EPC Permit Technician

Description

• Review and prepares drawings and other documents and organize IFP packages for submission for permit application and plan check to appropriate JHA
• Maintains and updates engineered drawings and site studies being performed by Project Development team
• Negotiate with AHJs regarding permit fees
• May work in varying weather conditions: hot, cold, and wet conditions.
• Generates and maintains accurate record keeping system for active permits and tracking of all inspections to be performed on a particular project
• Types reports, letters, and a variety of other documents from rough draft to final document for submission
• Follow up with staff and plan checkers to ensure reviews are done timely and permits are issued on time
• Coordinate with Project Managers to issue payments on time for permitting
• Provide due diligence review during RFP stage (review CUPs, ESAs, EIRs, wetland permits, etc.)
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, jurisdiction staff and the customers
• Maintains and updates permit applications log and plan checks being performed by Project Development team
• Track active projects and follow-up with project team and staff at the JHA as necessary to ensure that deadlines are achieved
• Provides Project management teams with accurate and up to date information regarding permit process and permit activity as required per different project/JHA

Requirements

• 3+ years of Permitting experience preferably with multiple jurisdictions
• General knowledge of Solar PV, Energy Storage and Interconnection design construction
• Ability to learn new AHJ requirements when we expand into new regions
• Knowledge of construction processes and progress timelines
• Proven ability to take on responsibilities on multiple projects at one time
• May be required to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Communication, or related field
• Proven ability to write and edit project summaries, technical documents, and other supporting information
• Able to work in a high-paced, high-pressure environment
• Know and understand all AHJ (Federal, State, and Local) requirements for all jurisdictions we work in
• Permit Technician Certification from the International Code Council is preferred
• High attention to detail
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Able to travel for pursuit meetings with different AHJ’s and project teams
• May be required to stoop, bend, and crouch.
• Works in the Santa Fe Springs office 60% of the time.
• Works in the field, on various projects 20% of the time.

Benefits

• Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 9 paid Holidays.
• Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%. Immediate vesting and Annual profit-sharing potential.
• Company medical and dental insurance for you and your family. CSI pays 100% for Employee and 75% of dependent coverage premium for the selected plan(s).
• Various voluntary plans are available, including short- and long-term disability, supplemental vision, accident, hospital and critical illness, and additional voluntary life insurance plans for employees and dependents.
• Salary $59,280-$87,360/ year
• Amazing Company Culture - We have a culture of trust, teamwork, performance, and commitment that drives our success.
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
• Company-paid life, and accidental death & dismemberment.
• Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. CSI reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the selected candidate's qualifications.
• Competitive Salaries - We pride ourselves on offering above-average industry salaries based on talent and experience.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance