Tuff Shed is hiring a full-time Permit Technician! Bring energy and passion to your work Be impactful and make a difference Customer facing Problem Solver
WHY TUFF SHED? Discover the possibilities, whether you’re just starting your career journey or looking to take the next step, this is the place to explore and learn. We hear it all the time, “I wish I would have discovered Tuff Shed sooner”! It’s never too late!
Founded on an entrepreneurial spirit and an unwavering commitment to quality, Tuff Shed was established in 1981, and has since developed into America's largest manufacturer and installer of storage buildings and garages. We utilize cutting edge green technology in our materials and manufacturing processes and hold multiple U.S. Patents. Tuff Shed is the industry leader in providing high-quality buildings and garages with over 40 years of experience. We pride ourselves in delivering innovative and durable solutions to our customers. Our commitment to excellence and craftsmanship has made us the trusted name in the shed industry.
WHAT YOU WILL DO AS A SUCCESSFUL TUFF SHED PERMIT TECHNICIAN The Permit Technician is responsible for working with Tuff Shed customers and local municipal entities to obtain building permits and/or meet zoning requirements to facilitate the approved construction of Tuff Shed structures. The Permit Technician will establish relationships with local building and zoning departments in order to keep apprised of any changes in local code and/or requirements related to the building and zoning standards within their territory. This is primarily office based with occasional off-site meetings or to pick up permits from building departments.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with building departments and officials, serving as the liaison between Tuff Shed and building and zoning departments. • Communicates all required changes to Salesperson and Customer to meet jurisdictional requirements. • Works with local jurisdictions to resolve issues related to issuance of appropriate permits. This may include attending in person meetings and/or public hearings. • Prepares all required documents for acquiring required permits, including producing plot plans and other required drawings. • Tracks permit progress through the planning and building department. • Schedules, coordinates, and communicates various on-site building inspections with local officials and Tuff Shed representatives. • Updates tracking tools to notify interested parties of progress with individual projects. • Performing all other duties, tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Tuff Shed management.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING • Customer-service experience and the ability to work with customers and peers to understand requirements. • Experience creating and tracking multiple projects to completion. • Experience working in a construction or building department environment preferred. • Understanding of regulatory items related to real-estate preferred (i.e., easements, setbacks, water run-off, etc) • Hands-on computer skills in Microsoft Office and Internet applications required; experience in utilizing Customer Relations Management (CRM) software – including Oracle, JDE, Onyx, Salesforce.com, Goldmine or similar systems is preferred. • Ability to solve problems using sound logic and good business judgment. • Ability to use arithmetic, mathematical, accounting, and financial tools as they apply to Tuff Shed business. • Ability to read, write and understand instructions given orally, in writing and/or in diagram form. • Ability to prepare effective written correspondence and reports. • Ability to effectively communicate at all levels, including customers, business partners, suppliers, co-workers, managers, and the general public. • A valid driver’s license and acceptable MVR
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU • We offer competitive wages • Paid Time Off • Paid Holidays • Healthcare, Dental, Vision • Flexible Spending Account • Employee Assistance Program • Employer Matching 401(k) • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) • Employee Discount Program • and more!
EDUCATION High School diploma or equivalent
NEXT STEPS • Learn more about us! Check out the Tuff Shed Website at www.Tuffshed.com/careers • Interested? We encourage you to apply for consideration. • As part of the application process, please take a short survey, called Predictive Index. Click on the following link to complete this five minute survey: https://assessment.predictiveindex.com/4Va/f7fcd733-fe91-4097-9a2b-80b0906a12f6?type=candidateba
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Tuff Shed is an equal opportunity employer. Employees and applicants for employment will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, hair texture, hair type, hair length, or a protective hairstyle that is commonly or associated with race, ancestry, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, civil union partner status, protected medical conditions, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic, activity or basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law or because he or she is an individual with a disability or disabled veteran, Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, or active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran.
