Building Technician

Under general supervision of the Building Official, provides accurate technical analysis of data, plans preparation, and general planning assistance for the Building Department. This is an entry-level position with the opportunity to gain valuable experience and certifications in the field of municipal government.

• Input, track and process permits and maintain thorough documentation for associated permits and certificates of occupancy
• Answer general questions and provide guidance related to processes and services including applying for permits, submittal requirements, code interpretations and other procedures to citizens, developers, contractors, and builders
• Research and utilize applicable standards within the international codes to assist customers with their development questions

• Provide general technical support to the building official, the fire department, the police department, and the third-party inspection and planning staff
• Provide general assistance to the building official in preparing for Zoning Board of Adjustment, Planning and Zoning, and city council meetings
• Other job functions as assigned

• Knowledge of office and administrative practices and procedures
• Ability to understand codes, ordinances, rules, and regulations related to commercial and residential building construction
• Skill in using PC Software including current Microsoft Office Suite of applications
• Skill in communicating professionally and tactfully with other city employees and the public by oral and written means
• Skill with organization and attention to detail
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment utilizing knowledge of the organization's policies
• Ability to work independently under general instructions
• Ability to perform a variety of physical skills including but not limited to filing, pulling, seeing, sorting, squatting, standing, stooping, twisting body, typing, walking, and writing.
• Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including but not limited to PC, telephone, calculator, scanner, and copier
• Ability to prioritize deadlines and tasks
• Ability to learn new systems and procedures quickly
• Ability to plan, organize, monitor, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to accomplish unit objectives
• Ability to present before a city board, commission or council meeting in the absence of the building official
• Ability to work within a set schedule
• Preferred familiarity with site plans, building plans and blueprints
• Ability to self-study to obtain Code Officer and ICC Residential Inspector certifications

• High School Degree
• One (1) year of related experience issuing building permits preferred.
• One (1) year of related experience working in a municipality preferred.
• One (1) year of related experience using MGO or equivalent permitting software preferred.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred