Building Permit Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

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Position Description POSITION DESCRIPTION Planning and Development focuses on both public and private property development throughout the city, as well as the sustainable management of our land and water resources and public infrastructure. This is your opportunity to become a member of an extraordinary organization and a dynamic team. Under close supervision, Plans and Permit Technicians perform a wide variety of technical and clerical duties such as receiving, logging, and distributing building plans and applications; calculates appropriate fees; checks plans and issues building permits for minor residential additions and alterations.

Duties may include but are not limited to the following: Receives application submittals at public counter for one-trade express permits such as re-roofs, electrical, mechanical and plumbing. Calculates plan check review and permit fees based on applicable standards, including construction type, square footage, and project valuation. Maintains, updates, organizes and file building plans, permits, and related documentation.

Review building plans and issues building permits for minor residential additions and alterations in accordance with applicable codes, standard details and approved design aids. Responds to public inquiries regarding status of submitted projects and provides general information related to permitting processes, requirements and procedures. Establishes positive working relationships with the public contractors, developers, state/local agencies and associations, City management and staff.

Coordinates the routing and review of building plans and documents with other City departments and divisions as needed to facilitate the permitting process. Performs related duties as required. Full job specifications available to be viewed at: https://www.fresno.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/JS-Plans-and-Permit-Technician.pdf One vacancy currently exists in the Planning and Development Department

Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period for up to a maximum of two years at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months. THE REQUIREMENTS Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination and does not assure a place on the eligibility list.

Possession of a high school diploma or GED AND Two (2) years of increasingly responsible administrative experience in an architectural, engineering, building, or similar office. OR Completion of thirty (30) units from an accredited college or university with major coursework in architecture, engineering, drafting, and construction or related field AND One (1) year of increasingly responsible administrative experience in a municipal or county building or planning department If qualifying with accredited college or university credits, a copy of the transcripts must be attached for verification of requirements. Applicants lacking attached transcript proof may be rejected.

Possession of a valid California Driver's License may be required at time of appointment. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record. Possession of a current certificate as a Plans and Permits Technician by a recognized code publishing organization such as the International Code Council (ICC), within one year of appointment.

Eligible candidates certified for consideration for this position and subsequently selected following a Department interview will be required to successfully complete a Department of Justice fingerprint process prior to employment with the City of Fresno. THE SELECTION PROCESS The examination process may consist of the following: Written Examination: 100% - The written examination is designed to assess a candidate's knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform as a Plans and Permit Technician which may include the following areas: codes, regulations, customer service, interpersonal relations, math, planning, and software. Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list.

The written exam is tentatively scheduled for the week of: September 7, 2026. How To Apply For information on how to complete an online application, please visit the Help & Support tab. For NEOGOV Application Assistance, please call 1-855-524-5627 or email support@governmentjobs.com

ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED and must be submitted by midnight on the closing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason. Required licenses, certifications, and education must be verified with supporting documents. Foreign education must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S

Department of Education. Please ensure all relevant attachments are uploaded with your application. For the work experience section, provide detailed descriptions of job duties for each position related to the specific role you are applying for.

Resumes are not a substitute for completing this section and will only be reviewed as supplemental information, not for determining minimum qualifications. For other City of Fresno employment opportunities, please view our Careers Homepage. If you have recruitment questions, please call our office at 559-621-6950.

Our office is located at 2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030, Fresno, CA 93721. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination.