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Drone Operator- Surveyor 1

Medford, OR ยท On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Drone Operator - Transmission & Distribution Inspection Kiewit Power Delivery | Field-Based Role ... Work overtime and weekends as required. FIELD ROLES ONLY May work at various different locations ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the weekend drone position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Drone Operator, you need strong skills in remote piloting, situational awareness, and basic technical troubleshooting, generally supported by FAA Part 107 certification. Experience with commercial drones, mapping software, and data collection systems is often required. Attention to detail, time management, and effective communication set top performers apart in this role. These competencies are crucial to ensure safe, efficient, and accurate drone operations during limited weekend hours.

What is a weekend drone?

A Weekend Drone job typically involves operating or monitoring drones for various tasks, such as aerial photography, surveillance, inspections, or deliveries, specifically on weekends. These roles are often part-time and may require experience with drone piloting, compliance with aviation regulations, and technical troubleshooting. Depending on the employer, you may be responsible for capturing footage, collecting data, or ensuring safe flight operations.

What are typical weekend responsibilities for a weekend drone operator?

As a Weekend Drone Operator, your primary duties often include conducting aerial surveys, capturing high-quality imagery or video, and performing routine equipment checks before and after flights. You'll typically work independently but coordinate with project managers or clients to fulfill specific project goals. Flexible scheduling is common, as assignments may vary based on weather conditions and client needs. The role may also involve some basic data processing or reporting to deliver results promptly after each mission. This structure ensures that vital fieldwork can continue even outside standard business hours, supporting fast-paced industries such as construction, real estate, and agriculture.

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Real Estate Photographer & Drone Operator

Realty Plans

Southampton, NY โ€ข On-site

$500 - $750/wk

Part-time

Re-posted 23 days ago


Job description

Benefits:
  • Training & development

Are you ready to take control of your time and be your own boss? Then this is for you! Work when you want to and make a living doing it. 

Realty Plans is a revolutionary, high-impact imagery and floor plan firm that elevates ordinary real estate listings into the extraordinary. We deliver a range of comprehensive marketing media tools including photography, videography, drone services and more to enhance listings for real estate professionals.
We are looking for a dedicated and ambitious technician who is able to shoot photography, videography and drone to join our fast-growing company as we expand to new markets. In this position you are in control of your schedule. Give us your availability and we will give you work. This is an opportunity for an individual who is motivated and willing to grow with our company and seek rapid advancement.
The projects you’ll be assigned to, include:

  • Photographing homes
  • Create videos of stunning real estate listings
  • Drone photography / videography
  • Floor Plans creation
Our ideal candidate: 

  • 2-3 years experience
  • Working knowledge in HDR photography
  • Working knowledge in video creation
  • Working knowledge in drone videography and photography
  • Knowledge in creating Floor Plans (training will be provided)
  • Must have reliable transportation
  • Strong communication skills
  • Friendly, talented
  • Understands the value of building and maintaining professional relationships
  • The ability to work independently
  • Trustworthy, confident and reliable
EQUIPMENT:

  • Full frame camera
  • Drone
  • Wide angle Lens (17-35mm or similar)
  • Tripod for photography and video (professional grade)
  • Slider (professional grade)
  • Dolly (professional grade)
  • Gimbal
  • On camera speed-light, flash or strobe
  • Ipad or tablet
  • Smart phone with email access
  • Access to a computer with internet
MUST HAVE:

  • Reliable transportation
  • Reliable equipment
  • Great communications skills
SERVICE AREA:
  • Southampton, North Fork, and Surrounding Area
WHY US:

  • Be apart of an energetic start up with a lot of growth potential
  • Competitive compensation
  • A responsive customer success team that will support you every step of your shoot
  • Flexible Schedule - You control your availability
Compensation:

  • This is a commission based independent contractor position