Permit Coordinator

Permit Coordinator

About Us

Fatbeam Fiber, headquartered in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, is a leading provider advancing innovation and connecting communities with reliable, scalable, and flexible fiber-based internet solutions to carrier, commercial, government/education, healthcare and residential customers. Established in 2010, Fatbeam is one of the fastest growing fiber providers in the West with 150,000+ fiber miles across eight states and 150+ cities. Offering competitive pricing and stringent service level agreements, Fatbeam makes connectivity simple! In short, we are driven, passionate, responsive and, most importantly, flexible.

Position Summary

The Permit Coordinator supports Fatbeam’s Engineering & Construction team by managing the permit process for assigned fiber builds. This position prepares and submits permit applications, secures right-of-way approvals and pole attachment agreements, tracks applications through approval and closeout, and keeps engineering, construction, project management, public agencies, and utility owners aligned. This is a full-time, non-exempt, entry-level position based on-site in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho and reporting to the OSP Engineering Manager.

Position Responsibilities

• Own the permit process for assigned fiber builds from initial application through final closeout.

• Research jurisdictional requirements and prepare complete, accurate permit submittals.

• Coordinate with engineering to gather drawings, route maps, traffic control plans, and other required materials.

• Submit right-of-way and encroachment permit applications through agency portals, email, or in person.

• Request pole attachments from utility owners and track make-ready work through completion.

• Maintain the permit tracker so project managers can identify approvals, pending items, risks, and upcoming deadlines.

• Follow up on agency comments and redlines and route required corrections to engineering promptly.

• Distribute approved permits and applicable conditions to construction teams before work begins.

• Monitor expiration dates and coordinate extensions, renewals, final inspections, and closeouts.

• Log permit fees, bonds, and invoices and provide documentation to Accounting as needed.

• Communicate professionally with city, county, utility, engineering, construction, and project management contacts.

• Travel locally as needed.

Experience/Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.

• Zero to two years of experience in an office, coordination, customer service, or related role, or a demonstrated ability and desire to learn.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Confidence communicating by phone and email with city, county, utility, and internal staff.

• Clear, professional written communication for applications, emails, and status updates.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook and the ability to learn new systems.

• Demonstrated follow-through and persistence in moving approvals to completion.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally as needed.

• Exposure to telecommunications, utilities, construction, or public works is preferred.

• Experience with a city or county permit office or online permitting portals is preferred.

• Ability to read basic plan sheets, maps, or right-of-way drawings is preferred.

• Familiarity with GIS or mapping tools such as Google Earth or ArcGIS is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay is dependent on experience.

• Fatbeam offers market competitive total compensation packages and a full array of benefits, including health insurance, FSA/HSA accounts, 401(k) retirement plans, paid leave, and other benefits.

• Above all, we offer a rewarding and performance-oriented culture where employees feel valued and are part of a great team.

Additional Information

Fatbeam requires a background check as a condition of employment. We will also confirm that the employee’s driving record does not prohibit coverage under the company vehicle insurance policy. To protect our intellectual property, confidential information, and client relationships, employees are required to execute an Employee Conduct Agreement. Employment with Fatbeam is at will, meaning either the employee or Fatbeam may end the employment relationship at any time.

Fatbeam is an EEO employer.