Permit Technician

Description Competitive pay + benefits Benefits We also offer an extensive benefits package which includes:

- Medical Insurance

- Dental Insurance

- Vision Care Insurance

- 401K

- Medical Reimbursement Accounts (HSA & FSA)

- Employee Assistance Program

- Employee Discounts

- $50k Life Insurance covered 100% by Freedom Forever

- Paid Time-Off

Freedom Forever is currently hiring a Permit Technican for our Canton, Michigan Office!

The Permit Technician is responsible for submitting and obtaining building permits from local jurisdictions. This includes coordinating with in-house designers and city officials, preparing paperwork, resolving objections, and occasionally traveling to submit documents in person.

- Assist with the permitting process and support the Permit Coordinator

- Submit and track permit applications (online, in person, or by mail)

- Communicate with jurisdictions to resolve issues and ensure timely approvals

- Maintain accurate records and calculate project valuations

- Obtain customer signatures for required documents

- Travel to jurisdictions as needed for submissions or pickups

- Practice safe and efficient driving when traveling

- Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification Requirements

Education & Certifications

- High School Diploma or GED

Experience

- Detail-oriented with experience working with municipal departments

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

- Strong organizational and communication skills

- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

- Legible handwriting and ability to learn new software

Physical Demands And Abilities

- Prolonged periods of sitting, computer use, and document handling

- Ability to switch between sitting and standing

- Clear verbal communication and comprehension

- Occasional bending and filing tasks

- Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Freedom Forever is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics) or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.

Position is in office, located in Canton, Michigan.