Hi Michael! Congratulations! That is awesome, such a wonderful opportunity with great learning opportunities as well. I am very happy for you and I truly appreciate your comment as well - thank you for sharing with us all. I am very sure you will do quite well, but please feel free to reach out if you ever have any questions. Be well and once again -- congratulations! Jose M
Thanks! I watched this video before I had an interview with a local city and it really helped me to know which skills And experience I had that I needed to highlight. I had school district front desk experience and a little estimating experience from a window film company but the city took a chance on my and gave me the job. So thank you again for your excellent video!!
Hello! Wow - it is an absolute pleasure to hear your success story, and I am thrilled that the information in the video helped with your interview preparation. Congratulations on landing the job! It sounds like your unique combinations of skills and experiences really stood out. It is stories like yours that inspire me to keep creating helpful content, so thank you for taking the time to share your awesome story with me! If there is every any specific questions, advice, or topics you’d like to see in future videos - especially now as you embark on this new journey, please let me know. I am always eager to learn more about what my viewers find useful. I also want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your Super Thanks. Your Support is greatly appreciated and motivates me to continue creating content. Wishing you the best of luck in your new role! If and when you find the time, feel free to update me on how it’s going - I’d love to hear about your experiences and future achievements. Thanks once again for being such an amazing part of this community!😎 Jose L. Martinez
Here are some example interview questions for the Permit Technician job: [START] - Describe your education, training and work experience and how it has prepared you for the position of Permit Technician? Tip: include relevant volunteer experience. - What have you done to prepare yourself for this position? - The Permit Technician is required to be detailed oriented. Please describe examples of your work experience where attention to detail was critical. - This position requires the ability to organize and prioritize your own workload while responding to the immediate needs and requests of others. Describe how you would stay on track with constant interruptions. - What types of reports have you worked on? - What are your strengths. What are your weaknesses? - Scenario: You are having a “bad day;” you spilled coffee on your clothes, your car wouldn’t start this morning. What would you do to keep your attitude positive and customer service oriented? - One of the goals of this department is to provide excellent customer service. What does this mean to you and how would you provide excellent customer service. - When explaining regulations, you often must deal with impatient or upset citizens. How would you handle an argumentative person while still conveying the necessary information? - If you had a disagreement with your supervisor (or coworker) how would you handle the situation? - Where do you see yourself in 5 years? - Why do you want to work for this organization? - Why do you think you are the best candidate for this position? - Can you name some of the building codes enforced by this agency? - What is a Building Permit? - Can you name some works that are exempt from building permits? Tip: See work exempt from building permits video. - What is the Occupancy Classification for a Single-Family Dwelling? Tip: R-3 [END] Finally, a lot of agencies are now relying heavily on technology; so, you may be asked how well you work with technology and to provide examples. I hope this helps you all. Please feel free to leave comments and/or feedback. Good luck!
Hi, Your videos are so helpful, I came looking for info about the permits process as we are encountering some hiccups in our very small project. Your calm voice and demeanor is very helpful and led me to listen to this one about Permit Technicians. I'm recently retired, but this career sounds so interesting, I wish I had known more about this sooner. Many thanks for the great channel and the important information you are providing.
Hello - thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your thoughts! I am glad to hear that the videos have been helpful to you during your project. It is always my goal to provide clear and useful information, and hearing that the content has made a difference is very rewarding. Also, it’s never too late to explore new interests, and it’s great to hear that you found the career of a Permit Technician intriguing, even in retirement (congratulations by the way). If you have any specific questions or need more information on the topic (or a topic), please don’t hesitate to ask. I’m always happy to help. Thanks again for your thoughtful comment. Wishing you the best of luck with your project and any new adventures you decide to embark on! Jose L. Martinez
Hello and thank you for very much for your comment. It gives me great pleasure to hear your feedback and I am very glad it helped. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any further questions. I am always happy to help. Take care and best of luck to you! - CBO
Thank You this was so helpful as I just had an interview for this job role but I was slightly offer for a different role with higher salary and still be a backup for the technician. Imagine that!
So let me get this straight... you interviewed for a permit tech job and not only did you get offered the job - but you also got offered a promotion and raise without even setting foot in the position?.... wow! It sounds like they were very impressed with you -- congratulations!! What a wonderful opportunity. I appreciate you letting me know, this is amazing and I am very happy for you. It sounds like you are quite the talent and if I can ask you for a favor, it would be to make great strides to serve the public and your colleagues well. Take care and never hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. Once again -- congratulations! Respectfully, Jose L. Martinez
That is very awesome - and congratulations! Fort Lauderdale should be a fantastic place to work and a wonderful learning experience! Not only does it appear construction is booming there - but in Fort Lauderdale there are a wide range of projects (new dwellings, high-rise, hotels etc.) that you will work on! “Never a dull moment” type of place. I believe Fort Lauderdale is under the Florida Building Code, which uses the International Building Code and the International Residential Code as the model code - therefore, some of my other videos should be of help; e.g., Work Exempt from Building Permits, Understanding a Building Permit Application, Sequence of Building Inspections. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have questions; and please stay tuned for future videos that could help! Let us know how things go for you -- take care!
Hello I applied at local city hall for Permit Tech . I been invited for an interview and I received an email saying : The city does participate in a behavioral based interview process, which means we are looking at past behavior to help predict future behavior. Therefore, it is a good idea to come with some very clear, descriptive examples of different work situations that you have had to handle or have been a part of. I would also suggest looking up the STAR interview method as that will help guide you in your response to the question. Any idea what kind of question to be expected. Previously I been working in retail . Will questions be related to my retail experience and situation I had with people?
Hello Kateryna. First - congratulations on being invited to interview, that is a great step forward. Clearly the agency liked what they saw on your application/resume; the interview will be a great opportunity for you to articulate your attributes and great lessons learned during your retail tenure and with that said - yes, the questions are scenario based and you absolutely should use your retail experience to provide examples, as it is very relevant to the permit tech position (customer service and can be fast paced; hence, stressful). Their email note can seem intimidating; however, is actually wonderful that they informed you about their approach in advance rather than you knowing about this at the interview --- right? This gives you time to prepare! Based on their interview approach, it seems to me they desire an individual who will treat their colleagues and the public/customers with the utmost respect; someone who has emotional intelligence; conflict resolution approach; accept responsibility for their actions and sees challenges as opportunities to learn and grow. They may ask how you handle disagreements with your boss/coworkers and to provide examples using past experience (and using the STAR method); also questions such as “tell us about a time when you went above and beyond for a customer or your colleagues, what was the situation and outcome - and would you do anything different? Were there any lessons learned? (using the STAR method); scenario based questions such as "your shift is about to end in 5 minutes and your colleague that is supposed to take over your shift called and said she will be a half-hour late, meanwhile - you have 5 customers in line and one is very upset, how would you handle a situation like that….?” Or provide past examples (if any). These are merely example questions; however, the premise of the questions that they ask should be similar. Often, if you have not experienced a situation they present, it is okay to respond with how you would handle a situation like that, or perhaps mention a closely related experience. The interviewers normally inform you of this during the interview. Also remember to turn any negative situation, or potential response, into a positive; so for example; Interviewer asks: What are some of your weaknesses? You: Public speaking is one; however, I am enrolled in public speaking courses and every chance I get to speak in groups, I am the first to volunteer.... That is one example of how you can turn a negative into a positive. I hope that makes sense. Now - I think it is awesome that you get to learn about the STAR interview method (if you didn’t know before), as this is probably the best approach to answer most interview questions, in my professional opinion. Responding to the interview question using the STAR approach will provide the interviewers with a window to your soul….. just kidding! But it will give them a good idea if you will be a great fit for the organization. Here is a great video that goes over the STAR technique, this guy also has other videos that can help you with interview techniques. Check it out! Link: ua-cam.com/video/uQEuo7woEEk/v-deo.html You will do well. Working retail is a great transition to this position and retail can be quite stressful - especially around the holidays, right? I’ve seen how black Fridays get... But all kidding aside - you’ll do great; stay positive and if it was meant to be, it shall be. Forgive my overly enthusiastic response. Please let me know how your interview goes, it sounds like you are interviewing with a great organization. Positive vibes to you. Jose M
Greetings - and may this message find you well! I truly appreciate you letting me know that the videos were of help to you, as it inspires me to keep rolling out content. I always say, the learning should never stop, with that - don’t hesitate to reach out if you ever have any questions. Take care and may you continue to experience success! - Jose M
Hello. Here are the books required: 2018 International Building Code® (Soft Cover) $192.00 2018 International Zoning Code® (Soft Cover) $53.75 Legal Aspects of Code Administration, 2017 Edition $52.25 Basic Code Enforcement Second Edition $58.25 As you can see, the tech study companion is not one of them. Here is the link to the exam catalogue where you can search the exam to find other sources of information. Link: www.iccsafe.org/certification-exam-catalog/ You can also browse the comments section of this video for other questions and answers that could be of help. Best of luck to you. Jose M
Hey Jose, I graduated with a double major in architecture. Became a building division intern and got permit technician certified early on. I'm almost a year in, but no job lets me get passed hr screening since they see I'm under a year and I get washed out? Any tips on application process? My end goal is a Building inspector. Currently planning on taking J1 California Residential inspector in a few months
Hi Brandon. Thank you for reaching out. Have you considered reaching out to the HR departments of the agencies you have applied to? Although not common, there is absolutely nothing wrong with reaching out to request a candid conversation with HR, in hopes they can inform you on what you may need in order to be considered for an opportunity. For what it’s worth, I have worked with some great HR staff who have offered career paths to candidates - when requested. Are you still a building division intern? If so, have you discussed your goals with the agency? As for the certification; unless you plan on living, and working, in California your entire life; I would advice on studying for the International Residential Code. The reason is that the California based certification is only recognized in California, whereas the International Residential Inspector Certification is recognized in all of US of A. Just a thought. I can provide better guidance if I understand a bit more about your background and the internship. If you desire, please feel free to contact me directly at jm.wboard@yahoo.com. Take care and look forward to connecting. Jose M.
@@CBO.online I appreciate your response. I have not tried reaching out to HR. When you mentioned that, did you mean to get in touch right after application submittal, or after rejection? I have a few reasons as to why I chose the California Inspector or international. First off, I have good relationships with the in house inspectors and plans examiners, so if I have questions then they can help me understand seeing as how they use the CRC on a daily basis. As well, since I don't plan on moving from California, studying the 2019 CRC would help me learn about the code that I would be following when I do become an inspector in California. My background. I've always wanted to be an architect since I was a little kid, however I used to think an Architect made the plans then was a construction supervisor. By highschool I realized they were just the designer. What that means is I was interested in designing plans, and also being in construction sites. I graduated from a gifted school with high honors, and then went onto college where I graduated Highest Honors and dean's list recipient for a double major in architecture. Architecture technology, and Architecture Studies. Before graduated I talked with one of my Architecture teachers about her other part time job as a plans examiner. And she helped me get into the job as a Paid intern in the building Division. My primary goal was the help our one permit technician since she's at an old age. And so rapidly my hours progressed from 3 hours daily to 8 since the C.B.O noticed that I caught on quickly and was backed up by my coworkers. A few months after I studied and passed the Permit Technician exam and so I began to look into job positions however I have not been able to make it to interviews or even under review by the CBO in those respective Cities. I keep getting stuck on the HR screening. I will however achieve my 1 year of experience in a month from now I've also been interested in being an Inspector and plan to be certified by April 1st, however I will be first taking the exam late February, early March.
@@brandondelgado6984 Hi Brandon. Congratulations on all your achievements; it seems you have accomplished quite a bit. Unfortunately, I am not sure I have the answer for you in terms of the HR screening and application process, as that is set by HR and often the Building Official of the agency. When I mentioned to get in touch with HR, I meant post interview after you are told you did not get the job - or interview; in fact, you may also reach out to the CBO of the agency; perhaps he/she can provide you guidance.
It also seems you are making great contributions at your current place of employment (internship), perhaps an opportunity could come up there; and, unless you’ve already done so, consider discussing your career ambitions with the CBO you work for. As ambitious as you are, you will do well. Take care, - Jose M
Thank you!! My interview with the City is this Tuesday. I am soo nervous, any advise? I am a permits/inpections coordinator for almost 8 years for a private company. Hopefully, that helps. Gracias por este video, es de mucha ayuda.
Thank you for reaching out, and congratulations on the opportunity to interview with the City! Most all people (me included) would feel the same, if we were in your shoes; It is completely normal to feel nervous before an interview. However, your background as a permits/inspections coordinator for 8 years is a significant advantage for you. Here are some tips to further help you prepare for your interview: 1. First, your 8 years experience as a permits/inspections coordinator is an important strength. During the interview, be sure to highlight your accomplishments and the responsibilities you've handled during your 8 years in your current role. 2. I highly advise you to read through the job description for the position you are interviewing for. Job descriptions are, often, the basis for the interview questions; also, so you can identify the responsibilities and qualifications that align with your expertise. This should also help you prepare to tell the panelists why you a strong fit. 3. Prepare for situational/behavioral based questions. Think about specific situations or challenges you have encountered in your current role and how you successfully managed those challenges. You may have heard about the STAR technique [Situation: what was the situation? Task: what was the task?, Action: what action did you take?, Result: what were the results of the action you took? The other two that may follow are; would you have done anything different? Or, what was the lesson learned?]. The STAR approach should help you successfully present the examples you provide. 4. Familiarize yourself with the City/department values, goals (mission statement) and look through the department website to learn about any recent projects or initiatives. Having this knowledge can show that you have done your homework and are genuinely interested in the organization. 5. At the end of the interview, there is a 99.99999% chance that you will be asked the proverbial: “Do you have any questions for us.” Be prepared with at least two insightful questions to ask the panelists. This shows your enthusiasm, but asking questions also helps evaluate if the organization you applied for, is the right fit for you. An example question you can ask is “Could you please provide some insights into what success looks like in this role? Their response should give you an idea of their expectations of you - but, it will also help you evaluate your fit, and allow you briefly inform them how you will hit the ground running. 6. I am positive you have come a long way in your career, and I am sure you have overcome many challenges. I highly encourage you to meditate on all your accomplishments and why you are well-suited for the position. Visualize yourself succeeding in the interview room. 7. Consider doing practice interviews with a friend or family member to get comfortable answering questions and fine tuning your responses. Finally, take abdominal breaths, speak confidently, and maintain eye contact. Do not forget that you have made it to the interview because the City recognizes your potential. Trust in your abilities, and believe that your experience will set you up for success. I hope this helps you. Please let me know how your interview goes and share your experience afterward. Rooting for your success! - Jose M
@@maribelrosa5730 You ARE in big trouble. Yikes… 😅Just kidding! Virtual interviews can be a new experience, but you’ll be fine. My advice to you: just like an in-person interview; prepare, dress professionally, make sure your background is neat and free of distractions - and, test your technology in advance! You absolutely don’t want to be troubleshooting your technology 5 minutes before the interview starts! Mucho stress… If you can, whatever virtual program they are using (zoom/teams etc.) download it tonight, send someone an invite and conduct a mock interview (there are example interview question I posted in the comment section that you can use). This will help you prepare, but also assure your tech is ready. Finally -- you’ll do great! Don’t forget that they invited - you - because they recognized your potential. 8 years of experience as a permits/inspections coordinator is rockstar status😎, IMO… take deep breath, stay confident and let your experience shine through. Keep us posted, I am sure many on this channel will also be rooting for you. Let me know if you have any specific questions or need more tips. - JM
I was working as a project management/permit coordinator for a chemical company. Focusing on environmental permitting and CEQA support working remote. I was making 38.50 an hour but got let go due to force reduction. What classes do you recommend so I can stay in this field?
I’m really sorry to hear about the job loss due to the force reduction. It's tough to go through that. It sounds like you've already got some solid experience in project management and environmental permitting. To enhance your skills and stay competitive in this field, consider taking courses that focus on the specifics of building codes and the permit process. Here are a few suggestions: 1. Building Codes and Standards - Look for courses that cover the most current California Building Codes and standards, as these are essential for a permit technician. 2. Plan Review Techniques - Courses that teach how to effectively review building plans can be invaluable. Even building plan basics. 3. Customer Service and Communication - These skills are crucial, especially when dealing with permit applicants and explaining complex regulations. 4. Software Training - Familiarize yourself with common industry software used in building departments for permit processing and tracking. Popular options include Accela, ProjectDox, Superion TRAKit, and Tyler Technologies (EnerGov). Keep in mind that jurisdictions typically use one of these platforms, not all, as they are provided by different vendors. 5. Construction Fundamentals - Gaining knowledge in basic construction principles, including mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems, will help you understand the terminology and processes you’ll encounter. You might find these courses at local community colleges, through professional building associations, or even online platforms that offer specialized training. Best of luck, and please let me know if you have any questions. JM
Im thinking about switching from my current career (architecture) to something in government. Ive realized that design isnt really my thing. However, im not really sure what kinds of promotion opportunities exist for permit techs. I like to know what my end goals can reasonably be before I make the change to a new career. Do you know what a Permit Tech can expect for possible promotions (example, promotion from permit tech to plans examiner. This may be a bad example, but I think it gets my point across)?
Hi, switching from architecture to a government role like a permit technician can be a great move - especially since your background in architecture will be highly beneficial. As a permit tech, there are several advancement opportunities you can look forward to. 1. Plans Examiner - With your architectural experience, moving from a permit technician to a plans examiner is a natural progression. 2. Building Inspector - Permit technicians often advance to become building inspectors. 3. Senior Permit Technician - There is also the potential to move into a more senior permit tech role, where you might oversee the permit department or train new techs. 4. Management Positions - Long-term, there are opportunities to move into management within building departments or related departments, managing teams, or even entire departments. 5. Building Official - Another significant advancement could be to a building official, where you would be responsible for overseeing the building, and (often) code enforcement divisions. This role often involves a strategic level of planning and interaction with other city departments. 6. Other Roles - Depending on your interests and additional qualifications, roles such as a fire code inspector or a Planner in the planning/zoning department might also be open to you. If I may add, changing careers can be a rewarding decision, and I completely understand your situation. I hope this information has been helpful to you. If you have any more questions or need further help, please don't hesitate to reach out directly at jm.wboard@yahoo.com. Best of luck with your career transition! Jose M
Hello thank you for the video I'm looking to change careers and I have an interest in becoming a permit technician and be certified.. I have zero experience and would like to know where do I start . what should I focus on first ?
It truly depends on your professional background and current skillsets. Focusing on basic construction terminology and basic blueprint reading is probably a good first start. The Construction Ambiance video in this channel has some terminology in video format that can give you an idea of some basic terminology, as well as the Building Permit Process & Requirements Video 1 & 2 - which provide an idea of what a permit technician should know about the permit process and agencies involved, amongst other items. In terms of certification, there is no mandate that you have to be a certified permit technician to land a job with an agency, unless it is specifically required by the agency job description. However, becoming certified does help your chances of getting the job. I would be more than happy to walk you through other specifics, if you want; feel free to reach out directly at jm.wboard@yahoo.com.
I have a written test coming up in the hiring process, says it’s job related questions to see if I’m right for the job, but no further details as for what’s on the test. Any advice?
Hi Lino. I’ve been tasked with creating one written test for a permit technician job back in 2015; therefore, what I can tell you is that not all written tests are the same. The good news is that they share some similarities in that the questions are based on the agency’s Job Description. As an example; one of the primary duties of a Permit Technician are to calculate building permit fees. Therefore, the Job Description will state (example): “Permit Technician calculates various valuations, plan check fees and permit fees.” So an example question would be: “Calculate the building permit fees for a waterheater permit with a valuation of $5,000,” and a follow up question would be “which department(s) would need to review the water heater permit?” The questions may be multiple choice and they may provide excerpts of their fee schedule for you to conduct the calculations. Often the fees are based on a percentage of the total value of the construction work (per the residential code section R108.3); often the fees are at a fixed rate (usually for minor permits such as waterheaters). Another possible question could be related to your understanding of blueprint reading. A Permit Technician usually conducts a low level review to assure; completeness of plans per the agency submittal requirements; with that said, I would advice you to become familiar with the Plan Submittal Requirements for the agency you applied for; but most importantly be prepared to know very basic plan reading such as: identifying location of sinks, toilets, wall legends (new walls v. walls to remain), identifying Title 24 Energy Compliance forms, locating the foundation on plan, locating electrical plan sheet, locating construction details. These are some possible basic examples. Lastly, they may ask questions related to referral of projects to internal and external agencies; such as… “name all internal and external agencies that would need to review the submittal of a new single-family dwelling.” I cover this information on the Permit Tech video. As I mentioned, the questions will be based on the Job Description’s Training, Duties and Qualifications required so take a look at it and if you want, feel free to send the job description to me (or the link), and I can provide a bit more insight. buildingcodebuddyonline@yahoo.com. Best of luck, you will do fine. Remember that if it was meant to be - it shall be. -- Jose M
Hello, my name is Jen, I use my husbands google account for posting. Just clarifying so you are aware who is asking. I am in the process of studying to take my permit tech ICC exam. My husband (Troy) is a Commercial Building Inspector. I am testing in early 2023 and ordered the 2021 IZC and corresponding books for the exam via the ICC site, however ALL of the study material available for passing the test is only for 2018. Will that be helpful for me to study and be able to pass the 2021 test? Or what’s the best course of action I should take? Should I test for the 2018 certification instead since that’s what all the study material is about? I Am in California btw. Please let me know your thoughts and opinions on this. I called ICC but got conflicting information. One says to take the 2021 test, the other says to just take the 2018 test, I’m so confused and don’t want to waste $290 if I’ll just have to take again or it won’t be useful. Thanks
Hello, Jen - thank you for asking such a great question! The ICC certification process is quite complex to comprehend. Here is my take: It truly does not matter which edition you test to (2018 or 2021); if you already purchased the 2021 materials, then you should study toward that edition of the exam. The only difference between testing to the 2018 exam v.s. the 2021 - is that by testing to the 2021, you will be studying the updates to the 2018 editions…. That is the only difference --- because in the end, the certification you attain will not indicate whether you took the test to the 2018 edition or the 2021; and in terms of employment, it also does not matter which edition of the exam you test to. You will do well, the permit technicians I have talked to (that took and passed the exam) have told me that the questions are based on definitions; a good portion also based on Chapter 1 (Scope and Administration) of the IBC, which is not that big of a chapter; but ultimately becoming familiar with where to find the information (contents in the chapters) - 60 questions, 2 hrs, open book… you go this! I hope this helps . Please do not hesitate to reach out if there are any additional questions. I am always happy to help. Be well and say hello to your husband, Troy. I knew a Troy not too long ago (great guy) and I am not sure if he is the same Troy I am thinking about. **Edit: I just looked at the ICC certification catalogue and one can actually take the exam under the 2015/2018 & 2021 editions, the drop-down box (that shows the year) has the options. - Jose M
@@CBO.online This was extremely helpful information!!! Thank you so much for taking the time out to help me out with it. I did find the drop down list, and am going to test for 2018 cause all the study materials available are in that year too.😊I’ll keep you posted when I test!!! Thanks again for all the great info, especially what to focus on as far as definitions and Chapter 1!
@@troynjen You are very welcome, I am always happy to help; and please do keep me posted, great news are always awesome to hear - and for the channel community as well. You'll do well. Take care. Jose M
Hi and thank you for asking; There is a "Building Officials Association of Florida" that offers permit tech training and an exam prep course. Here is the link: boaf.net/page/permittech The organization seems to be comprised of code officials and permit technicians from throughout Florida, so this would be the ideal organization to connect with. I hope this helps you and if you have any follow up questions, please do not hesitate to reach out again. Jose M.
Absolutely! People in their early 20’s are just a great and capable as people in any other age bracket. This profession has no age restrictions; and as long as the individual has a desire to help the people they will serve (the public), the willingness to learn new challenges and contribute to a team, people in their early 20’s have just as good of a chance of getting a job as a Permit Technician. Thank you for asking this question, and for your interest. Please do not hesitate to ask any questions you may have about the profession.
@@CBO.online thank you so much. I have a BA in geography and it’s been hard to find a job with it for where i’m at. But the city has an opening and I think it fits well with my degree. I just don’t have much work experience so that’s what’s scary to me.
@@iponnn5248 Hey, congrats! Attaining a BA is no easy task and it takes commitment and hard work. I am positive hiring managers acknowledge that, as well as take it into account. I can understand why you would feel that way; but understand that very often, cities will train the individual they feel is a good fit for their organization; which often boils down to personality and work ethics. The worst thing they can say is no; but when you get an opportunity to interview it means you have a great chance, and it means they are willing to mentor you. For what it’s worth. Before I got an opportunity in this profession, I had absolutely no experience in building inspections - not even one certification! And I will not even begin to tell you how the interview went, but I can tell you that it was an embarrassing nightmare for me. But guess what… I ended up getting an opportunity! My point is, I could have let the intimidation factor and doubt get the best of me and not apply, but I figured I’d give it my best and if it was meant to be - it will be… and here I am today with the expertise to help the people I serve. Give it your best and apply -- and please let us know how things go for you. Sincerely, - CBO
Hi I hope you’re doing well. So I applied and I took a computerized test, and I got an email that I scored in the top 30% and will be moving on to the next hiring step which is an interview. If it’s not too much too ask, do you have any tips for the interview?
Just got a job offer from Kansas City to be a Permit Technician, this video helped with my interview, thanks!
Hi Michael! Congratulations! That is awesome, such a wonderful opportunity with great learning opportunities as well. I am very happy for you and I truly appreciate your comment as well - thank you for sharing with us all. I am very sure you will do quite well, but please feel free to reach out if you ever have any questions.
Be well and once again -- congratulations!
Jose M
Thanks! I watched this video before I had an interview with a local city and it really helped me to know which skills
And experience I had that I needed to highlight. I had school district front desk experience and a little estimating experience from a window film company but the city took a chance on my and gave me the job. So thank you again for your excellent video!!
Hello! Wow - it is an absolute pleasure to hear your success story, and I am thrilled that the information in the video helped with your interview preparation. Congratulations on landing the job! It sounds like your unique combinations of skills and experiences really stood out.
It is stories like yours that inspire me to keep creating helpful content, so thank you for taking the time to share your awesome story with me! If there is every any specific questions, advice, or topics you’d like to see in future videos - especially now as you embark on this new journey, please let me know. I am always eager to learn more about what my viewers find useful.
I also want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your Super Thanks. Your Support is greatly appreciated and motivates me to continue creating content.
Wishing you the best of luck in your new role! If and when you find the time, feel free to update me on how it’s going - I’d love to hear about your experiences and future achievements. Thanks once again for being such an amazing part of this community!😎
Jose L. Martinez
Here are some example interview questions for the Permit Technician job:
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- Describe your education, training and work experience and how it has prepared you for the position of Permit Technician? Tip: include relevant volunteer experience.
- What have you done to prepare yourself for this position?
- The Permit Technician is required to be detailed oriented. Please describe examples of your work experience where attention to detail was critical.
- This position requires the ability to organize and prioritize your own workload while responding to the immediate needs and requests of others. Describe how you would stay on track with constant interruptions.
- What types of reports have you worked on?
- What are your strengths. What are your weaknesses?
- Scenario: You are having a “bad day;” you spilled coffee on your clothes, your car wouldn’t start this morning. What would you do to keep your attitude positive and customer service oriented?
- One of the goals of this department is to provide excellent customer service. What does this mean to you and how would you provide excellent customer service.
- When explaining regulations, you often must deal with impatient or upset citizens. How would you handle an argumentative person while still conveying the necessary information?
- If you had a disagreement with your supervisor (or coworker) how would you handle the situation?
- Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
- Why do you want to work for this organization?
- Why do you think you are the best candidate for this position?
- Can you name some of the building codes enforced by this agency?
- What is a Building Permit?
- Can you name some works that are exempt from building permits? Tip: See work exempt from building permits video.
- What is the Occupancy Classification for a Single-Family Dwelling? Tip: R-3
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Finally, a lot of agencies are now relying heavily on technology; so, you may be asked how well you work with technology and to provide examples.
I hope this helps you all. Please feel free to leave comments and/or feedback.
Good luck!
This is awesome, thank you!
@@calebalvarado5093 You are welcome! Thanks for checking out the content. Let me know if you have any questions.
Hi, Your videos are so helpful, I came looking for info about the permits process as we are encountering some hiccups in our very small project. Your calm voice and demeanor is very helpful and led me to listen to this one about Permit Technicians. I'm recently retired, but this career sounds so interesting, I wish I had known more about this sooner. Many thanks for the great channel and the important information you are providing.
Hello - thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your thoughts! I am glad to hear that the videos have been helpful to you during your project. It is always my goal to provide clear and useful information, and hearing that the content has made a difference is very rewarding.
Also, it’s never too late to explore new interests, and it’s great to hear that you found the career of a Permit Technician intriguing, even in retirement (congratulations by the way).
If you have any specific questions or need more information on the topic (or a topic), please don’t hesitate to ask. I’m always happy to help.
Thanks again for your thoughtful comment. Wishing you the best of luck with your project and any new adventures you decide to embark on!
Jose L. Martinez
This was a such a great video, it was exactly what I was looking for. Thank you for the information!
Hello and thank you for very much for your comment. It gives me great pleasure to hear your feedback and I am very glad it helped. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any further questions. I am always happy to help. Take care and best of luck to you!
- CBO
Thank You this was so helpful as I just had an interview for this job role but I was slightly offer for a different role with higher salary and still be a backup for the technician. Imagine that!
So let me get this straight... you interviewed for a permit tech job and not only did you get offered the job - but you also got offered a promotion and raise without even setting foot in the position?.... wow!
It sounds like they were very impressed with you -- congratulations!! What a wonderful opportunity.
I appreciate you letting me know, this is amazing and I am very happy for you.
It sounds like you are quite the talent and if I can ask you for a favor, it would be to make great strides to serve the public and your colleagues well.
Take care and never hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.
Once again -- congratulations!
Respectfully,
Jose L. Martinez
I just applied to City of Fort Lauderdale for Permit Technician.
That is very awesome - and congratulations! Fort Lauderdale should be a fantastic place to work and a wonderful learning experience! Not only does it appear construction is booming there - but in Fort Lauderdale there are a wide range of projects (new dwellings, high-rise, hotels etc.) that you will work on! “Never a dull moment” type of place. I believe Fort Lauderdale is under the Florida Building Code, which uses the International Building Code and the International Residential Code as the model code - therefore, some of my other videos should be of help; e.g., Work Exempt from Building Permits, Understanding a Building Permit Application, Sequence of Building Inspections. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have questions; and please stay tuned for future videos that could help! Let us know how things go for you -- take care!
How do you like the job
@@mightyzane5400 I didn't work in Ft. Lauderdale. I am in a better city which is close to the Atlantic Ocean and I love it. 😁
@@deluxe1668 glad to hear your experience is great
Hello I applied at local city hall for Permit Tech . I been invited for an interview and I received an email saying : The city does participate in a behavioral based interview process, which means we are looking at past behavior to help predict future behavior. Therefore, it is a good idea to come with some very clear, descriptive examples of different work situations that you have had to handle or have been a part of. I would also suggest looking up the STAR interview method as that will help guide you in your response to the question. Any idea what kind of question to be expected. Previously I been working in retail . Will questions be related to my retail experience and situation I had with people?
Hello Kateryna. First - congratulations on being invited to interview, that is a great step forward. Clearly the agency liked what they saw on your application/resume; the interview will be a great opportunity for you to articulate your attributes and great lessons learned during your retail tenure and with that said - yes, the questions are scenario based and you absolutely should use your retail experience to provide examples, as it is very relevant to the permit tech position (customer service and can be fast paced; hence, stressful).
Their email note can seem intimidating; however, is actually wonderful that they informed you about their approach in advance rather than you knowing about this at the interview --- right? This gives you time to prepare!
Based on their interview approach, it seems to me they desire an individual who will treat their colleagues and the public/customers with the utmost respect; someone who has emotional intelligence; conflict resolution approach; accept responsibility for their actions and sees challenges as opportunities to learn and grow.
They may ask how you handle disagreements with your boss/coworkers and to provide examples using past experience (and using the STAR method); also questions such as “tell us about a time when you went above and beyond for a customer or your colleagues, what was the situation and outcome - and would you do anything different? Were there any lessons learned? (using the STAR method); scenario based questions such as "your shift is about to end in 5 minutes and your colleague that is supposed to take over your shift called and said she will be a half-hour late, meanwhile - you have 5 customers in line and one is very upset, how would you handle a situation like that….?” Or provide past examples (if any). These are merely example questions; however, the premise of the questions that they ask should be similar. Often, if you have not experienced a situation they present, it is okay to respond with how you would handle a situation like that, or perhaps mention a closely related experience. The interviewers normally inform you of this during the interview.
Also remember to turn any negative situation, or potential response, into a positive; so for example;
Interviewer asks: What are some of your weaknesses?
You: Public speaking is one; however, I am enrolled in public speaking courses and every chance I get to speak in groups, I am the first to volunteer....
That is one example of how you can turn a negative into a positive. I hope that makes sense.
Now - I think it is awesome that you get to learn about the STAR interview method (if you didn’t know before), as this is probably the best approach to answer most interview questions, in my professional opinion. Responding to the interview question using the STAR approach will provide the interviewers with a window to your soul….. just kidding! But it will give them a good idea if you will be a great fit for the organization. Here is a great video that goes over the STAR technique, this guy also has other videos that can help you with interview techniques. Check it out! Link: ua-cam.com/video/uQEuo7woEEk/v-deo.html
You will do well. Working retail is a great transition to this position and retail can be quite stressful - especially around the holidays, right? I’ve seen how black Fridays get... But all kidding aside - you’ll do great; stay positive and if it was meant to be, it shall be. Forgive my overly enthusiastic response.
Please let me know how your interview goes, it sounds like you are interviewing with a great organization.
Positive vibes to you.
Jose M
Thank you so much for all your videos ! You helped me understand so much ! Thank you!!!!!
Greetings - and may this message find you well! I truly appreciate you letting me know that the videos were of help to you, as it inspires me to keep rolling out content. I always say, the learning should never stop, with that - don’t hesitate to reach out if you ever have any questions.
Take care and may you continue to experience success!
- Jose M
Hi I’m looking into becoming a permit technician is there any way you can list the books I need to buy? Is the tech study companion one of them?
Hello. Here are the books required:
2018 International Building Code® (Soft Cover) $192.00
2018 International Zoning Code® (Soft Cover) $53.75
Legal Aspects of Code Administration, 2017 Edition $52.25
Basic Code Enforcement Second Edition $58.25
As you can see, the tech study companion is not one of them. Here is the link to the exam catalogue where you can search the exam to find other sources of information. Link: www.iccsafe.org/certification-exam-catalog/
You can also browse the comments section of this video for other questions and answers that could be of help. Best of luck to you.
Jose M
Hey Jose, I graduated with a double major in architecture. Became a building division intern and got permit technician certified early on. I'm almost a year in, but no job lets me get passed hr screening since they see I'm under a year and I get washed out? Any tips on application process? My end goal is a Building inspector. Currently planning on taking J1 California Residential inspector in a few months
Hi Brandon. Thank you for reaching out. Have you considered reaching out to the HR departments of the agencies you have applied to? Although not common, there is absolutely nothing wrong with reaching out to request a candid conversation with HR, in hopes they can inform you on what you may need in order to be considered for an opportunity. For what it’s worth, I have worked with some great HR staff who have offered career paths to candidates - when requested. Are you still a building division intern? If so, have you discussed your goals with the agency?
As for the certification; unless you plan on living, and working, in California your entire life; I would advice on studying for the International Residential Code. The reason is that the California based certification is only recognized in California, whereas the International Residential Inspector Certification is recognized in all of US of A. Just a thought.
I can provide better guidance if I understand a bit more about your background and the internship. If you desire, please feel free to contact me directly at jm.wboard@yahoo.com.
Take care and look forward to connecting.
Jose M.
@@CBO.online I appreciate your response. I have not tried reaching out to HR. When you mentioned that, did you mean to get in touch right after application submittal, or after rejection?
I have a few reasons as to why I chose the California Inspector or international. First off, I have good relationships with the in house inspectors and plans examiners, so if I have questions then they can help me understand seeing as how they use the CRC on a daily basis. As well, since I don't plan on moving from California, studying the 2019 CRC would help me learn about the code that I would be following when I do become an inspector in California.
My background. I've always wanted to be an architect since I was a little kid, however I used to think an Architect made the plans then was a construction supervisor. By highschool I realized they were just the designer. What that means is I was interested in designing plans, and also being in construction sites. I graduated from a gifted school with high honors, and then went onto college where I graduated Highest Honors and dean's list recipient for a double major in architecture. Architecture technology, and Architecture Studies. Before graduated I talked with one of my Architecture teachers about her other part time job as a plans examiner. And she helped me get into the job as a Paid intern in the building Division. My primary goal was the help our one permit technician since she's at an old age. And so rapidly my hours progressed from 3 hours daily to 8 since the C.B.O noticed that I caught on quickly and was backed up by my coworkers. A few months after I studied and passed the Permit Technician exam and so I began to look into job positions however I have not been able to make it to interviews or even under review by the CBO in those respective Cities. I keep getting stuck on the HR screening. I will however achieve my 1 year of experience in a month from now I've also been interested in being an Inspector and plan to be certified by April 1st, however I will be first taking the exam late February, early March.
@@brandondelgado6984 Hi Brandon. Congratulations on all your achievements; it seems you have accomplished quite a bit.
Unfortunately, I am not sure I have the answer for you in terms of the HR screening and application process, as that is set by HR and often the Building Official of the agency. When I mentioned to get in touch with HR, I meant post interview after you are told you did not get the job - or interview; in fact, you may also reach out to the CBO of the agency; perhaps he/she can provide you guidance.
It also seems you are making great contributions at your current place of employment (internship), perhaps an opportunity could come up there; and, unless you’ve already done so, consider discussing your career ambitions with the CBO you work for.
As ambitious as you are, you will do well.
Take care,
- Jose M
Thank you!! My interview with the City is this Tuesday. I am soo nervous, any advise? I am a permits/inpections coordinator for almost 8 years for a private company. Hopefully, that helps. Gracias por este video, es de mucha ayuda.
Thank you for reaching out, and congratulations on the opportunity to interview with the City! Most all people (me included) would feel the same, if we were in your shoes; It is completely normal to feel nervous before an interview. However, your background as a permits/inspections coordinator for 8 years is a significant advantage for you.
Here are some tips to further help you prepare for your interview:
1. First, your 8 years experience as a permits/inspections coordinator is an important strength. During the interview, be sure to highlight your accomplishments and the responsibilities you've handled during your 8 years in your current role.
2. I highly advise you to read through the job description for the position you are interviewing for. Job descriptions are, often, the basis for the interview questions; also, so you can identify the responsibilities and qualifications that align with your expertise. This should also help you prepare to tell the panelists why you a strong fit.
3. Prepare for situational/behavioral based questions. Think about specific situations or challenges you have encountered in your current role and how you successfully managed those challenges. You may have heard about the STAR technique [Situation: what was the situation? Task: what was the task?, Action: what action did you take?, Result: what were the results of the action you took? The other two that may follow are; would you have done anything different? Or, what was the lesson learned?]. The STAR approach should help you successfully present the examples you provide.
4. Familiarize yourself with the City/department values, goals (mission statement) and look through the department website to learn about any recent projects or initiatives. Having this knowledge can show that you have done your homework and are genuinely interested in the organization.
5. At the end of the interview, there is a 99.99999% chance that you will be asked the proverbial: “Do you have any questions for us.” Be prepared with at least two insightful questions to ask the panelists. This shows your enthusiasm, but asking questions also helps evaluate if the organization you applied for, is the right fit for you. An example question you can ask is “Could you please provide some insights into what success looks like in this role? Their response should give you an idea of their expectations of you - but, it will also help you evaluate your fit, and allow you briefly inform them how you will hit the ground running.
6. I am positive you have come a long way in your career, and I am sure you have overcome many challenges. I highly encourage you to meditate on all your accomplishments and why you are well-suited for the position. Visualize yourself succeeding in the interview room.
7. Consider doing practice interviews with a friend or family member to get comfortable answering questions and fine tuning your responses.
Finally, take abdominal breaths, speak confidently, and maintain eye contact. Do not forget that you have made it to the interview because the City recognizes your potential. Trust in your abilities, and believe that your experience will set you up for success.
I hope this helps you. Please let me know how your interview goes and share your experience afterward.
Rooting for your success!
- Jose M
Thank you! I appreciate the advice. I will let you how it goes.
I am preparing myself for the interview and just found out that it will be VIRTUAL! This will be my first virtual interview... I am in trouble.
@@maribelrosa5730 You ARE in big trouble. Yikes…
😅Just kidding! Virtual interviews can be a new experience, but you’ll be fine. My advice to you: just like an in-person interview; prepare, dress professionally, make sure your background is neat and free of distractions - and, test your technology in advance! You absolutely don’t want to be troubleshooting your technology 5 minutes before the interview starts! Mucho stress… If you can, whatever virtual program they are using (zoom/teams etc.) download it tonight, send someone an invite and conduct a mock interview (there are example interview question I posted in the comment section that you can use). This will help you prepare, but also assure your tech is ready.
Finally -- you’ll do great! Don’t forget that they invited - you - because they recognized your potential. 8 years of experience as a permits/inspections coordinator is rockstar status😎, IMO… take deep breath, stay confident and let your experience shine through. Keep us posted, I am sure many on this channel will also be rooting for you. Let me know if you have any specific questions or need more tips.
- JM
I was working as a project management/permit coordinator for a chemical company. Focusing on environmental permitting and CEQA support working remote. I was making 38.50 an hour but got let go due to force reduction. What classes do you recommend so I can stay in this field?
I’m really sorry to hear about the job loss due to the force reduction. It's tough to go through that.
It sounds like you've already got some solid experience in project management and environmental permitting. To enhance your skills and stay competitive in this field, consider taking courses that focus on the specifics of building codes and the permit process. Here are a few suggestions:
1. Building Codes and Standards - Look for courses that cover the most current California Building Codes and standards, as these are essential for a permit technician.
2. Plan Review Techniques - Courses that teach how to effectively review building plans can be invaluable. Even building plan basics.
3. Customer Service and Communication - These skills are crucial, especially when dealing with permit applicants and explaining complex regulations.
4. Software Training - Familiarize yourself with common industry software used in building departments for permit processing and tracking. Popular options include Accela, ProjectDox, Superion TRAKit, and Tyler Technologies (EnerGov). Keep in mind that jurisdictions typically use one of these platforms, not all, as they are provided by different vendors.
5. Construction Fundamentals - Gaining knowledge in basic construction principles, including mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems, will help you understand the terminology and processes you’ll encounter.
You might find these courses at local community colleges, through professional building associations, or even online platforms that offer specialized training. Best of luck, and please let me know if you have any questions.
JM
Im thinking about switching from my current career (architecture) to something in government. Ive realized that design isnt really my thing. However, im not really sure what kinds of promotion opportunities exist for permit techs. I like to know what my end goals can reasonably be before I make the change to a new career. Do you know what a Permit Tech can expect for possible promotions (example, promotion from permit tech to plans examiner. This may be a bad example, but I think it gets my point across)?
Hi, switching from architecture to a government role like a permit technician can be a great move - especially since your background in architecture will be highly beneficial. As a permit tech, there are several advancement opportunities you can look forward to.
1. Plans Examiner - With your architectural experience, moving from a permit technician to a plans examiner is a natural progression.
2. Building Inspector - Permit technicians often advance to become building inspectors.
3. Senior Permit Technician - There is also the potential to move into a more senior permit tech role, where you might oversee the permit department or train new techs.
4. Management Positions - Long-term, there are opportunities to move into management within building departments or related departments, managing teams, or even entire departments.
5. Building Official - Another significant advancement could be to a building official, where you would be responsible for overseeing the building, and (often) code enforcement divisions. This role often involves a strategic level of planning and interaction with other city departments.
6. Other Roles - Depending on your interests and additional qualifications, roles such as a fire code inspector or a Planner in the planning/zoning department might also be open to you.
If I may add, changing careers can be a rewarding decision, and I completely understand your situation. I hope this information has been helpful to you. If you have any more questions or need further help, please don't hesitate to reach out directly at jm.wboard@yahoo.com.
Best of luck with your career transition!
Jose M
Hello thank you for the video I'm looking to change careers and I have an interest in becoming a permit technician and be certified.. I have zero experience and would like to know where do I start . what should I focus on first ?
It truly depends on your professional background and current skillsets. Focusing on basic construction terminology and basic blueprint reading is probably a good first start. The Construction Ambiance video in this channel has some terminology in video format that can give you an idea of some basic terminology, as well as the Building Permit Process & Requirements Video 1 & 2 - which provide an idea of what a permit technician should know about the permit process and agencies involved, amongst other items. In terms of certification, there is no mandate that you have to be a certified permit technician to land a job with an agency, unless it is specifically required by the agency job description. However, becoming certified does help your chances of getting the job. I would be more than happy to walk you through other specifics, if you want; feel free to reach out directly at jm.wboard@yahoo.com.
@@CBO.online thank you for your help I appreciate it I will reach out to you.
I have a written test coming up in the hiring process, says it’s job related questions to see if I’m right for the job, but no further details as for what’s on the test. Any advice?
Hi Lino. I’ve been tasked with creating one written test for a permit technician job back in 2015; therefore, what I can tell you is that not all written tests are the same. The good news is that they share some similarities in that the questions are based on the agency’s Job Description.
As an example; one of the primary duties of a Permit Technician are to calculate building permit fees. Therefore, the Job Description will state (example): “Permit Technician calculates various valuations, plan check fees and permit fees.”
So an example question would be:
“Calculate the building permit fees for a waterheater permit with a valuation of $5,000,” and a follow up question would be “which department(s) would need to review the water heater permit?”
The questions may be multiple choice and they may provide excerpts of their fee schedule for you to conduct the calculations. Often the fees are based on a percentage of the total value of the construction work (per the residential code section R108.3); often the fees are at a fixed rate (usually for minor permits such as waterheaters).
Another possible question could be related to your understanding of blueprint reading. A Permit Technician usually conducts a low level review to assure; completeness of plans per the agency submittal requirements; with that said, I would advice you to become familiar with the Plan Submittal Requirements for the agency you applied for; but most importantly be prepared to know very basic plan reading such as: identifying location of sinks, toilets, wall legends (new walls v. walls to remain), identifying Title 24 Energy Compliance forms, locating the foundation on plan, locating electrical plan sheet, locating construction details. These are some possible basic examples.
Lastly, they may ask questions related to referral of projects to internal and external agencies; such as… “name all internal and external agencies that would need to review the submittal of a new single-family dwelling.” I cover this information on the Permit Tech video.
As I mentioned, the questions will be based on the Job Description’s Training, Duties and Qualifications required so take a look at it and if you want, feel free to send the job description to me (or the link), and I can provide a bit more insight. buildingcodebuddyonline@yahoo.com.
Best of luck, you will do fine. Remember that if it was meant to be - it shall be.
-- Jose M
Hello, my name is Jen, I use my husbands google account for posting. Just clarifying so you are aware who is asking. I am in the process of studying to take my permit tech ICC exam. My husband (Troy) is a Commercial Building Inspector. I am testing in early 2023 and ordered the 2021 IZC and corresponding books for the exam via the ICC site, however ALL of the study material available for passing the test is only for 2018. Will that be helpful for me to study and be able to pass the 2021 test? Or what’s the best course of action I should take? Should I test for the 2018 certification instead since that’s what all the study material is about? I Am in California btw. Please let me know your thoughts and opinions on this. I called ICC but got conflicting information. One says to take the 2021 test, the other says to just take the 2018 test, I’m so confused and don’t want to waste $290 if I’ll just have to take again or it won’t be useful. Thanks
Hello, Jen - thank you for asking such a great question! The ICC certification process is quite complex to comprehend.
Here is my take: It truly does not matter which edition you test to (2018 or 2021); if you already purchased the 2021 materials, then you should study toward that edition of the exam.
The only difference between testing to the 2018 exam v.s. the 2021 - is that by testing to the 2021, you will be studying the updates to the 2018 editions…. That is the only difference --- because in the end, the certification you attain will not indicate whether you took the test to the 2018 edition or the 2021; and in terms of employment, it also does not matter which edition of the exam you test to.
You will do well, the permit technicians I have talked to (that took and passed the exam) have told me that the questions are based on definitions; a good portion also based on Chapter 1 (Scope and Administration) of the IBC, which is not that big of a chapter; but ultimately becoming familiar with where to find the information (contents in the chapters) - 60 questions, 2 hrs, open book… you go this!
I hope this helps . Please do not hesitate to reach out if there are any additional questions. I am always happy to help.
Be well and say hello to your husband, Troy. I knew a Troy not too long ago (great guy) and I am not sure if he is the same Troy I am thinking about.
**Edit: I just looked at the ICC certification catalogue and one can actually take the exam under the 2015/2018 & 2021 editions, the drop-down box (that shows the year) has the options.
- Jose M
@@CBO.online
This was extremely helpful information!!! Thank you so much for taking the time out to help me out with it. I did find the drop down list, and am going to test for 2018 cause all the study materials available are in that year too.😊I’ll keep you posted when I test!!! Thanks again for all the great info, especially what to focus on as far as definitions and Chapter 1!
@@troynjen You are very welcome, I am always happy to help; and please do keep me posted, great news are always awesome to hear - and for the channel community as well.
You'll do well.
Take care.
Jose M
How can I get the ICC Permit Technician Certificate in Florida?
Hi and thank you for asking; There is a "Building Officials Association of Florida" that offers permit tech training and an exam prep course. Here is the link: boaf.net/page/permittech
The organization seems to be comprised of code officials and permit technicians from throughout Florida, so this would be the ideal organization to connect with.
I hope this helps you and if you have any follow up questions, please do not hesitate to reach out again.
Jose M.
Thanks
You are quite welcome. Please let me know if you have any questions. Take care.
Would people in their early 20’s be good for this job?
Absolutely! People in their early 20’s are just a great and capable as people in any other age bracket. This profession has no age restrictions; and as long as the individual has a desire to help the people they will serve (the public), the willingness to learn new challenges and contribute to a team, people in their early 20’s have just as good of a chance of getting a job as a Permit Technician.
Thank you for asking this question, and for your interest. Please do not hesitate to ask any questions you may have about the profession.
@@CBO.online thank you so much. I have a BA in geography and it’s been hard to find a job with it for where i’m at. But the city has an opening and I think it fits well with my degree. I just don’t have much work experience so that’s what’s scary to me.
@@iponnn5248 Hey, congrats! Attaining a BA is no easy task and it takes commitment and hard work. I am positive hiring managers acknowledge that, as well as take it into account.
I can understand why you would feel that way; but understand that very often, cities will train the individual they feel is a good fit for their organization; which often boils down to personality and work ethics. The worst thing they can say is no; but when you get an opportunity to interview it means you have a great chance, and it means they are willing to mentor you.
For what it’s worth. Before I got an opportunity in this profession, I had absolutely no experience in building inspections - not even one certification! And I will not even begin to tell you how the interview went, but I can tell you that it was an embarrassing nightmare for me. But guess what… I ended up getting an opportunity! My point is, I could have let the intimidation factor and doubt get the best of me and not apply, but I figured I’d give it my best and if it was meant to be - it will be… and here I am today with the expertise to help the people I serve.
Give it your best and apply -- and please let us know how things go for you.
Sincerely,
- CBO
@@CBO.online that’s exactly what i needed to hear. Thank you so so much for your words of wisdom and support! I will let you know how it goes 😊😊
Hi I hope you’re doing well. So I applied and I took a computerized test, and I got an email that I scored in the top 30% and will be moving on to the next hiring step which is an interview. If it’s not too much too ask, do you have any tips for the interview?