Permit Technician

Socket.dev; Los Banos (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

4LEAF, Inc. is seeking a Permit Technician to support the Merced, Stanislaus, and San Joaquin County area in CA.

This role handles customer service and administrative tasks related to permitting and inspections, acting as the main contact for applicants, contractors, and the public. Responsibilities include processing permits, reviewing applications for completeness, calculating and collecting fees, updating files, and coordinating with Building, Planning, and Engineering Divisions.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years experience as a Permit Technician.
• Customer service and administrative experience required.
• Industry experience is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with building plans, codes, ordinances and related terminology desirable but not required.
• Modern office practices and procedures.
• Mastery of computer technology (i.e. Microsoft Office, etc.).
• Records management practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform paraprofessional, technical and clerical duties to support the permitting process.
• Assist with processing permits to support Building, Planning, and Engineering Divisions.
• Review, accept, track, and assist in various aspects of the permitting process.
• Provide outstanding customer service to local government customers and the public.
• Review development permit applications and related documents for completeness and accuracy.
• Calculate, collect, receipt and document fees for development project applications.
• Assist with filing and maintenance of development review files.
• Answer phones and direct code and development related questions.
• Update electronic permit files and perform related duties.

Skills

Customer service

Administrative experience

Attention to detail

Communication

Team coordination

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

About Us:

4LEAF, Inc. is a multi-discipline engineering firm providing services throughout the United States. For over 20 years, 4LEAF has assisted communities in successfully navigating contract services leading to fiscally responsible solutions. As one of the industry's notable providers of planning, building and safety, engineering, construction management, and fire consulting services, 4LEAF has an enviable track record of completing complex projects and staffing assignments with both public and private clients.

Job Description:

We are seeking a Permit Technician within Merced, Stanislaus, San Joaquin County area, CA. This position is responsible for providing exceptional customer service and administrative support related to the permitting and inspection process. This position serves as the primary point of contact for applicants, contractors, and the public regarding permit requirements, application procedures, and project status. The Permit Technician reviews and processes a variety of permit applications to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and company or municipal standards.

This role requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal departments, inspectors, and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate is proactive, customer-focused, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Perform a wide variety of paraprofessional, technical and clerical duties to support the permitting process.
• Assist with the processing of a variety of permits to support the Building, Planning, and Engineering Divisions.
• Review, accept, track, and assist in various aspects of the permitting process.
• Provide outstanding customer service to local government customers and the general public by providing information regarding the permit application process.
• You will be trained to review development permit applications and other related documents for completeness and accuracy, determining acceptability for further review.
• Calculate, collect, receipt and document fees associated with development project applications.
• Assist with clerical functions and the filing and maintenance of development review files.
• Answer phones and direct code and development related questions to the appropriate person.
• Update electronic permit files.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years experience as a Permit Technician is required.
• Customer service and administrative experience required.
• Industry experienced is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with building plans, codes, ordinances and related terminology desirable but not required.
• Modern office practices and procedures.
• Mastery of computer technology (i.e. Microsoft Office, etc.)
• Records management practices.

4LEAF anticipates paying between $31.49 - $38.51 per hour based on experience and skill set.

Schedule: Full Time, Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, On-Site

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

For more firm information, please visit www.4leafinc.com.

4LEAF, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.