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Water Well Driller
License Description Water Well Drillers work under the supervision of, or are, water well contractors, who plan locations for and drill wells with portable drilling rigs. They must insure that the wells are located on sites that provide good surface drainage to prevent the possibility of contamination. After drilling, they must install an outside water-tight casing to such a depth as may be necessary to exclude the entrance of undesirable contamination. They must also install a surface protection to prevent contamination by drainage. To legally drill wells within Arkansas, a registered driller must either hold an Arkansas Water Well Contractor Drilling and Pump Systems License, an Arkansas Water Well Contractor Drilling License, or be employed by someone who holds such a license and holds an Arkansas Driller registration. Requirements: 1) Must be at least 18 years of age. 2) Must be of good moral character. 3) Must have completed the Commission's Driller Apprenticeship Program. 4) Must work for or be a water well contractor. Written examination required, Registration fee: $125.00 (Renewable annually), Apprenticeship fee: $125.00
Licensing Agency
Arkansas Department of Agriculture
State of Arkansas Water Well Construction Commission
10421 W. Markham St.
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 682 3900
jackie.broach@arkansas.gov
Active Status Active
Active Military/Veterans A temporary license is available to military and spouses until formal license approval
Continuing Education No continuing education requirement to maintain license
Criminal Record Background check required
Education No educational requirements
Exam State exam required
License Type Tied to business
License Updated 06/28/2022
Physical Requirements No physical requirements
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