No State License Required

How to Get a Well Driller License in Hawaii

Well Driller license requirements in Hawaii — experience, exams, fees, reciprocity, and salary data from State Dept of Natural Resources / Water Board.

Experience
— months
Exam Fee
Passing Score
—%
Avg Salary
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Requirements

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Well Driller (No State License) — Hawaii does not require a state-level well driller license.

Exam Details

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How to Apply

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1
Register with the state
Register with State Dept of Natural Resources / Water Board before beginning work.
2
Accumulate required experience
Complete — months of supervised work experience.
3
Apply for the exam
Submit your application and — fee through the state portal.
4
Pass the exam
questions, —% to pass.
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Receive your license
After passing, your license will be issued. Renew every 2 years.

Fees & Renewal

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Salary Data

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Well Drillers in Hawaii earn less than the national average. Data from BLS OEWS May 2024.

25th Percentile
Median
$70,794
75th Percentile
Mean (average)— / year
Entry level (10th pct)
Top earners (90th pct)
Total employed— in Hawaii
National average$52,440

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Data last verified April 2026. Requirements may change — always verify with the State Dept of Natural Resources / Water Board.