Description:
•Prepare and submit interconnection and permit application packages to utilities and AHJ’s.
•Establish and maintain points of contact and partnerships with utilities and AHJ’s.
•Field and respond to questions or revision requests from utilities and AHJ’s. Coordinate with Design and Construction teams to revise applications as needed.
•Pay all applicable interconnection and permitting fees. Coordinate payment with accounting and construction teams when necessary.
•Submit final inspections and/or project photos to utilities in order to request permission to operate.
•Prepare and submit 3rd Party PPA notifications to the SCC and utilities for registration.
•Contact utilities and AHJ’s with inquiries from teammates, and record responses/answers for future reference.
•Update and monitor the status of all interconnection and permit applications via the Interconnection & Permitting Google spreadsheet (new systems, project statuses, construction start dates, etc.) Follow up with utilities, AHJ’s, and teammates as needed.
•Send introductory emails to new customers outlining interconnection and permitting processes and requesting any information required for applications (power bills, property information, receipts, etc.).
•Coordinate with contractors/builders to complete interconnection and permit applications on behalf of new construction customers.
•Track service department projects that require interconnection applications and/or permits.
•Communicate interconnection and permit application statuses to customers, Sales, and Construction teams (approval, further information needed, denied, complete, etc.).
•Keep organized folders/records of applications and approval documentation from utilities and AHJ’s. Upload necessary documentation to the CRM (permits, permit numbers, approved plans, completed applications, PTO letters, etc.).
•Field and respond to customer inquiries regarding interconnection and permitting.
•Contact utilities and AHJ’s to understand processes and requirements in preparation for upcoming applications.
•Keep Utility Cheat Sheet up to date with current utility interconnection policies. Update team with relevant changes.
Requirements:
•Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, SharePoint, Outlook, and Teams, as well as Adobe Acrobat; ability to learn new software.
•Strong planning, organization, and prioritization skills; ability to work autonomously and meet deadlines.
•Strong technical and analytical skills; adept at researching issues and proposing solutions; detail-oriented in all correspondence and deliverables.
•Relationship builder that displays a positive, “Can Do” attitude; communicates with peers, supervisor, and all other external individuals both effectively and respectfully.
•Clear understanding of, and ability to enthusiastically promote, safe workplace practices and procedures.