Richard Lopez
1009 Shelby St, Beaumont
Summary
Accomplished and certified Building Permit Technician with a proven track record at the City of Beaumont, and a background in special event coordination with the City of Palm Springs Recreation Department. Adept in permit management and providing exceptional customer service. Fluent in English and Spanish, I excel in project coordination and program improvement, ensuring compliance and enhancing operational efficiency. My expertise in Microsoft Office and Energov supports my ability to meet project deadlines effectively. Also, knowledgeable in Airframe and Powerplant Maintenance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Building Permit Technician 2
City Of Beaumont
01.2022 - Current
- Provide customer service by responding to public and agency inquiries by phone, email and at the counter.
- Provide information regarding permit policies and application procedures.
- Interpret and apply building, planning and other City codes for members of the public; work cooperatively with property owners, contractors, architects, developers, engineers or their representatives to resolve questions regarding permit issuance and permit fees.
- Receive plans and review for completeness; follow standards and regulations for permit requirements; receive, distribute and track plans from project submittal to permit issuance; forward plans to the appropriate Department staff; and relay necessary corrections to the applicant.
- Calculate and record permit application and plan check fees; take various forms of payment and issue permits.
- Explain how to correct deficiencies in original applications and the process for re-applications; review administrative applications and make recommendations.
- Perform minor plan checks and process applications; recommend corrections to violations; maintain department logs, including the status of plan checks and permit activity; perform data entry.
- Perform compliance checks with ordinance and policy requirements for approval and issue various permits.
- Assist the public with planning, zoning, land use and permit use; guide developers through their approval process.
- Maintain department records, files and other reference materials and attend staff review meetings.
Recreation Program Aide
City Of Palm Springs Recreation Department
01.2015 - 01.2022
- Provided staff assistance to Department Director and Special Events Manager.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
- Operated Youth Bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Oversaw and coordinated staff scheduling for CHP training and related testing for Youth Bus Certification.
- Developed and implemented new procedures for the Youth Bus drivers and ensured compliance with all applicable rules and regulations established.
- Maintained all driver terminal records current and coordinated maintenance of Youth Bus vans with Fleet Department to ensure all current vehicle standards were met.
- Delivered administrative support to office staff, promoting excellence in office operations and customer service.
- Performed wide variety of administrative duties for assigned office; including investigating and answering complaints, and resolving variety of operational concerns and issues.
- Conducted thorough research using diverse resources to assist professional staff with routine and special project tasks.
- Used Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook to prepare reports, correspondences and other required documentation with average speed of 57 words per minute.
- Composed, maintained, and reviewed a variety of reports, records, logs, maintenance work orders and condition reports for the Leisure Center and Pavilion.
- Organized and managed efficiency of Department Facility Rental permits and contracts, process payments, invoices, and ensure all rentals are up to date on ActiveNet (department software).
- Supervised all staff during facility rentals to ensure adherence of all department safe work practices, and procedures throughout rentals.
- Assisted in processing, storage, and retrieval of official Department records in accordance with State law and City administrative regulations and policies.
- Assisted in planning, development, and managing of Special Event programs, projects, and more. This included general oversight, problem identification, recommendations, and implementations.
- Assisted Special Events Manager during all City parades and Special Events. Duties included: preparing for parades, setting up all decorations as needed, assisting with traffic control at the post-stage area, coordinating and assisting vendors, manage and maintain all radio consoles.
- Coordinated logistics for Recreation Department, maintaining inventory, stocking supplies and contacting vendors.
- Determined operating status of equipments and conducted routine inspections of facilities and surrounding areas.
- Oversaw and maintained all Covid-19 prevention cleaning and sanitizing supplies for entire Recreation Department.
- Trained staff and implemented proper cleaning and sanitizing procedures, and usage of department electrostatic sprayers.
- Conducted facility maintenance and repairs such as: use scrubber machine to clean hardwood floors, clean windows and mirrors, restock restroom supplies, replace floor boards, paint interior walls, paint exterior walls when needed, and more.
Field Technician
Graffiti Protective Coatings
08.2011 - 11.2014
- Restored city property to promote clean environment for city residents.
- Worked with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance and cleaning schedules.
- Responded immediately to over 40 daily calls from residents, City personnel and/or City Police Departments to clean graffiti from City property.
- Mixed, used and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Supervised supplies in inventory and submitted reorder requests.
Education
Associate Degree - Airframe And Powerplant Maintenance
Crimson Technical College (now Spartan College)
Inglewood, CA2009
High School Diploma -
San Gorgonio High School
San Bernardino, CA06.2007
Skills
- Bilingual: English and Spanish
- Permit Management
- 57 WPM typing speed
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, permitting software Energov and Blue Beam
- Electronic Filing System
- Permitting Coordination
- Implementation and Special Event Planning
- Project coordination and program improvement
- Policy and procedure modification
- Administrative support
- Client account management and customer relations
- Quality assurance and inventory management
Certification
- Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class A with Hazmat, Tanker, Double/Triples Endorsements since 2025
- Permit Technician Career Advancement Academy (California Building Officials) - 2024
- Building Technician Certificate from International Code Council (ICC) 2022
- Class B with Passenger Endorsement since 2015
- Special Driver Certificate (DL45)
Timeline
Building Permit Technician 2
City Of Beaumont
01.2022 - Current
Recreation Program Aide
City Of Palm Springs Recreation Department
01.2015 - 01.2022
Field Technician
Graffiti Protective Coatings
08.2011 - 11.2014
High School Diploma -
San Gorgonio High School
Associate Degree - Airframe And Powerplant Maintenance
Crimson Technical College (now Spartan College)