Advisory Committee for Water Utility Operator Licensing
Advisory committee that advises the TCEQ on matters related to training and licensing of water and waste water utility operators.
NEW The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) is currently accepting applications and nominations for appointments as members of the TCEQ Water Utility Occupational Licensing Advisory Committee (WUOLAC).
The main objectives of the committee include offering feedback and advice to TCEQ on matters related to the training and licensing of water and wastewater operators; including training and exam materials, rules and other regulatory guidance; and promoting interaction with other industry organizations. Since committee members may assist with reviewing exams for all levels of licenses, preference is given to applicants with class A and B water or wastewater operator licenses.
The committee meets, as needed, up to four times a year. Meetings are held virtually or at the TCEQ offices located at 12100 Park 35 Circle in Austin, Texas, and may last up to three hours. In-person attendance is the preferred method for committee members. No financial compensation is available.
Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m., on March 16, 2026. Applications will be accepted by email oltraining@tceq.texas.gov with the Subject line “WUOLAC Nomination”, or via United States mail to: Training Specialist, Occupational Licensing Section, MC 178, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, P.O. Box 13087, Austin Texas, 78711-3087.
Members of the Water Utility Operator Licensing Advisory Committee (WUOLAC) advise and assist the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) on matters related to training and licensing of water and wastewater operators.
About the WUOLAC
The Water Utility Operator Licensing Advisory Committee (WUOLAC) is composed of 13 members who are appointed by the commission. The committee membership represents various geographic areas of the state, ethnicity, businesses, governments, associations, and industries. The authority for the committee is found in Title 30 TAC, Chapter 5 . Committee members serve staggered terms.
The objectives of the committee are:
- To review training and educational material to promote quality education and training;
- To advise and assist regarding licensing requirements and to review Job Analysis exam validation;
- To assist with the review of rules, regulations, guidance documents, and policy statements; and
- To represent a diverse community and to promote interaction with outside organizations.
For further information, call the TCEQ Operator Licensing Section at 1-512-239-6300, or e-mail licenses@tceq.texas.gov.
Tentative Future WUOLAC Meeting Dates
When: Tuesday, April 13, 2026 9:00 AM-12:00 PM (UTC-06:00) Central Time (US & Canada).
Where: TCEQ, Austin Campus, BLDG B- Conference Room B201A-VTC
WUOLAC Members
| Name | Title | Location | Term Expires: |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zachary Lillie, President of WUOLAC | Assistant Director of Utilities, City of Pearland | San Leon | August 31, 2028 |
| Angel Bustamante, Vice President of WUOLAC | Water Operations Manager, City of El Paso | El Paso | August 31, 2026 |
| Larry Bell | Technical Assistant Director, TRWA, Statewide | Huntington | August 31, 2028 |
| Harrold Burris | Wastewater Plant Supervisor, City of Wichita Falls | Byers | August 31, 2026 |
| Adam Farguson | Water System Superintendent, City of Fort Worth | Haslet | August 31, 2028 |
| David Garza | Director of Wastewater Systems, City of McAllen | Pharr | August 31, 2028 |
| Melissa Loyd | Supervisor of Water Production Wastewater at Texas A&M UES | College Station | August 31, 2026 |
| Joseph McDaniel | Field Supervisor for Aqua Texas, Inc, Central Texas | Austin | August 31, 2026 |
| Eduardo Montaña | Division Manager for Hays and Caldwell Counties | Buda | August 31, 2028 |
| Cory Moose | Superintendent, City of Midland | Midland | August 31, 2026 |
| Wesley Nebgen | Wastewater Director, City of Corpus Christi | Corpus Christi | August 31, 2028 |
| Raymond Perez | SAWS Director of Treatment Operations and Maintenance, City of San Antonio | San Antonio | August 31, 2026 |
| Leanne Wilson | Director of Public Works, City of Aubrey | Denison | August 31, 2028 |
WUOLAC Meeting Minutes,