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Soaring Sky

Soaring Sky Intern

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

$14 - $18.75/hr

Participate in business activities including drone flying, commercial drone work, and sales * Grow our business as a brand ambassador through personal and professional networking * Contribute ...

Soaring Sky

Soaring Sky Intern

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

$14 - $18.75/hr

Participate in business activities including drone flying, commercial drone work, and sales * Grow our business as a brand ambassador through personal and professional networking * Contribute ...

TSMG

Drone Pilot

Miami, FL

As a Drone Pilot, you should have a strong understanding of drone technology, excellent piloting ... Ability to work independently and in a team environment. * Strong communication skills, both verbal ...

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Drone Pilot

Seattle, WA

As a Drone Pilot, you should have a strong understanding of drone technology, excellent piloting ... Ability to work independently and in a team environment. * Strong communication skills, both verbal ...

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Drone Pilot

Chicago, IL

As a Drone Pilot, you should have a strong understanding of drone technology, excellent piloting ... Ability to work independently and in a team environment. * Strong communication skills, both verbal ...

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As of Jul 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for drone work in the United States is $68.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68.99 and $81.49 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What kind of jobs can you do with drones?

Drone work jobs include aerial photography and videography for real estate, events, and film production, as well as inspections of infrastructure like power lines, bridges, and pipelines. Other roles involve surveying, mapping, agriculture monitoring, search and rescue, and delivering goods, often requiring drone piloting skills and relevant certifications.

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Drone work salaries vary depending on experience, location, and the type of projects, but freelance drone pilots typically earn between $25 and $150 per hour. Certified pilots with specialized skills or working on commercial projects can earn higher rates, and some may charge per project or footage delivery instead of hourly rates.

What kind of work can I get with a drone?

Drone work includes aerial photography and videography for events, real estate, and marketing, as well as inspections of infrastructure like power lines, bridges, and wind turbines. Other roles involve mapping, surveying, agriculture monitoring, search and rescue, and delivering small packages, often requiring drone pilot certification and knowledge of relevant regulations.

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The highest paying drone jobs typically include roles such as drone pilot for aerial surveying, inspection, or cinematography, especially in industries like oil and gas, construction, or film production. These positions often require advanced certifications, specialized skills, and experience, with salaries reaching six figures in some cases. High-paying roles usually involve complex tasks, long hours, and operating in challenging environments.

What is the difference between Drone Work vs Drone Pilot?

AspectDrone Work
CredentialsVaries; may include basic certifications or no formal credentials
Work EnvironmentOn-location, outdoor or indoor filming, surveying, inspection sites
Employer & IndustryMedia companies, construction, agriculture, inspection services
Job FocusPerforming specific drone-related tasks or projects

Drone Work generally refers to performing specific drone-related tasks or projects, often as part of a team or for a client. Drone Pilots are licensed professionals who operate drones legally and safely, often with formal certifications. While all Drone Pilots perform Drone Work, not all Drone Work requires a licensed pilot. The key difference lies in certification requirements and operational responsibilities.

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Drone Pilot - Lead Operations Technician, Mosquito Control

Drone Pilot - Lead Operations Technician, Mosquito Control

Clarke

Wellington, FL • On-site

$20 - $21/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Do you enjoy working outdoors in challenging environments? Are you passionate about public health and cutting-edge drone technology? Join our team and help make communities safer and more comfortable by supporting aerial and ground mosquito control operations.
We're seeking a skilled Drone Operator / Operations Technician who will be responsible for operating UAVs for mosquito control, conducting ground-based surveillance and treatment, and supporting field data operations. This hybrid role blends hands-on environmental fieldwork with advanced drone flight and geospatial data responsibilities.
This is an emerging market for Clarke. As such, right now we expect about 10-15% of time spent on drone operations but this percentage should shift significantly over the next year or so.
Key Responsibilities:
Drone Operations
  • Serve as Remote Pilot in Command (RPIC) for mosquito surveillance and larvicide/adulticide applications.
  • Conduct pre-flight inspections, airspace coordination, safety briefings, and ensure FAA compliance.
  • Execute missions using RGB, thermal, LiDAR, photogrammetry, and mapping sensors.
  • Perform drone-based topographic surveys and volumetric analyses.
  • Maintain accurate post-flight records, maintenance logs, and mission reports.
  • Support aerial operations scheduling and coordination with the operations team.

Field Operations & Mosquito Control
  • Inspect mosquito breeding sites using standard field tools (dippers, sample cups).
  • Apply larvicides/adulticides via backpack sprayers, bicycles, or truck-mounted equipment.
  • Perform chicken surveillance (handling, bleeding, sample processing) training provided.
  • Ensure timely treatment intervals and accurate chemical usage reporting.
  • Monitor and maintain chemical inventory and equipment calibration.
  • Work independently or with seasonal teams in varied outdoor environments (heavy vegetation, uneven terrain, wildlife exposure, etc.).

Data & Quality Assurance
  • Process and validate field-collected geospatial data.
  • Monitor accuracy of GIS and remote sensing data (QGIS, ESRI).
  • Implement quality control measures for survey and application data.
  • Reconcile GIS and field data with chemical usage and calibration records.

Minimum Requirements:
    • FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.
    • FAA 3rd Class Medical Certificate (ability to take and pass within 30 days of hire).
    • DOT physical and drivers file (ability to take and pass within 30 days of hire).
    • Florida Public Health Applicator's License (ability to take and pass exam within 15 days of hire).
      • Please note that some state licenses and some contracts do require a criminal background check
    • Florida Aerial Applicator's License (ability to obtain within 15 days of hire).
  • Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
  • Comfortability operating large pick up trucks with 20 foot trailers attached.
  • Comfortability working at heights up to 50 feet.
  • High school diploma or equivalent with strong math and computer skills.
  • Ability to wear a respirator at times (must be clean shaven on days respirator use is required)
  • Ability to work in adverse weather, handle live chickens, and lift up to 50-75 lbs.
  • Availability to deploy to Sarasota for drone work within 72 hours of notification.
  • Availability to travel as needed for the position, mostly within the state of Florida.
  • Comfortable navigating terrain with maps and GPS tools

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Geomatics, Biology, or a related field.
  • Minimum 1-2 years of UAV experience and familiarity with FAA regulations.
  • Experience in mosquito control, pest control, or aquatics industries.
  • Knowledge of GIS platforms (QGIS, ESRI), remote sensing, drone mapping software.
  • Familiarity with systems such as Precision Vision, Map Vision.

PAY AND BENEFITS
This is a non-exempt hourly position and the hiring range for this position is expected to be $28/hour while performing drone activities and between $20-$21/hr while performing Operations Technician duties.
We offer an outstanding compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401k (Roth and traditional) with a generous match, tuition reimbursement and career development and training opportunities, LinkedIn Learning subscriptions, paid parental leave program, electric vehicle incentives, paid volunteer time, generous PTO, paid holidays, paid winter break between Christmas and New Years, and discretionary bonus.
Clarke is a privately held public health, global environmental products and services company. For over 80 years, Clarke has been making communities around the world more livable, safe and comfortable. We do this by pioneering, developing and delivering environmentally responsible public health mosquito control to help prevent disease and control nuisances. Our global customers include governments, commercial and residential groups and international institutions such as UNICEF, and U.S. AID.
Working at Clarke, you will have the opportunity to grow personally and professionally. You will learn from some of the most talented people in your field and make an impact on the world around us. With Clarke, you join an innovative and passionate team where people are the heart and soul of the organization, working together to create an environment where coworkers thrive and nature flourishes.
At Clarke, each individual can AND does make a difference. If you're looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills to impact the success and growth of a business...Clarke is the place!
If you're a drone pilot and interested in field experience with a desire to make a difference, we want to hear from you. Help us build a stronger, safer community-one drone mission at a time.
Apply now to lead new technology at the frontlines of mosquito control.
Clarke is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace
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