Drone Field Technician - On-Site Repairs & Installations

Service Robot Co.; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Service Robot Co. in Santa Barbara, CA seeks a field technician to install, maintain and repair drones and their docking and charging stations at customer sites. This contract, paid per work order role requires hands-on problem solving in outdoor environments.

You will diagnose faults, repair components, update firmware, complete scheduled maintenance, and keep accurate records. Travel overnight may be required, and training through the Service Robot Co. Academy is provided.

Qualifications

• Experience with electronics repair, RC or FPV drone building, avionics, low-voltage systems, or similar hands-on work.
• Patience with small parts and precise repairs.
• A methodical approach to finding faults.
• Accurate records and clear communication.
• Comfort working independently at customer sites.
• Availability to drive, work outdoors, and travel overnight occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults in drones, docks, and charging systems.
• Repair or replace propellers, motors, electronic speed controllers, batteries, gimbals, and cameras.
• Update firmware and calibrate equipment.
• Complete scheduled maintenance and inspections.
• Follow lithium battery procedures for storage, charging, transport, and disposal.
• Record faults, repairs, replacement parts, and follow-up work.
• Keep spare parts available and report recurring problems.
• Explain repairs and next steps to customers.

Skills

Electronics repair

Drone build

Avionics

Low-voltage systems

Hands-on work

Job description

Service Robot Co. in Santa Barbara, CA seeks a field technician to install, maintain and repair drones and their docking and charging stations at customer sites. This contract, paid per work order role requires hands-on problem solving in outdoor environments.

You will diagnose faults, repair components, update firmware, complete scheduled maintenance, and keep accurate records. Travel overnight may be required, and training through the Service Robot Co. Academy is provided.