Solar Permitting Coordinator

Permitting Coordinator

Job Level: Entry Level

Location: In-Office – Orem, UT

Shift: FT

• Compensation: $15-$18
• About SunPower: SunPower’s mission is to provide industry leading, innovative, end-to-end solar energy solutions
• with exceptional customer service. With over 30 years of experience in the US Residential Solar industry, we
• deliver an all-in-one solar solution that supports the transition to clean energy.
• SunPower continues to grow through strategic acquisitions of leading solar companies. These have included
• SunPower, Blue Raven Solar, Complete Solar, and Sunder Energy. These transitions bring together the strengths,
• expertise, and shared commitment to making clean energy simpler and more accessible for everyone.

Benefits

• Employee RSU Awards program
• Quarterly & Annual bonus program (based on performance)
• Competitive coverage for Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• PTO/DTO for full-time employees
• 10 paid holidays
• Fully stocked breakroom with snacks, drinks, breakfast, and company provided lunch once a week!
• Ping pong and Corn hole in office
• CanyonPark Perks: Access to a gym, pickleball & basketball courts, outside patio areas, food trucks, and

more!

Position Summary

• The Solar Coordinator – Permitting is responsible for managing the permitting process for residential and/or
• commercial solar projects. This role ensures timely submission, tracking, and approval of permit applications to
• support smooth project execution. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to effectively
• communicate with internal teams, municipalities, and utility authorities.

Essential Duties

• Prepare and submit permit applications to local jurisdictions for solar, electrical, and structural approvals.
• Monitor permit status and follow up proactively to ensure timely approvals.
• Communicate with city/county offices to clarify requirements, resolve issues, and track changing codes or

documentation.

• Coordinate with design, engineering, and sales teams to obtain and validate required documents (e.g.,

site plans, structural letters, utility applications).

• Maintain accurate records and databases of permitting statuses and jurisdictional requirements.
• Troubleshoot rejected or delayed permits and escalate issues when needed.
• Track timelines and provide regular updates to project management and operations teams.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and national codes and regulations.
• Build and maintain relationships with permitting authorities and inspection offices.
• Assist with special permitting projects (e.g., Title 24, AHJ research, policy changes).

Minimum Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in permitting, solar, construction, utilities, or a related administrative field.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.• Ability to handle high volumes of documentation with accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and/or CRM tools.
• Knowledge of solar installation processes and permitting requirements.
• Experience with AHJs (Authorities Having Jurisdiction) in multiple regions.
• Familiarity with utility interconnection processes and solar design software.
• Experience working in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Regular periods of sitting
• or standing may be required by this position. In addition, this position requires the ability to occasionally lift office
• products and supplies, up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to
• adjust focus.