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Blue Skies Drones

UAV Junior Technician

Centralia, WA · On-site

You will work closely with our team to ensure top-tier drone maintenance, service, and operational efficiency . What You'll Be Doing: * Performing routine maintenance and repairs on unmanned aerial ...

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Drone Pilot

San Francisco, CA

Maintain detailed records of flights, including time, locations, and data collected. * Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on drone equipment. * Stay updated on industry trends ...

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Drone Pilot

Dallas, TX

Maintain detailed records of flights, including time, locations, and data collected. * Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on drone equipment. * Stay updated on industry trends ...

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Drone Pilot

Chicago, IL

Maintain detailed records of flights, including time, locations, and data collected. * Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on drone equipment. * Stay updated on industry trends ...

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Drone Pilot

Seattle, WA

Maintain detailed records of flights, including time, locations, and data collected. * Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on drone equipment. * Stay updated on industry trends ...

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Drone Pilot

Miami, FL

Maintain detailed records of flights, including time, locations, and data collected. * Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on drone equipment. * Stay updated on industry trends ...

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Drone Pilot

Seattle, WA

Maintain detailed records of flights, including time, locations, and data collected. * Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on drone equipment. * Stay updated on industry trends ...

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Drone Pilot

Chicago, IL

Maintain detailed records of flights, including time, locations, and data collected. * Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on drone equipment. * Stay updated on industry trends ...

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Drone Pilot

San Francisco, CA

Maintain detailed records of flights, including time, locations, and data collected. * Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on drone equipment. * Stay updated on industry trends ...

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Drone Pilot

Dallas, TX

Maintain detailed records of flights, including time, locations, and data collected. * Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on drone equipment. * Stay updated on industry trends ...

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Drone Pilot

New York, NY

Maintain detailed records of flights, including time, locations, and data collected. * Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on drone equipment. * Stay updated on industry trends ...

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How much do drone maintenance jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for drone maintenance in the United States is $31.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $38.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is drone maintenance?

Drone maintenance refers to the regular inspection, cleaning, repair, and servicing of drones to ensure they operate safely and efficiently. This includes checking and replacing propellers, cleaning sensors and cameras, updating firmware, inspecting batteries, and calibrating flight systems. Proper maintenance helps prevent malfunctions, extends the lifespan of the equipment, and ensures compliance with safety regulations. Both commercial and hobbyist drone operators perform maintenance to keep their drones in optimal condition.

What are common challenges faced by professionals in drone maintenance, and how can they be addressed?

Drone maintenance professionals often encounter challenges such as keeping up with rapid technological advancements, diagnosing complex hardware or software issues, and ensuring compliance with evolving safety regulations. Staying updated through ongoing training and manufacturer certifications can help address these challenges. Additionally, effective communication with operators and engineers is essential for troubleshooting and ensuring drones are mission-ready, making teamwork a key component of success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Drone Maintenance Technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Drone Maintenance Technician, you need a solid understanding of electronics, mechanical systems, and troubleshooting, often supported by technical certifications or relevant vocational training. Familiarity with diagnostic software, flight control systems, and tools for calibration and repair is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are vital soft skills in this position. These competencies ensure drones operate safely and reliably, minimizing downtime and supporting mission-critical operations.

What is the difference between Drone Maintenance vs Drone Repair?

AspectDrone MaintenanceDrone Repair
CertificationsFAA Part 107, maintenance certificationsFAA Part 107, repair certifications
Work EnvironmentRegular inspections, preventive careDiagnosing and fixing specific issues
Job FocusRoutine upkeep, safety checksTroubleshooting, component replacement
Employer UsageCommercial drone operators, service providersRepair shops, maintenance facilities

Drone Maintenance involves routine inspections and preventive care to ensure drones operate safely and efficiently. Drone Repair focuses on diagnosing and fixing specific problems or damages. Both roles require similar certifications and often work in related environments, but Maintenance emphasizes ongoing upkeep, while Repair addresses specific malfunctions.

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Infographic showing various Drone Maintenance job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Internship, 4% As Needed, 56% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 12% Contract. Highlights an 96% In-person, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,662 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

Drone Spray Technician

DeAngelo Contracting Services

Tulsa, OK

$15.75 - $20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

DeAngelo Contracting Services rating

5.7

Company rating: 5.7 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

191st of 217 rated repair and maintenance companies

Job description

Company Description

DCS is a family owned and operated business with treating all employees like family at the core of our values. Our employees provide innovative, safe, and high-quality infrastructure/maintenance contracting services to State DOTs, railroads, and other commercial/residential customers across the entire United States. Employees receive generous compensation packages, employee engagement events & career development programs, just to name a few of the perks of being part of the DCS family!

To provide quality service, we need top-of-the-line employees. That is why we offer great compensation, awesome benefits, and a work environment worth bragging about! 

Job Description

Job Responsibilities:

  • Perform drone spray applications in an industrial environment
  • Operate in full compliance with FAA Part 107 regulations and internal safety guidelines
  • Provide demonstrations to customers as requested
  • Work on eventual launch into DCS field operations which will require substantial travel throughout the US based upon customer acceptance of program
  • Conduct routine drone maintenance, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure optimal drone performance
  • Evaluate job sites for flight feasibility, safety risks, and operational efficiency.
  • Maintain professional communications with customers and other stakeholders

Drone Operation Requirements:

  • Demonstrated experience in operating drones, particularly in agricultural or chemical application roles.
  • Proficiency with drone control software and flight planning tools.
  • Capability to perform comprehensive pre-flight inspections, plan flight paths, and conduct missions safely and efficiently.
  • Familiarity with equipment calibration, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting processes.
Qualifications

Additional Skills & Attributes:

  • Exceptional attention to detail, especially regarding safety protocols and regulatory compliance.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  • Interest in research & development and creating processes
  • Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability to new technologies and methodologies.
  • Spray experience is preferred

Licenses & Certifications:

  • Possess a FAA Part 107 Commercial Remote Pilot License or be able to pass the exam within 1 month of hire.
  • When applying herbicides, the pilot also typically needs an FAA Part 137 certificate, which is for agricultural aircraft operations.  DeAngelo Contracting Services currently has this certificate in place
  • A Commercial Applicator’s License is preferred (company-provided training is available if not currently certified).  Multi state licensing will be eventually required for commercial applications.

Physical & Driving Requirements:

  • Hold a valid driver’s license with at least 5 years of clean driving history.
  • Ability to travel up to 3 weeks at a time as well as operate a truck with trailer.
  • Ability to lift between 50-60 pounds.

Pay rate will be dependent upon applicant background and experience. 


Additional Information

DeAngelo Contracting Services offers competitive benefit packages to all employees. This includes but is not limited to, company sponsored medical, dental, vision & life insurance policies, per diems for time spent away from home, Paid time off, paid holidays and significant amounts of career development opportunities just to name a few! 

Come be a part of the DeAngelo family, today! 

DCS is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all hiring and employment regulations. In the event an ADA accommodation is needed, DCS is happy to help all employees achieve gainful employment in an atmosphere where they are appreciated and respected. DCS offers subcontracting services to government agencies as such, candidates may be subject to pre employment screenings such as criminal background checks, pre-employment, post-accident & reasonable impairment drug screenings, motor vehicle record checks, etc. as such, DCS complies with all federal and state regulatory guidelines including the FCRA. Â