Permit Technician

Arkansas Department of Transportation • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

Under direct supervision, the Permit Technician issues permits for transporting over-dimensional and/or overweight loads and determines appropriate routes. The role includes transmitting permits, ensuring that permits accurately describe the load and circumstances, controlling permit use, and entering information into a computer. The position works in an office environment. A criminal background check is required to determine suitability for employment; failure to meet the applicable standards may result in rejection or termination. The position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• Educational equivalent of a diploma from an accredited high school.
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word and Outlook.
• Ability to operate fax machines and scanning equipment.
• Ability to read highway maps and correlate permit routes with designated detours required by construction or maintenance operations.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and multitask.
• Customer service skills.
• Must meet the suitability standards determined by a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Determine appropriate routes for motor carriers traveling through the state with over-dimensional loads.
• Prepare permits with applicable restrictions and routings.
• Issue permits with the appropriate approvals for the type of load.
• Transmit permits by fax or email.
• Enter data into the automated Arkansas Permitting and Routing System (ARPARS).
• Prepare documentation when making changes to a permit.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED