Aerial Herbicide Pilot — Field Ops & Regional Travel

Drone.vet; Hiram (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) 6% Match

Paid Vacation

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

Opterra Solutions in Georgia is seeking a reliable Commercial Drone Herbicide Applicator to operate our AE Vision J100 spray platform, applying herbicides across multiple environments. This role requires regular travel between states, field operations, drone maintenance, and precise, label-compliant chemical application.

You will plan flight missions, mix herbicides per label requirements, troubleshoot drones and spray systems, and keep detailed flight and maintenance records while adhering to

Qualifications

• Part 107A license required.
• Proven drone flying experience.
• Understanding of drone systems, maintenance, troubleshooting, and safe UAV operation.
• Experience in herbicide applications, agriculture, vegetation management, or related fields.
• Ability to travel regionally for extended or multi-day operations.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to safety.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operate commercial spray drones safely and efficiently.
• Plan and execute flight missions.
• Mix and apply herbicides in accordance with label requirements.
• Troubleshoot and repair drone, battery, charger, and spray system issues.
• Perform routine maintenance and preventative inspections.
• Maintain flight, maintenance, and application records.
• Follow all FAA, EPA, state, and company safety regulations.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Follow DOT and FAA rules and regulations.
• Ability to team-lift up to 120 lbs.

Skills

Part 107A License

Drone flying experience

Drone maintenance

Troubleshooting UAV

Herbicide applications

Travel regionally

Safety focus

Valid driver's license

Tools

AE Vision J100 spray platform

Job description

Opterra Solutions in Georgia is seeking a reliable Commercial Drone Herbicide Applicator to operate our AE Vision J100 spray platform, applying herbicides across multiple environments. This role requires regular travel between states, field operations, drone maintenance, and precise, label-compliant chemical application.

You will plan flight missions, mix herbicides per label requirements, troubleshoot drones and spray systems, and keep detailed flight and maintenance records while adhering to