Permit Coordinator

Overview

The Shield Co. Management / EcoShield Pest Solutions is one of the fastest-growing pest control companies in the country! Our mission is to create the world’s happiest family, and our purpose is to spread happiness. We do this by delivering exceptional experiences to our customers, employees, partners, and communities—treating everyone like family.

We are seeking an experienced independent permit coordination professional to provide permit application and regulatory compliance support during the sales season. This opportunity is structured as an independent contractor relationship. As the contractor, you will maintain control over how services are performed and may provide services to other clients. This position is hybrid but from time to time will require in person appearances at our City, State branch to collect, transmit, or deliver information to the sales team and may require delivery of permit applications and fees to local municipalities.

Key duties include coordinating and delivering permit submissions; preparing/assembling municipal permit packets; tracking status and expirations; scheduling/confirming inspections; communicating with municipalities and internal teams; maintaining permit logs/files; delivering Company-provided payment for permit fees when required.

Scope of Services:

• Collaborate with Sales Partners and management to identify sales territories and determine necessary permits for operations.
• Research and apply for solicitation permits in compliance with state, city, and local ordinances by visiting websites or contacting relevant agencies.
• Track, calculate, and report permit fees and other associated costs, ensuring accurate and timely permit application submissions.
• Travel between local branches, sales offices, and government offices to complete permit applications and run errands for office supply maintenance, as needed.
• Maintain a historical database of all records for permit related applications, communications, and the permits themselves.

Contractor Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED, preferred.
• 6+ months of customer service experience and/or conflict resolution, including phone, email, and SMS communication.
• Strong communication skills to interact with clients and provide customer service.
• Ability to invoice for completed services.
• Attention to detail and strong organization skills required

Pay and Benefits

Compensation (base): $25.00 per hour (independent contractor engagement). No other compensation is offered.

Benefits: Not eligible for company benefits (independent contractor)

Expenses: Contractor is responsible for their own business expenses, except permitting fees, which will be paid by the Company.

Physical Demands and Working Requirements

The physical demands and working conditions outlined here are typical requirements for the contractor to effectively carry out the essential duties of this role.

Reasonable accommodations may be provided to assist individuals with disabilities in performing these essential functions.

• Requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk or workstation
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing and using a computer mouse
• Occasionally lift and carry office materials or supplies up to 25 pounds
• Requires clear vision for reading documents, computer screens, and other office materials
• Work is inside a climate-controlled office with quiet to moderate noise level

Apply at https://careers-theshieldco.icims.com. Application window closes April, 1 2026 (may close earlier if filled).

The above statements are meant to outline the general nature and scope of work performed by contractors in this role. They should not be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position.

EEO Statement: EcoShield is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We make employment decisions based on merit and business needs, without discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): The Shield Co. Management, LLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities during both the hiring process and throughout employment, in accordance with applicable laws.