Permit Technician

Willdan; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Willdan, located in Venice, CA, is seeking a Permit Technician to provide vital customer support and accurately process permits. Candidates should possess ICC Certification and have at least 3 years of experience in this role. The position involves detailed review of permit applications, coordination of approvals, and assisting the public with their inquiries. Join a reputable company with over 60 years of service to public agencies and contribute to impactful community work.

Qualifications

• Must have ICC Certification and municipal experience.
• 3+ years as a Permit Technician required.
• Ability to lift/move up to 10 lbs and occasionally 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer support at the counter and over the phone.
• Review permit applications for completeness and accuracy.
• Calculate and collect permit fees.
• Process and issue building permits.
• Ensure all conditions of approvals are met prior to issuance.
• Assist the public with permit applications.
• Verify all necessary project approvals are obtained.
• Notify applicants when documents/permits are ready.
• Coordinate and route documents for plan review and approval.
• Help resolve resident inquiries and complaints.

Skills

ICC Certification

Municipal experience

Knowledge of permitting software

Job description

Why Join Us?

Be part of meaningful, impactful work that protects and shapes communities. Access growth opportunities through mentorship and continued education. Collaborate with a supportive team of inspectors, engineers & city partners. Join a company with a trusted legacy of 60+ years serving public agencies.

Public Agency Resources (PARS), a subsidiary of Willdan Group Inc., has an opening for a Permit Technician in the Venice, CA area.

What You’ll Do

• Provide customer support at the counter and over the phone.
• Review permit applications for completeness and accuracy.
• Calculate and collect permit fees.
• Process and issue building permits.
• Ensure all conditions of approvals are met prior to issuance.
• Assist the public with permit applications.
• Verify all necessary project approvals are obtained prior to permit issuance.
• Notify applicants when construction documents and/or permits are ready for pick-up or issuance.
• Coordinate and route documents for plan review and approval.
• Help resolve resident inquiries and complaints.

What You’ll Bring

• Must have ICC Certification and municipal experience (ICC Certification Counter Technician).
• 3+ years as a Permit Technician required.
• Knowledge of various permitting software is a plus.
• Ability to lift/move up to 10 lbs and occasionally lift/move up to 25 lbs.

EEO Non-Discrimination and ADA Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Willdan is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, religion, military service or veteran status, disability, medical condition, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetic testing, reproductive status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws and ordinances. Willdan does not discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability where the essential functions of the job can be reasonably accommodated. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case‑by‑case basis. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us.

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