewater treatment plants, are well trained and certified to appropriate standards. The Utility Operator Certification Program (UOCP) administers Water and Wastewater Operator Certifications for all public water system and wastewater utilities in New Mexico.

For contact information for UOCP staff see directory: UOCP Staff Directory

UOCP links for CERTEMY processes listed below

CERTEMY Contact Information: For login and technical support, please contact CERTEMY at 866-907-4088. Or email CERTEMY at support@certemy.com

Quick-Links:

Operator Job Opportunities (NMWWA list)

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Contract Operators/Samplers/RTCR Assessors

The Utility Operator Certification Program is now providing a list of certified operators, samplers, and approved RTCR assessors available for contract.

Certification Exams, Renewals and Equivalencies

To become certified, operators must meet certification requirements and pass the New Mexico certification exams, administered through computer-based testing at Workforce Connections Centers around the state. Certifications are renewed every 3 years; expiration date remains the same for all certifications.

ON THIS PAGE:

  • Testing, certification renewal, equivalency
  • Application requirements, fees, experience, training credits needed
  • Online Payments
  • Pay by Money Order or Check Form

Exam Preparation and Training Opportunities

New Mexico Wastewater Laboratory Certification and New Mexico Water Sampling Technician Certification study manuals can be found with additional exam preparation tools and training opportunities.

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  • Free training opportunities on NMED events calendar
  • Need-to-Know Criteria, Conversion and Formula Guide
  • Test Center locations state-wide

Utility Operator Certification Advisory Board

UOCP works in collaboration with New Mexico Water Quality Control Commission and the UOCP Advisory Board to provide the above services to accommodate the Operator communities. The board holds public meetings quarterly. Upcoming meetings can be found on the NMED Events Calendar.

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Contact Us

Drinking Water Bureau

drinking.water@env.nm.gov
Ph: 505-476-8620
877-654-8720

Utility Operator Certification:
505-670-7418
UOCP.certification@env.nm.gov

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