Solid Waste Facility Operator License Application - Instructions

Solid Waste Management Division - Programs Branch

Jane Schwartz, Administrative Analyst - (501) 682-0583


Instructions

  • Complete the Application for Solid Waste Facility Operator License PDF File / Word File
    • Any incomplete application received by the Department will be returned for completion.
    • Make sure application is signed and dated.
    • Be sure to include your social security number and use your full legal name or first and last names with a middle initial.
    • Make sure that you don’t forget to indicate the classification and level of license(s) for which you are applying.
  • Attach a check or money order in payment of fees incurred in the initial application process. These fees are nonrefundable. Initial fees are $50.00 per classification of license requested (pursuant to Act 1254 of 1997). See the fee schedule below.
  • Mail your completed application with fee payment attached to:

    Licensure Program
    Solid Waste Management Division
    Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality
    5301 Northshore Drive
    North Little Rock, AR 72118-5317

Important

  • To ensure testing eligibility, applications and all fee payments must be received by the Department prior to the examination date.
  • The Department will not bill you for the fees involved. Fee payments must be received with applications in order for requests to be considered administratively complete. An invoice stamped PAID will be mailed to you for your records.
  • If paying fees for more than one operator, facilities may write one check.
  • Licensing fees should be submitted separately and not mixed with other Department fees.
  • If you should have any questions regarding licensing procedures, please contact the Solid Waste Licensure Program at (501) 682-0583.

Licensure Program Fee Schedule

Application Fee (covers exam and license)  $50.00
Reciprocity Fee (covers review and license)  $50.00
License Renewal Fee  $25.00
Late Renewal Fee  $10.00
Fee for Provisional Certification  $25.00

NOTE: All fees are to be assessed per classification of license requested.