Septic Tank Pumper Program

The Septic Tank Pumper program reviews and licenses Cesspool, Septic Tank and Privy Cleaners.  We also inspect disposal sites for septic tank, grease trap and sump wastes.

Use the links to the forms below to apply for a new Septic Tank Pumper License or to renew a current Septic Tank Pumper License. These documents are in Adobe Acrobat pdf format.  If you don't have the free Acrobat reader software installed you can find it by clicking on the Acrobat icon on the left navigation bar.

Forms - PDF Format Forms - Microsoft Word Format
Application No Word Format Available
New Disposal Site Application No Word Format Available
Renewal Application No Word Format Available
Operation and Maintenance Outline No Word Format Available
Vehicle Inspection Form No Word Format Available
Disposal Site Permission Slip No Word Format Available
Holding Tank Summary Log Form Holding Tank Summary Log Form
Land Application Summary Log Form Land Application Summary Log Form
Waste Water Treatment Summary Log Form Waste Water Treatment Summary Log Form

Guide - PDF Format

Guide - Microsoft Word Format
Septic Pumper Guide

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NEW Training for Septic Pumpers

These presentations have been used by the state to train septic pumpers. They have been published on the website to provide reference material for the regulated community. Click on the links below to view each presentation:

Microsoft Power Point Presentations
How to select a land application site
Land application site operation and maintenance
Guidelines for disposal of sumps and grease

Important Dates to Remember

Licenses expire December 31.Septic Tank Pumper renewal applications must be received by the Department of Environmental Quality no later than January 31.

Licensees have until April 1, to renew their licenses without a late fee. After April 1 the late fee is an additional $125.00. After April 1 the Department may assess additional penalties for operators who are pumping without their licenses.

Mail the signed forms with the required fee of $300.00 to:

Montana Department of Environmental Quality
Financial Services
PO Box 200901
Helena MT  59620-0901