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Permit Technician

SAFEbuilt
Coconut Creek, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/25/2026
PERMIT TECHNICIAN

SAFEbuilt has the technical expertise to provide Community Development services, but the reason for our success is our people. Over 1600 experts make up our team from across the country, with experience in a full range of professional services and skills. Each Team member values integrity, improvement, service, teamwork, and respect. These Core Values are the foundation of positive relationships among coworkers, our clients, residents, and anyone invested in the continued success of their community.

We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Permit Technician to join our team of professionals. This position offers great opportunity for dynamic, motivated self-starters to work on a variety of work assignments. You’ll be a member of our highly respected team of professionals with a full complement of resources to support you and exciting projects to keep you challenged.

Responsibilities

  • Receive, review, and process building permit applications, plans, and supporting documents for completeness and accuracy.
  • Provide information to contractors, homeowners, and the public regarding permitting requirements, fees, and inspection procedures.
  • Input permit data into the City's permitting software and maintain accurate electronic and physical records.
  • Coordinate plan reviews between applicants and reviewing departments.
  • Issue approved building permits, Certificates of Occupancy, and other related documents.
  • Assess and collect permit and impact fees.
  • Assist with scheduling building inspections and maintaining inspection records.
  • Provide exceptional customer service in person, by phone, and via email.
  • Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with applicable City and State regulations.
  • Perform other administrative duties as assigned to support the Building Department.

Knowledge & Skills

  • Proficient Microsoft Office skills.
  • Excellent customer service representative skills.
  • Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
  • Possess the ability to positively interact with the other staff members, the general public, contractors, governmental entities, and other clientele.
  • Good time management, organization, telephone, attention to detail, and people skills.
  • Knowledge of the Florida Building Code and municipal development procedures.

Education & Experience

  • ICC Permit Technician and other certifications are a bonus
  • Previous experience in a Florida municipal or county Building Department
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish or Creole a plus.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: SAFEbuilt pays competitive wages and has a comprehensive benefit offering. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, matching 401K Plans, wellness programs and more. SAFEbuilt is committed to Career Progression through paid training and step increases for additional certifications and licenses.

More About SAFEbuilt: http://safebuilt.com/

Our employees are our greatest asset, with exceptionally certified individuals in all departments, including Planning & Zoning, Code Enforcement, Fire Prevention, and Engineering, as well as full-service and supplemental Building Department services. SAFEbuilt invests in developing our employees, exploring innovative technology, and giving back to our communities.

In partnership with over 1200 communities, our talented experts make a difference in the cities and towns where we live and work. Through quality people and consistent service, SAFEbuilt plays an important role in continually improving lives by developing safe, thriving communities.

SAFEbuilt is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at jobs@safebuilt.com or you may call us directly on 970-292-2200.

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