Entry-Level Solar Permitting Specialist

SunPower Corporation; Orem (UT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSU Awards

Bonus program

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

PTO/DTO for full-time

10 paid holidays

Fully stocked breakroom

Office games

CanyonPark perks

Job summary

SunPower Corporation is seeking an entry-level Permitting Coordinator to manage the permitting process for residential and commercial solar projects. The role focuses on timely submissions, tracking, and approvals while coordinating with internal teams, municipalities, and utility authorities.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of communicating effectively in fast-paced environments.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in permitting, solar, construction, utilities, or a related administrative field.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication. Ability to handle high volumes of documentation with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit permit applications to local jurisdictions for solar, electrical, and structural approvals.
• Monitor permit status and follow up proactively to ensure timely approvals.
• Communicate with city/county offices to clarify requirements, resolve issues, and track changing codes or documentation.
• Coordinate with design, engineering, and sales teams to obtain and validate required documents (e.g., site plans, structural letters, utility applications).
• Maintain accurate records and databases of permitting statuses and jurisdictional requirements.
• Toubleshoot rejected or delayed permits and escalate issues when needed.
• Track timelines and provide regular updates to project management and operations teams.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and national codes and regulations.
• Build and maintain relationships with permitting authorities and inspection offices.
• Assist with special permitting projects (e.g., Title 24, AHJ research, policy changes).

Skills

Permitting

Solar industry

Documentation

Microsoft Office/CRM

Tools

CRM tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

SunPower Corporation is seeking an entry-level Permitting Coordinator to manage the permitting process for residential and commercial solar projects. The role focuses on timely submissions, tracking, and approvals while coordinating with internal teams, municipalities, and utility authorities.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of communicating effectively in fast-paced environments.