Permit Technician - Plano

RXinsider LTD.; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

RXinsider LTD. in Plano, Texas is seeking a Permit Technician to support the building permit process. The role involves administering a database of construction permits, verifying packet completeness, and providing information on reviews and processes to applicants and staff.

You will back up various admin duties, communicate with staff, citizens, and contractors, and pursue ICC certifications to strengthen expertise. The position is on-site in Plano with standard business hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• ICC Permit Technician certification or ability to obtain within first year of employment.
• Minimum two years of experience overseeing daily office operations and performing general admin tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain database for permits and inspections; ensure data accuracy.
• Verify completeness of permit application packets and provide information on review process.
• Assist Plan Review staff and back up other administrative duties as needed.
• Communicate effectively with staff, citizens and contractors; support team operations.
• Handle general clerical tasks: calls, correspondence, filing, and message relay.
• Pursue ICC certifications and participate in ongoing training to improve performance.

Skills

Strong communication

Follow directions

Professional appearance

Self-discipline

Team player

Problem solving

Positive attitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

ICC Permit Technician certification

Job description

Permit Technician ($17-$19/hr)

Plano –, Texas

Reports to: Permit Technician Supervisor

Purpose Of Position/ Function

Working under the direction of the Permit Technician Supervisor, is responsible for performing a variety of administrative, secretarial and clerical duties to maintain database of construction permits, verify completeness of permit application packets, provide information regarding the building review and permit process, assisting the Plan Review staff, and performing back up as needed for other administrative duties.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Perform scheduled assignments between 8:00am and 5:00pm Monday –Friday
• Perform daily duties responsibly and safely with respect to private and personal property.
• Readily communicate with staff, citizens and builder/contractors as necessary.
• Readily communicate with team members.
• Maintain database for tracking permits issued and inspections performed among several client offices.
• Be available to assist client staff with additional service as related to our purpose.
• Be available to assist team members when called upon.
• Perform related clerical and secretarial duties for the office; answer general calls, provides information and assistance to callers and forwards or takes messages as appropriate; composes and prepares correspondence and reports; receives and files documents.
• Perform various administrative support tasks for special projects involve researching and analyzing information.
• Promote professional development by achieving additional ICC certifications, attending training opportunities and consistent study of codes and standards as related to work performance.

Job Qualifications And Education

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any Combination Of Education Or Experience Normally Equivalent To

Education: Requires a high school diploma or GED.

Certification: ICC Permit Technician certification or ability to obtain certification within first year of employment.

Experience: A minimum of two years of experience overseeing daily office operations and performing various administrative and general office tasks; any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

PERFORMANCE APTITUDES

Human Interaction: Requires the ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others regarding the application of procedures and standards to specific situations.

Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of references, descriptive, and/or advisory data and information.

Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; the ability to calculate decimals and percentages.

Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of rational systems; to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form; and to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify variations in assigned objectives.

Knowledge, Abilities, And Skills

• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Ability to maintain a professional appearance, attitude, and conduct. Must be self- disciplined, able to work without direct supervision.
• Ability to work well with people and perform as a member of a team.
• Must possess problem solving skills.
• Must possess a positive attitude towards Company and clients.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships.
• General knowledge of the construction industry - a plus
• Must have a valid Texas driver’s license.
• Knowledge of Computers / Software