Permitting Specialist: Drive Compliance & On-Time Approvals

Baker-Brother; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market value compensation

Robust PTO

Health, Vision and Dental plans

401K with company match up to 30%

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

FSA

EAP

Legal Services

Identity Theft protection

Continuous training

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Baker Brothers Plumbing, Air & Electric in Mesquite, TX seeks a highly organized Permits Specialist to manage the permitting process for plumbing, HVAC, and electrical projects. You will coordinate with municipalities, inspectors, and internal teams to ensure accurate permits are obtained, tracked, and closed on time.

The role emphasizes staying compliant with city, county, and state requirements, maintaining detailed records, and proactively addressing permit issues to support efficient project

Qualifications

• Previous permitting or construction administration experience.
• Ability to learn and navigate multiple permitting systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, submit, and track plumbing, HVAC, and electrical permit applications.
• Research permitting requirements for applicable municipalities and jurisdictions.
• Maintain accurate records of permits, applications, fees, inspections, and project documentation.
• Coordinate inspections with municipalities and communicate inspection requirements to field personnel.
• Monitor permit status and proactively follow up on pending applications, corrections, and approvals.
• Ensure permits are properly assigned to the appropriate jobs and technicians.
• Review documentation for completeness and accuracy before submission.
• Communicate with city and county permitting offices, inspectors, and other governmental agencies.
• Resolve permitting issues, corrections, and discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical permit files.
• Assist operations teams with questions regarding permitting requirements and processes.
• Track permit-related deadlines and ensure required actions are completed.
• Stay current on changes to local codes, permitting procedures, fees, and jurisdictional requirements.
• Provide regular status updates and reports to management.
• Identify opportunities to improve permitting processes, reduce delays, and increase operational efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

MS Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Baker Brothers Plumbing, Air & Electric in Mesquite, TX seeks a highly organized Permits Specialist to manage the permitting process for plumbing, HVAC, and electrical projects. You will coordinate with municipalities, inspectors, and internal teams to ensure accurate permits are obtained, tracked, and closed on time.

The role emphasizes staying compliant with city, county, and state requirements, maintaining detailed records, and proactively addressing permit issues to support efficient project