Development Services Technician: Permitting & Planning

City of Benicia, CA; Benicia (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Benicia is seeking a detail-oriented Development Services Technician to assist with building permits, planning and engineering coordination, and customer service in a modernized permit environment.

You will work under supervision to review applications, explain codes, and support daily permitting operations, gaining experience across building, planning, and zoning processes.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of building codes, ordinances, regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Strong customer service and public interaction skills.
• Familiarity with permitting processes and fee structures.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with building permit applications and questions.
• Review applications for completeness and accuracy.
• Explain permit requirements and local/state regulations to applicants.
• Prepare fee estimates and issue permits as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate records and process over-the-counter permits.

Skills

Customer service

Blueprint reading

Communication

Public contact

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ICC Permit Technician Certificate

Job description

The City of Benicia is seeking a detail-oriented Development Services Technician to assist with building permits, planning and engineering coordination, and customer service in a modernized permit environment.

You will work under supervision to review applications, explain codes, and support daily permitting operations, gaining experience across building, planning, and zoning processes.