Permit Coordinator

Permit Coordinator

Pay: $48,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Job description:

Job Title: Solar Permitting Coordinator

Department: Operations / Permitting

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Solar Permitting Coordinator to join our operations team. This individual will play a critical role in securing timely permit approvals that keep our solar installation projects on track. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who is comfortable spending the majority of their day on the phone with local jurisdictions, homeowners, and internal teams. This role has the ability to grow into more areas of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit permitting applications to local municipalities, utilities, and building departments.
• Follow up persistently on the status of submitted permits via phone and email.
• Track all permit applications, expirations, and approval dates in internal systems.
• Resolve any issues or missing documentation that may delay permitting.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of jurisdiction-specific permitting requirements and processes.
• Maintain accurate records of all permitting and inspection milestones in project management software.
• Communicate effectively with internal departments (engineering, sales, project management) to ensure timely handoffs.

Qualifications Required

• 1–3 years of experience in permitting, project coordination, or customer service (preferably in construction, solar, or related fields).
• Excellent verbal communication skills and comfort making outbound phone calls regularly.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, and/or project management tools (e.g., Salesforce, Smartsheet, Monday.com).

Preferred

• Experience working with local permitting authorities or building departments.
• Familiarity with residential solar installations or renewable energy industry practices.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Office based
• Monday–Friday, full-time, standard business hours.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person