Lead Permit Technician

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to provide mid-level permitting functions within the OSP Engineering team to ensure engineering designs are approved by local municipalities to prepare for various utility construction project
• Mid-level knowledge of easement, right of way, and property lines
• Ability to identify jurisdiction boundaries: including, but not limited to, city, county, DOT, railroad, and pole owners
• Gather information on jurisdictional guidelines and permit submittal process
• Mid-Level understanding and ability to track all electronic data of submittals and project timelines
• Ability to read and interpret construction prints and designs
• Compile and deliver complete, ready to work, permit packages to internal and external customers
• Collaborate closely with local municipalities and customers
• Manage and track all permits throughout the course of a construction build
• Walks design routes with local municipalities on placement including hand hole sets, fiber installs and locations, etc.
• Basic understanding of Aerial make ready, PLA's, and local power guidelines for aerial joint use attachment designs
• Performs other job duties as assigned by leadership

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• 1-3+ years of telecommunication permitting experience required
• 5+ years of telecommunications engineering experience within CAD, GIS, Construction, or Design preferred if no formal permitting experience
• Ability to drive a company provided vehicle; valid drive license with clean driving record required
• High School Diploma or equivalent required