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Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC - The Reliable One)

Permit Technician

Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC - The Reliable One), Orlando, Florida, us, 32885

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Permit Technician

role at

Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC - The Reliable One) .

OUC is presently seeking a

Permit Technician

to join the

Electric & Water Distribution

division. At OUC, we don’t just work – we’re building a bright future of innovation and transformation for future generations.

We are looking for a highly organized and accurate professional to create, maintain and update electrical and water drawings to obtain the necessary permits from various governing authorities. Impeccable communication skills and a sense of urgency are required to respond to governing agencies and to make necessary changes.

In this role, you will be responsible for utilizing GIS/AutoCAD or similar systems in the facilitation of preparing permit submittals. Submittals must be prepared and tracked throughout the lifecycle of the permitting process. We are looking for detail-oriented candidates who seek long term growth with OUC.

OUC is an industry leader and the second largest municipal utility in Florida committed to innovation, sustainability, and our community. OUC’s mission is to provide exceptional value to our customers and community by delivering sustainable and reliable services and solutions.

Join a team of visionary Change Agents, Strategists, and Community Ambassadors who understand the vital role of diverse experiences in powering creativity and industry transformation. At OUC, each position contributes to the success and achievement of our goals.

The ideal candidate will have:

Responsibilities

Prepare accurate and comprehensive permit packages tailored to each project using AutoCAD or similar programs, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations

Monitor status and track permits through the permitting process, including applications acceptance, plan review, inspections, permit closure, and stakeholder updates

Communicate with local governing authorities to obtain necessary civil engineering plans to complete permit submittals (e.g., City of Orlando, Orange County, City of St. Cloud, Osceola County, Florida Department of Transportation, South Florida Water Management, Central Florida Expressway)

Notify governing authorities regarding proposed emergency work

Respond to comments from agencies and make changes to obtain permits

Create, maintain and update electrical and water drawings to obtain permits from various authorities

Create, review and edit detailed drawings, plans and maps using AutoCAD or similar programs

Record and manage documents to facilitate project progress

Export, archive and import drawing files for the Electric Water Delivery department

Conduct field investigations to locate and verify structures within OUC facilities

Coordinate data exchange with internal and external customers

Provide exceptional customer service to peers, OUC staff, field personnel, supervisory staff, and external stakeholders

Assist with creating CAD drawings for engineering personnel

Perform other duties as assigned

Technical Requirements

Working knowledge of civil engineering drawings, electrical and water facility diagrams, drawing standards, documentation and safety procedures

Software applications: AutoCAD, Autodesk Vault (drawing database), Footprints, ePets, Adobe, Google Maps

Familiarity with permitting processes, building and construction plans, and related policies and laws

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational and computer skills with ability to manage workflows and multitask

Ability to perform arithmetic computations and use Microsoft Office Suite

Education / Certification / Years of Experience

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational/Technical Certificate Coursework (Mechanical & Architectural Drafting, AutoCAD 1 & 2; Industrial Drafting & Design / Piping & Mechanical Design; Academic, Drafting & Design)

Minimum of three (3) years of CAD designing/drafting experience

Utility or construction permitting experience preferred

Special Training to be completed within one year of hire, including MOT Certified Courses, Defensive Driving, Autodesk Vault, ArcMap, Safety

Working Conditions This job is mostly performed in an office work environment without disagreeable conditions.

Physical Requirements This job requires constant detailed inspection/reading/English, frequent speaking and hearing, and very frequent typing, writing and sitting. It may involve frequent walking, repetitive motions, and operating machines or equipment. It may involve occasionally driving a company vehicle.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $24.29 - $30.36 hourly ($50,500 - $63,150 annually), commensurate with experience

Competitive compensation

Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits and paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period

Hybrid Retirement Program with cash balance, employer matching and health reimbursement account

Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time; paid parental leave

Educational Assistance Program including tuition reimbursement, professional membership, conference and training opportunities

Wellness incentives and free access to on-site fitness facilities

Paid conference and training opportunities; free downtown parking

Hybrid work schedule (where applicable)

Job Details Location: 6003 Pershing Ave. Orlando, FL 32822

EOE M/F/Vets/Disabled

Equal Employment Opportunity OUC–The Reliable One is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to recruiting, hiring, promoting, training, transferring, compensating, and administering all personnel actions without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information and any other factor prohibited under applicable federal, state, and local civil rights laws, rules, and regulations.

Senior level: Mid-Senior level | Employment type: Full-time | Job function: Engineering and Information Technology | Industries: Utilities

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