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Bureau Veritas

Primary duties will include assisting homeowners, contractors, or others applying for a permit with the routine and technical information related to the issuance of building permits; * that may ...

Bureau Veritas

Permit Technician

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Primary duties will include assisting homeowners, contractors, or others applying for a permit with the routine and technical information related to the issuance of building permits; * that may ...

Bureau Veritas

Permit Technician

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Primary duties will include assisting homeowners, contractors, or others applying for a permit with the routine and technical information related to the issuance of building permits; * that may ...

Bureau Veritas

Primary duties will include assisting homeowners, contractors, or others applying for a permit with the routine and technical information related to the issuance of building permits; * that may ...

Junction City, KS

Permit Technician

Junction City, KS · On-site

$16.96 - $27.56/hr

... Citizens, Contractors and others with the process and procedures of obtaining permits and licenses. • Accepts building permit applications, review applications for completeness and forwards ...

SAFEbuilt

Permit Technician

Okeechobee, FL · On-site

Receive, review, and process building permit applications, plans, and supporting documents for completeness and accuracy. * Provide information to contractors, homeowners, and the public regarding ...

SAFEbuilt

Permit Technician

Hollywood, FL

Receive, review, and process building permit applications, plans, and supporting documents for completeness and accuracy. * Provide information to contractors, homeowners, and the public regarding ...

SAFEbuilt

Permit Technician

Okeechobee, FL

Receive, review, and process building permit applications, plans, and supporting documents for completeness and accuracy. * Provide information to contractors, homeowners, and the public regarding ...

SAFEbuilt

Permit Technician

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Receive, review, and process building permit applications, plans, and supporting documents for completeness and accuracy. * Provide information to contractors, homeowners, and the public regarding ...

SAFEbuilt

Permit Technician

Wilton Manors, FL

Receive, review, and process building permit applications, plans, and supporting documents for completeness and accuracy. * Provide information to contractors, homeowners, and the public regarding ...

SAFEbuilt

Permit Technician

Pembroke Pines, FL · On-site

Receive, review, and process building permit applications, plans, and supporting documents for completeness and accuracy. * Provide information to contractors, homeowners, and the public regarding ...

SAFEbuilt

Permit Technician

Wilton Manors, FL · On-site

Receive, review, and process building permit applications, plans, and supporting documents for completeness and accuracy. * Provide information to contractors, homeowners, and the public regarding ...

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Permit Technician

Bureau Veritas

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Posted 8 days ago

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8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

33rd of 103 rated laboratories

Job description

A WORLD LEADER IN TESTING, INSPECTION & CERTIFICATION SERVICES

Bureau Veritas offers dynamic, exciting employment opportunities with an attractive salary/benefit package and an opportunity to play a vital role with a global organization. If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today.

Bureau Veritas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other non-job-related characteristics.

This position is responsible to ensure equal opportunity in employment in that all persons are treated equally and on the basis of merit, in decisions regarding selection, placement, promotions, training, work assignments, transfers and other personnel actions.

City: Los Angeles 

State: California

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
  • We're looking for the immediate hire of Building Permit Technician who is highly motivated, detail-oriented, and team player.
  • Primary duties will include assisting homeowners, contractors, or others applying for a permit with the routine and technical information related to the issuance of building permits;
    • that may include routine building code requirements and ordinances;
    • and assist the public in completing applications and other required forms.
  • The positions are office based and may require sitting or standing for long periods of time.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Provides information and guidance to the general public regarding application procedures for all types of building permits.
  • Reviews permit applications for provisions of all required information and/or documentation.
  • Distributes applications for necessary reviews.
  • Monitors progress of permit review.
  • Verifies completion of all required reviews, and notifies applicant of approved permit.
  • Serves as liaison between reviewing agencies and applicant.
  • Performs specialized processing functions for permits.
  • May be assigned as special liaison with high volume customers.
  • Tracks permit through inspection process to advise customer of status, problems, and final approval.
  • Maintains building permit packets with detailed files of official records pertaining to the process.
  • Addresses public records requests.
  • Answers phones and assists customers at the counter.
  • Handles customer questions and issues regarding permit requirements; refers technical questions to appropriate staff, and advises customer of action taken as necessary.
  • May include image documents using small and large-format scanners.
  • Maintains confidentiality of records.
  • May be assigned to other office locations based upon operational needs.
  • Attends work on a regular and consistent basis.
  • Performs other related duties and tasks as necessary or as assigned.
Education and/or Experience
  • Graduation from high school or possession of a GED and three (3) years of general clerical experience to include a minimum of two (2) years in strong customer service.
  • A comparable amount of education, training, or experience with related job skills may be substituted for the minimum requirements.
  • The preferred candidate will have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in construction, building, or permitting.
  • Experience working with permitting type software is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Knowledge of basic land development and construction permit requirements.
  • Knowledge of general permit processing and procedures.
  • Knowledge of County offices and functions.
  • Knowledge of land development and construction terminology.
  • Able to deal with the public in a professional, courteous manner.
  • Able to accurately answer questions and resolve problem situations or refer to appropriate office.
  • Able to follow check lists and recognize different types of required exhibits and plans.
  • Hands-on experience with desktop computer applications.
  • Skilled in the use of various office equipment.
  • Able to work under stressful conditions.
  • Able to interact effectively with others,
  • Must be able to commute to other office locations base upon operational needs.

If you are an individual with a disability and you would like us to assist you with searching the Careers Page site for employment opportunities and/or assistance with completing your profile and application, please contact us at 1-888-357-7020 or email us with your request to NorthAmericaTA@bureauveritas.com.

We are happy to assist you and encourage you to consider Bureau Veritas for your next great career opportunity!

If you would like additional information regarding Bureau Veritas' federal obligations in regards to equal employment opportunity, please click the link below:

https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters

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