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On-Site Training

OAWU provides the following programs to offer on-site technical assistance to any water or wastewater system in the state of Oregon.

Training Specialist

Training Specialist provides training and technical assistance to water systems throughout the state. Areas of assistance include regulatory compliance, rates and rate structures, system policies and procedures.

Circuit Riders

Circuit Riders provide technical assistance to water systems. Assistance is available in the areas of cross connection, distribution systems, disinfection, water treatment facilities, operator certification and much more.

Wastewater Technician

Wastewater Technician provides assistance to wastewater systems throughout the state on such issues as activated sludge treatment, confined space entry, inflow and filtration, pump maintenance and collection systems.

Groundwater/Source Water Technician

Groundwater/Source Water Technician deals specifically with drinking water protection. Works with water systems to develop drinking water protection plans to meet all state and federal requirements including management, contingency and new well elements.

Solid Waste Technician/Circuit Rider

Solid Waste Technician/Circuit Rider provides one-on-one community transfer station site and community assistance with short and long term recycling needs and safety compliance.

 

OAWU staff invites you to utilize these programs and allow us to serve your system’s needs. Need assistance? Please Contact Us.

Next Training/Events

  1. Feb
    3
    Tue
    2026

    1. 8:00 am Water Treatment/Distribution Certification Review and/or Water T/D Level 3,4 and Filtration Endorsement @ Independence Event Center, Riverview Ballroom (Parking behind building)
  2. Mar
    2
    Mon
    2026

    1. 8:00 am 48th Annual Management & Technical Conference – Attendee Registration @ Sunriver Resort
  3. Mar
    4
    Wed
    2026

    1. 8:00 am 48th Annual Management & Technical Conference – Exhibitor Registration @ Sunriver Resort
  4. Mar
    17
    Tue
    2026

    1. 8:30 am Wastewater Treatment/Collections Certification Review @ Independence Event Center, Riverview Ballroom (Parking behind building)

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Our Mission

OAWU’s mission is to advocate for and provide service, support and solutions for Oregon’s water and wastewater industry to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow.

Contact Us

Oregon Association of Water Utilities
935 N. Main Street
Independence, OR 97351
Phone (503) 837-1212
Fax (503) 837-1213
Email: office@oawu.net
Office Hours: M-F; 8am-5pm
Emergency Contact: (503) 580-4445

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