- Salary
- $62k – $78k/yr
- Location
- Arcadia CA 91007, CA, CA, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- IT
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
ABOUT ARCADIA
Arcadia is a charming, family-oriented community with a population of just over 57,000. Located 13 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, regional transportation networks like the Metro A Line connect Arcadia as a premier residential, shopping, and entertainment destination in the San Gabriel Valley. Arcadia is known for its top-rated schools, iconic landmarks, and serene neighborhoods. Arcadia is an award-winning community having been twice named as the best City in California in which to raise kids and has been recognized as a premiere business friendly City in Los Angeles County.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The City of Arcadia is seeking a professional, customer-focused Building Technician I/II to join the Development Services Department. As the public face of the Building & Safety Division, this position plays a vital role in delivering exceptional customer service by assisting residents, contractors, and design professionals with the building permit process, answering questions at the public counter, routing construction plans for review, and issuing permits in accordance with established procedures.
The ideal candidate is a people-oriented professional who enjoys working with the public and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Successful candidates will possess excellent communication and customer service skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to quickly learn and navigate new software applications. Experience with permit tracking software, prior Permit Technician experience, or the ability to read and interpret construction plans is beneficial, but not required.
WHAT WE OFFER
The City of Arcadia is seeking a professional, customer-focused Building Technician I/II to join the Development Services Department. As the public face of the Building & Safety Division, this position plays a vital role in delivering exceptional customer service by assisting residents, contractors, and design professionals with the building permit process, answering questions at the public counter, routing construction plans for review, and issuing permits in accordance with established procedures.
The ideal candidate is a people-oriented professional who enjoys working with the public and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Successful candidates will possess excellent communication and customer service skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to quickly learn and navigate new software applications. Experience with permit tracking software, prior Permit Technician experience, or the ability to read and interpret construction plans is beneficial, but not required.
WHAT WE OFFER
CalPERS retirement plan
Three tier monthly benefit allowance of up to:
$866 Employee only coverage
$1,400 Employee +1 coverage
$1,800 Family Coverage
City paid Vision Plan for employee and family
City paid Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long-Term Disability
- Bilingual pay
- Longevity pay
- Tuition reimbursement/advancement upon the completion of probationary period
Note Regarding Salary: Newly hired candidates typically start at the first step of the salary range (Step A); however, a higher step within the salary range may be negotiated based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and skillset.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS AND IMPORTANT DATES
Application Submission Deadline: Application filing period will close at 11:59 PM on Thursday, August 20, 2026.
Qualifications Appraisal Interviews (100%): Wednesday, September 2, 2026 (Tentative)
DEFINITION
Building Technician I:
Under general supervision to perform a wide variety of technical, administrative, and clerical duties in support of Building Services; to accept and conduct a preliminary review of applications for compliance with State and Federal building codes and City ordinances for permit issuance; to review required workers' compensation requirements and contractors' licenses; to perform responsible work involving the issuance of a variety of permits; to provide information concerning building regulations; to maintain and enhance permit tracking software and technology, and to process plan check submittals for residential additions, alterations, and issue building permits for all building construction within the City. To learn more about this position, the responsibilities it entails, any necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as the minimum qualifications, please click here.
Building Technician I:
Under general supervision to perform a wide variety of technical, administrative, and clerical duties in support of Building Services; to accept and conduct a preliminary review of applications for compliance with State and Federal building codes and City ordinances for permit issuance; to review required workers' compensation requirements and contractors' licenses; to perform responsible work involving the issuance of a variety of permits; to provide information concerning building regulations; to maintain and enhance permit tracking software and technology, and to process plan check submittals for residential additions, alterations, and issue building permits for all building construction within the City. To learn more about this position, the responsibilities it entails, any necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as the minimum qualifications, please click here.
- Salary: $62,412.00 - $77,892.00 Annually
Building Technician II:
Under general direction, to perform a wide variety of technical, administrative, and clerical duties in support of Building Services; to accept and conduct a preliminary review of applications for compliance with State and Federal building codes and City ordinances for permit issuance; to review required workers' compensation requirements and contractors' licenses; to perform responsible work involving the issuance of a variety of permits; to provide information concerning building regulations; to maintain and enhance permit tracking software and technology, and to process plan check submittals for residential additions, alterations, and issue building permits for all building construction within the City. To learn more about this position, the responsibilities it entails, any necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as the minimum qualifications, please click here.
- Salary: $68,844.00 - $85,956.00 Annually
BUILDING TECHNICIAN I:
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the entry level in the Building Technician class series. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the Building Technician II level, but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgement in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. Since this class is often used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Exercises no supervision.
EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the entry level in the Building Technician class series. Positions at this level usually perform most of the duties required of the positions at the Building Technician II level, but are not expected to function at the same skill level and usually exercise less independent discretion and judgement in matters related to work procedures and methods. Work is usually supervised while in progress and fits an established structure or pattern. Exceptions or changes in procedures are explained in detail as they arise. Since this class is often used as a training class, employees may have only limited or no directly related work experience.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Exercises no supervision.
EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Perform a variety of technical, administrative, and clerical tasks in support of assigned office functions; prepare, type, word process, and proofread a variety of documents including general correspondence, memoranda, and related material; maintain records; prepare reports; operate standard office equipment including copier, telephone, computer terminal; receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail; maintain stock of office supplies; prepare requisitions and purchase orders.
- Confer with homeowners, builders, engineers, and architects; answer telephones and handle the counter; serve as the initial public contact person for Building Services; answer general questions concerning building and safety functions in the City; explain building ordinances, procedures, and requirements to citizens, developers, and contractors; assist and advise the general public in matters relating to building requirements and status of submitted projects; prepare correspondence to architects, engineers, and contractors relating to the corrections of plans and engineering detail.
- Prepare, enter, and maintain building application and permit records, information and files in both hard copy and through the computerized tracking system.
- Prepare inspection reports, log inspection requests, enter inspection data, and prepare field files for daily inspection by building inspectors; maintain a log of daily inspections.
- Check building plans and issue building permits for residential additions and alterations, utilizing applicable standard details and design aids; approve small project plans; issue over the counter permits; calculate plan check fees and building permit fees for plans submitted for review based on the type of construction and square footage, or by evaluated cost; collect fees for various applications, registrations, and licenses; issue receipts for fees collected; input data into the computer for various departments.
- Receive residential and commercial permit applications and plans; coordinate with other departments; follow up on permit status as necessary; receive, log, and distribute development plans for plan checking; route to appropriate division and/or department; enter plan check data into computer data base; update and generate required printed reports; review corrected plans for conformity with requirements; calculate fees to be assessed for projects; submit documentation for permit issuance.
- Enforce and interpret building related codes and ordinances enforced by the City, including the California Building, Plumbing, Mechanical Codes, and Electrical Codes.
- Maintain and update a log of building plans being reviewed by the various departments; maintain Building Division files.
- Maintain computerized data base and compile statistics to generate data for weekly, monthly, and annual management field reports of building activity.
- Manage, maintain, and enhance permit tracking/issuance software and technology resources, including public facing components to assist customers remotely.
- Develop databases and create property reports.
- Quality control of permit issuance for the Department, and the functions of the public counter for the Building Division.
- Attend and participate in meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of building inspection
OTHER JOB-RELATED DUTIES
Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
- Basic mathematical principles.
- English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation.
- Principles and practices used in dealing with the public.
- Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.
- Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment.
- Principles and procedures of record keeping.
- Safe driving principles and practices.
Skill to:
- Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment.
- Type and enter data at a speed necessary for successful job performance.
- Operate a motor vehicle safely.
Ability to:
- Learn financial processes and procedures.
- Learn, interpret, and apply pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations including administrative and department policies and procedures.
- Learn basic construction terminology and blueprint reading.
- Prepare and maintain accurate and complete records.
- Prepare clear and concise reports.
- Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish, maintain and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
BUILDING TECHNICAN II:
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the journey level in the Building Technician class series. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Building Technician I level by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently and exercising judgement and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Positions in this class series are flexibly staffed and positions at the Building Technician II level are normally filled by advancement from the Building Technician I level with three years of experience and successful performance reviews. When filled from the outside, the employee is required to have prior related experience which allows the employee to meet the qualification standards for the Building Technician II level.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
May exercise technical and functional supervision over lower level staff.
EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
This is the journey level in the Building Technician class series. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Building Technician I level by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently and exercising judgement and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Positions in this class series are flexibly staffed and positions at the Building Technician II level are normally filled by advancement from the Building Technician I level with three years of experience and successful performance reviews. When filled from the outside, the employee is required to have prior related experience which allows the employee to meet the qualification standards for the Building Technician II level.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
May exercise technical and functional supervision over lower level staff.
EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Perform a variety of technical, administrative, and clerical tasks in support of assigned office functions; prepare, type, word process, and proofread a variety of documents including general correspondence, memoranda, and related material; maintain records; prepare reports; operate standard office equipment including copier, telephone, computer terminal; receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail; maintain stock of office supplies; prepare requisitions and purchase orders.
- Confer with homeowners, builders, engineers, and architects; answer telephones and handle the counter; serve as the initial public contact person for Building Services; answer general questions concerning building and safety functions in the City; explain building ordinances, procedures, and requirements to citizens, developers, and contractors; assist and advise the general public in matters relating to building requirements and status of submitted projects; prepare correspondence to architects, engineers, and contractors relating to the corrections of plans and engineering detail.
- Prepare, enter, and maintain building application and permit records, information and files in both hard copy and through the computerized tracking system.
- Prepare inspection reports, log inspection requests, enter inspection data, and prepare field files for daily inspection by building inspectors; maintain a log of daily inspections.
- Check building plans and issue building permits for residential additions and alterations, utilizing applicable standard details and design aids; approve small project plans; issue over the counter permits; calculate plan check fees and building permit fees for plans submitted for review based on the type of construction and square footage, or by evaluated cost; collect fees for various applications, registrations, and licenses; issue receipts for fees collected; input data into the computer for various departments.
- Receive residential and commercial permit applications and plans; coordinate with other departments; follow up on permit status as necessary; receive, log, and distribute development plans for plan checking; route to appropriate division and/or department; enter plan check data into computer data base; update and generate required printed reports; review corrected plans for conformity with requirements; calculate fees to be assessed for projects; submit documentation for permit issuance.
- Enforce and interpret building related codes and ordinances enforced by the City, including the California Building, Plumbing, Mechanical Codes, and Electrical Codes.
- Maintain and update a log of building plans being reviewed by the various departments; maintain Building Division files.
- Maintain computerized data base and compile statistics to generate data for weekly, monthly, and annual management field reports of building activity.
- Manage, maintain, and enhance permit tracking/issuance software and technology resources, including public facing components to assist customers remotely.
- Develop databases and create property reports.
- Quality control of permit issuance for the Department, and the functions of the public counter for the Building Division.
- Attend and participate in meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of building inspection.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
In addition to the qualifications for Building Technician I:
Knowledge of:
- Principles of financial processes and procedures.
- Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations including administrative and department policies and procedures.
- Basic construction terminology and blueprint reading.
- Interpret and apply pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
- Interpret and explain City policies and procedures related to the building permit process.
BUILDING TECHNICIAN I:
Experience:
Three years of clerical experience.
Training:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
License or Certificate:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, ICC certification as a Permit Technician within one year is desirable.
Experience:
Three years of clerical experience.
Training:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
License or Certificate:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, ICC certification as a Permit Technician within one year is desirable.
BUILDING TECHNICIAN II:
Experience:
Three years of responsible Building Technician I experience.
Training:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
License or Certificate:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, ICC certification as a Permit Technician within one year is desirable.
Three years of responsible Building Technician I experience.
Training:
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
License or Certificate:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, ICC certification as a Permit Technician within one year is desirable.
Special Requirements:
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:
Ability to work in a standard office environment; ability to travel to different sites and locations.
Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:
Ability to work in a standard office environment; ability to travel to different sites and locations.
Application:
A fully completed online application is required to be submitted. Incomplete, late, emailed, faxed and hard copy applications are not accepted. Resumes are not considered in lieu of the required online employment application. All certificates, resumes, cover letters, and other documents requested by the City for the position advertised, must be uploaded with your online application.
The Selection Process:
Those candidates who are determined to be best qualified based upon the information presented on the application materials will be invited to continue in the selection process which may include a qualifying written or performance evaluation and will include an interview weighted 100%. The City reserves the right to limit the number of interviews conducted. Candidates will be notified via e-mail or telephone if they qualify to move to the next step in the selection process. The interview score will determine ranking on the eligibility list and will remain in effect for one year.
Pre-employment background and medical examinations are additional requirements for hire. Failure on any part of the selection process will result in removal from the recruitment process. Please Note: If you have a disability that may require an accommodation in the selection process, please notify Human Resources in writing when you submit your application.
Please Note: If you have a health or medical condition or a sincerely held religious belief that may require that the City provide you with an accommodation in either the selection process or the performance of your duties, please notify Human Resources in writing when you submit your application.Skills
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