Any entity who engages in the business of underground storage
tank installation, repair, or removal in Texas, must be registered
with the TCEQ.
Individuals who supervise the installation, repair, or removal
of an underground storage tank must be licensed by the TCEQ.
When is a license or registration not required?
In some instances, you are not subject to training and licensing
requirements under these circumstances (Please note that the links
in the list below point off the TCEQ Web site. 
:
- A license is not required for an on-site supervisor who
installs, repairs, or removes underground storage tank (UST)
systems when such systems are completely exempt from regulation
under 30 TAC §334.3(a) or completely excluded from
regulation under 30 TAC §334.4(a). An on-site supervisor who
installs, repairs, or removes UST systems regulated under Chapter
213 of this title (relating to Edwards Aquifer) is not exempt from
the licensing requirements.
- A license is not required for an individual who helps install,
repair, or removal of UST systems and is under the direct, on-site
supervision of a licensed on-site supervisor.
- A registration is not required for a person who installs,
repairs, or removes UST systems that are completely exempt from
regulation under 30 TAC §334.3(a), or completely excluded from
regulation under 30 TAC §334.4(a). A person who installs,
repairs, or removes UST systems regulated under Chapter 213 of this
title is not exempt from the contractor registration requirements
of this subchapter.
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What work does each license or registration level do?
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UST
Contractors are authorized to install, repair, or remove
underground storage tank systems.
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On-site Supervisor --
License A is authorized to install and repair underground
storage tank systems.
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On-site Supervisor --
License B is authorized to remove underground storage tank
systems.
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On-site Supervisor --
License A+B is authorized to install, repair, or remove
underground storage tanks systems.
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I am not licensed or
registered; what do I do?
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UST Contractor
To qualify for an UST Contractor registration, you must:
- submit an application for approval;
- provide proof of commercial liability insurance designating the
commission as the certificate holder in an amount of not less than
$1,000,000 and of a type approved by the executive director;
- provide a financial statement (balance sheet) prepared in
conformity with accounting principles as defined by the American
Institute of Public Accountants, documenting an applicant's current
net worth of not less than $25,000; or a letter from a certified
public accountant who is not employed by the applicant or does not
receive payment from the applicant on a regular basis verifying
that the applicant's current net worth is not less that
$25,000;
- provide documentation of at least one year of quality
underground storage tank construction, public underground utility
work or engineered construction from at least three clients;
and
- pay an application fee.
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On-site Supervisor License A
To become licensed as a On-site Supervisor License A, you
must:
- be at least 18 years old,
- complete 28 hours of training and education courses in the
installation, and repair of USTs,
- have at least two years of verified experience:
- submit a completed application for approval at least three
weeks before taking the exam,
- pay an application fee, and
- pass the On-site Supervisor License A exam.
To register for an initial training course, contact an approved training provider.
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On-site Supervisor License B
To become licensed as a On-site Supervisor License B, you
must:
- be at least 18 years old,
- complete 12 hours of training and education courses in the
removal of USTs,
- have at least two years of verified experience:
- submit a completed application for approval at least three
weeks before taking the exam,
- pay an application fee, and
- pass the On-site Supervisor License B exam.
To register for an initial training course, contact an approved training provider.
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On-site Supervisor License A+B
combination
To qualify for an On-site Supervisor License A and B combination
license, you must:
- be at least 18 years old,
- complete 40 hours of training and education courses in the
installation, repair, and removal of USTs,
- have at least two years of verified experience:
- submit a completed application for approval at least three
weeks before taking the exam,
- pay an application fee, and
- pass the On-site Supervisor License A and B exams.
To register for an initial training course, contact an approved training provider.
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Obtaining a License or Registration
All licenses or registrations issued by the TCEQ are valid for
two years.
Applications for a license must be approved before taking a
license exam.
Training courses are provided by approved training providers.
Examinations are offered in Austin at 12100 Park 35 Circle once
each month.
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How do I upgrade my On-site Supervisor License A or License B
license?
To qualify for an On-site Supervisor License A and B
combination, you must:
- be at least 18 years old,
- complete 40 hours of training and education courses in the
installation, repair, and removal of USTs,
- have at least two years of verified experience:
- submit a completed application for approval at least three
weeks before taking the exam,
- pay an application fee, and
- pass the On-site Supervisor License A and B exams.
To register for an initial training course, contact an approved training provider.
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How soon do I need to renew?
All new licenses and registrations (first time issued) expire in
two years from the date they were first issued, and will need to be
renewed every two years in order to retain your license or
registration number.
If you do not renew your license on time, you will need to re-take the exam. You will be assigned a new
license number.
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How do I renew?
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Renewal Summary
You will need to address
issues of
compliancebefore you renew.
| To maintain this license level ... | You need this much continuing education
... | Provide proof of ... | And you must pay an application fee of
... |
| Contractor Registration | None | Net worth of $25,000 and $1,000,000 general
liability insurance will be maintained | $150.00 |
| On-Site Supervisor Licenses | 8 hours per license held | N/A | $70.00 |
Check the status of your license or registration.
Obtain a list of approved training providers.
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Obtaining a renewal application
We will mail you a renewal application at least 60 days before
your license or registration expires. The application will go to
the last
known address we have on file for you.
Follow the directions which accompany the application, and
return it with the requested materials before your license or
registration expires.
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Lost applications
If you've lost your renewal application or did not receive one,
call 512/239-2191 or e-mail licenses@tceq.state.tx.us before your license expires to obtain a new application.
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Issues of compliance
You must be in compliance in regard to payment of guaranteed
student loans, child support payments, and TCEQ fees or penalties
in addition to the requirements summarized in the table above.
If you are currently under enforcement, you are encouraged to
resolve these issues before you renew to avoid delays in the
renewal of your license.
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Late renewal
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If your license has been expired for less than 30
days:
You must show proof that you have completed the required number
of hours of approved training before your license expired.
- If you lost or did not receive a renewal application, click here.
- If you completed your continuing education BEFORE your license
expired:
- You must submit your renewal application within 30 days after
your license expired.
- Sign and date the application.
- Pay the renewal application.
- We will also review whether you are delinquent in the paying
student loans, and penalties owed to the TCEQ.
- If you did not complete your continuing education BEFORE your
license expired:
- You will need to follow the same procedures as if your license
was expired for more than 30 days.
- You will be assigned a new license number.
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If your registration has been expired for less than 30
days:
- If you lost or did not receive a renewal application, click here.
- You must submit your renewal application with the appropriate
fee within 30 days after your registration expired.
- Certify the company will maintain the required net worth of at
least $25,000 and the $1,000,000 general liability insurance policy
throughout the period the company hold the certificate of
registration.
- Sign and date the application.
- Pay the renewal application fee.
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If your license has been expired for more than 30
days:
- your old license number cannot be renewed,
- you will need to submit a new
application for approval at least three weeks before taking the
exam,
- you will be assigned a new license number.
To obtain an application and register for an exam, contact Wanda
Kurio by e-mail: licenses@tceq.state.tx.us or phone: 512/239-2191.
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If your registration has been expired for more than 30
days:
- your old registration number cannot be renewed,
- you will need to submit an new
application for approval,
- you will be assigned a new registration number.
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What if I change my address or phone number?
You can notify us of changes in your address or phone number, in
writing, by: mail at TCEQ, MC-178, PO Box 13087, Austin, Texas
78711-3087; fax at 512/239-0533; or e-mail at licenses@tceq.state.tx.us
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How do I replace a lost license or registration?
To obtain a replacement of your lost license or registration,
mail a $20 payment with a note requesting a duplicate license or
registration including your license number to:
TCEQ, MC-214, PO Box 13088, Austin, Texas 78711-3088.
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What laws and rules govern my license or registration?
The license requirements are listed in 30 TAC 334 Subchapter I and Chapter 37 of the Texas Water
Code.
The qualifications for each license level vary and can be found
in more detail in the rules 30 TAC Chapter 30 Subchapters A & I .
The enforcement provisions of this program can be found in Texas Water
Code, Chapter 7 .
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UST Registered Contractors/Licensed On-Site Supervisors General
Complaint Form (PDF)
Download PDF: 10532.pdf (58k)
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Who can I call for more information?
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