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Design Permitting Technician
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$50,323 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
Design Permitting Technician About the Role Join a team that designs the infrastructure powering communities. As a Design Permitting Technician , you'll support overhead and underground electric utility projects through high‑quality drafting, permitting research, and field collaboration. This role blends technical design work with hands‑on field exposure and offers clear growth opportunities into a lead or mentoring position. What You'll Do Create plan and profile drawings using AutoCAD and Civil 3D. Research permitting requirements and prepare complete, compliant permit packages . Design overhead and underground electric utility systems. Interpret survey data, pole diagrams, and GIS (Smallworld) information. Support field work such as site visits, inspections, and data collection. Coordinate with engineering, construction, and internal teams to keep projects on schedule. Manage multiple projects while meeting quality, safety, and regulatory standards. Grow into a technical resource supporting junior team members over time. What You Bring AutoCAD proficiency with experience in plan and profile design (Civil 3D preferred). Permitting or regulatory documentation experience. Strong math, measurement, and attention to detail. Ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines. Interest or experience in utility design or infrastructure. Associate degree in drafting, design, engineering, or a related field. Valid driver's license.
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GIS Smallworld experience, utility construction experience, or interest in a future leadership role. Work Environment Mix of office and field work (about 20% field time, higher during peak phases). Office work is currently remote, with a future on‑site transition. Safety‑focused, collaborative, and growth‑oriented environment. Why Apply? If you enjoy technical design, problem‑solving, and seeing projects move from concept to construction—with room to grow—this is a great opportunity to build a long‑term career in utility design. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Minneapolis,MN.