Drone Applicator Internship

the equitya; Green Creek (NC); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 68,770,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k eligibility

Boot reimbursement

Paid time off after 90 days

Employee hardship fund

Job summary

Green Creek Drones offers a Drone Applicator Internship in Green Creek, NC. You will read maps, fly precision agriculture drones, and log notes while communicating with growers and other pilots.

Applicants must obtain FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot certification and a Pesticide License for aerial application, with hands-on drone experience and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot certification required.
• Pesticide Licensing required for aerial application.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow all established safety policies and procedures.
• Obtain FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot certificate to fly drones commercially.
• Acquire applicable Pesticide Licensing for aerial application.
• Read and interpret maps to locate fields and borders.
• Communicate with growers, pilots, and ag retailers.
• Log application notes with attention to detail.
• Gain hands-on experience with ag tech drones.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Multitasking

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Education

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot certificate

Pesticide License

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Drone Applicator Internship - Green Creek Drones

The Drone Applicator Internship offers hands-on experience with precision agriculture technology. Interns will read and interpret maps while flying ag tech drones with strong attention to detail and log notes. In this internship, you will also communicate with growers, other pilots, and ag retailers. Interns must obtain a FAA Part 107-Remot Pilot certificate and Pesticide License for aerial application.

Location

Green Creek Drones

Reports to

General Manager

Salary

$18 - $24 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all established personnel and safety policies and procedures.
• Obtain FAA Part 107-Remote Pilot certificate to commercially fly drones
• Acquire applicable Pesticide Licensing for aerial application
• Read and interpret maps to locate specific fields and field borders
• Communicate clearly with growers, other drone pilots, and ag retailers
• Keep a strong attention to detail in logging application notes
• Hands on experience with ag tech drones

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Leadership Characteristics

• Must have a good driving record
• Self-motivating personality as well as team building skills
• Demonstrates ability to work effectively without direct supervision
• Exceptional time management, multitasking, accounting, and organizational skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Work Environment

The nature of the business will require extended hours. While performing the duties of the job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical equipment and in outside weather conditions. Exposure to fumes or dust, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration is possible. Noise level in work environment is usually loud.

Travel

The employee may be required to travel to other locations, conferences, educational opportunities, and other job-related activities.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time.

Date Posted

08/24/2026

Who is Green Creek Drones?

Green Creek Drones is a cutting-edge, spray drone company working to help growers take control of their custom aerial crop protection application. Offering sales, training, and service expertise, Green Creek Drones works to ensure growers are ready to take flight on their farm. Additionally, Green Creek Drones works in partnership with The Equity to provide custom crop protection applications using spray drone technology within their trade territory.

Benefits

• Eligible for 401k after age 21 and worked one year and 1,000 hours
• Steel toe boot reimbursement of $75 annually
• Paid Time for All after 90 days, earn 1 hour for 40 hours worked
• Eligible for Employee Hardship Fund after worked 1,000 hours