Spec, Permit ROW

Spire; Saint Louis (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Spire is seeking a Permit Specialist to process excavation permit applications and secured permits through Maximo and Oracle. The role will involve reviewing construction drawings, securing municipal permits, handling payments and correspondence with municipalities, and supporting capital project administration.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, plus familiarity with permit systems and basic construction knowledge.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with permit processing and municipal workflows preferred.
• Strong proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Adobe and Access.

Responsibilities

• Review municipal excavation permits for installation and maintenance.
• Secure municipal traffic control permits.
• Secure municipal street plate permits.
• Assist in the administration of capital work orders.
• Process payments to municipalities for permits.
• Send, receive & file correspondence for municipalities.
• Handle municipality inquiries or complaints.
• Manage St. Louis City Water Department permits.
• Manage St. Louis City Board of Public Service Permits.
• Meet with Operations personnel to clear up permit questions on gas route.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

Adobe

MS Access

Construction knowledge

Reading drawings

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Maximo

iMap

Oracle

Job description

Summary

Spire is seeking a Permit Specialist. This position will be responsible for processing of excavation permit applications and secured permits thru Maximo and Oracle.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Review construction drawings for municipal excavation permits for installation and maintenance of services and mains for Spire Mo East & Spire Mo West
• Secure municipal traffic control permits
• Secure municipal street plate permits
• Assist in the administration of capital work orders
• Process for payment municipality invoices for permits
• Send, receive & file correspondence for municipalities
• Handle municipality inquires or complaints
• Manage St. Louis City Water Department permits
• Manage St. Louis City Board of Public Service Permits
• Meet with Operations personnel to clear up permit questions on gas route
• All other duties as assigned

Essential Characteristics

• Ability to demonstrate the core and job category competencies: customer-focused, results-driven, teamwork, communications, adaptability, initiative, problem solving and quality
• Ability to lead by example in support of the Company’s essential characteristics and values: strong ethics and integrity, dedication to a safe work environment, commitment to a diverse workforce that recognizes and respects every individual’s unique skills and perspectives
• Ability to be detail-oriented and accurate

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

Required Education (certifications, licenses)

• High school diploma or G.E.D.

Required knowledge, skill and abilities

• One year of experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe and Access preferred
• Knowledge of Maximo, iMap & Oracle systems preferred
• General computer knowledge and basic computer skills required
• One year of construction knowledge as it applies to the Company’s gas distribution system preferred
• One year of experience reading construction drawings preferred

Physical demands, environment and schedule

• Normal Work Environment - Work is normally performed in quiet conditions.
• Typically, anywhere from 7:30 to 8:00 a.m. – 4:15 to 4:45 p.m. Monday through Friday
• Overtime is limited. No travel required

Posting Requirements

Posting requirements: The above posting description is intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Spire, Inc., and its subsidiaries are Affimative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all areas, including but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, selection, training, education, compensation, benefits, promotion, job transfer, upgrading, separation and recall regardless of the individual’s race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, and/or other protected categories under all Federal, State, and local laws. For more information, please view our Integrity and Inclusion pages of our career site.

Company Overview

We are committed to understanding the needs of the homes and businesses we serve. That's why we're always looking for driven, collaborative people to join our team. Because we believe that offering our customers the best service means bringing together the best people.

And we find the best by hiring those who share our values of safety, inclusion and integrity, and demonstrate the competencies that bring the Spire vision, mission and culture to life:

• Adaptability: We embrace change, continuously seeking opportunities for improvement while remaining open-minded and flexible in response to evolving conditions and customer, stakeholder and company needs.
• Collaboration: We achieve more together through a foundation of respect, embracing healthy conflict, actively seeking and providing actionable feedback and fostering an environment where everyone’s input is welcomed.
• Ownership: We see things through, demonstrate accountability, honor commitments, take responsibility for outcomes and demonstrate initiative.

By living our values and competencies, we strive to create an environment where employees feel welcome, respected and valued.