Permit Technician (PTAN) - Braselton, GA

Benelux • Braselton, GA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Bureau Veritas is seeking a Permit Technician for its office in Braselton, Georgia. The role works under the direction of the Zoning and Permitting Manager and assists members of the public applying for permits by providing routine and technical information related to building permit issuance. This may include explaining routine building code requirements and ordinances and helping applicants complete applications and other required forms. The technician maintains a construction-permit database, educates the public about the building inspection process, and performs clerical and bookkeeping duties as needed.

This is an office-based position scheduled approximately 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday, during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The position may require sitting or standing for long periods. The company describes its compensation and benefits as competitive and states that employee well-being and professional growth are priorities. The starting wage is $20 per hour, with potential increases based on factors such as experience, education, licenses, and certifications.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED.
• At least 2 years of experience in an office setting in an administrative, operations, or bookkeeping capacity.
• Valid Georgia driver's license.
• Ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and analyze data, using discretion and established standards.
• Ability to provide guidance and interpret procedures and standards for others in specific situations.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and ability to follow directions.
• Ability to maintain a professional appearance, attitude, and conduct, and a consistently positive attitude toward the company and clients.
• Self-disciplined and able to work independently without direct supervision.
• Ability to work well with a wide variety of people and contribute as a teammate in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem-solving ability and ability to build effective relationships.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic, calculate decimals and percentages, use fractions, and interpret graphs.
• Ability to interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, and schedule-based instructions and exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to use judgment, decisiveness, and creativity when evaluating information against measurable or verifiable criteria.
• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered if they provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for the job.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• ICC Permit Technician certification.
• At least 1 year of experience as a permit technician or in a related role.
• General knowledge of the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Assist permit applicants by providing routine and technical information related to building permit issuance, including routine building code requirements and ordinances.
• Assist the public with completing permit applications and other required forms.
• Maintain accurate permit-tracking records for permits issued and inspections performed for several client offices.
• Educate the public about the building inspection process.
• Answer phone calls, respond to email, and greet office visitors.
• Provide information and assistance; prepare correspondence and reports; and receive and file documents.
• Perform clerical and bookkeeping duties as needed.
• Work on special projects that may involve research, analysis, task coordination, preparation of forms and documents, and maintenance of records, indexes, and logs.
• Compile reports and documents as requested and monthly.
• Protect confidential information and act responsibly regarding private and personal property.
• Communicate proactively with staff members, partners, and the general public.
• Assist other staff members with additional tasks as needed.
• Keep current with necessary ongoing training, credentials, and certifications, and study relevant codes and standards.

Benefits

• The company describes its benefits as comprehensive health and wellness benefits; specific benefits are not listed.
• The company describes opportunities for professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED