Permit Technician (Construction)

Location: On-site in Sacramento, California; candidates must live locally or within California. No relocation expenses are provided. Travel to client locations and job sites may be required, including business-related driving.

Salary: $28–$33.24 USD per hour.

Company

hirify.global provides consulting and technical support services related to construction development, building inspection, and permit administration.

What you will do

• Review, accept, distribute, process, document, and maintain permit applications, plans, specifications, reports, and inspection records.
• Review electronic plans, blueprints, and submittals for completeness and basic code compliance.
• Verify plot plans, lot locations, planning and zoning requirements, and engineering requirements.
• Assist customers with the permit process, respond to project-status inquiries, and provide accurate permit information.
• Calculate applicable fees, receive payments, issue permits, and maintain permit and inspection tracking systems.
• Prepare monthly reports and provide organizational and technical support to Building Inspection Division staff and related departments.

Requirements

• Possess or obtain an International Code Council Permit Technician certification within six months of hire; certification must be maintained.
• Have at least two years of clerical experience involving public contact, preferably in building construction, or at least one year of Permit Technician experience with a private or public agency.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Use permitting software and be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Hold and maintain a valid Class C California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Be able to work in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, travel to client or job sites, and occasionally work overtime.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time employees receive subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance with family coverage.
• Health Savings Accounts or Health Reimbursement Arrangements, Flexible Spending Accounts, and transit or parking benefits are available.
• Benefits include life insurance, long-term disability insurance, an Employee Stock Ownership program, and a 401(k) with company match.
• Receive 15 days of paid time off, 12 paid company holidays, employee assistance, fitness reimbursement, and professional development support.
• Work involves regular sitting and standing, occasional kneeling and squatting, and lifting supplies weighing up to 15 pounds.