Drone Patrol Operator - Paid Training & On-Call Work

Service Robot Co.; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Service Robot Co. is seeking a Drone Operator for field work in Arlington, Texas. The role involves operating drones for security patrols, site monitoring, and inspections at customer sites under contract, with pay per shift or mission.

You will perform pre-flight checks, follow FAA Part 107 requirements, monitor conditions, and report findings to the client. Training and certifications are provided, and occasional nights or weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• Must hold FAA Part 107 certification.
• Experience operating drones for security patrols, site monitoring or inspections is preferred.
• Ability to set up and troubleshoot drone equipment and batteries.

Responsibilities

• Complete pre-flight checks and record each flight.
• Operate the drone in accordance with FAA rules and site restrictions.
• Monitor weather, battery levels, and airspace conditions during missions.
• Stop or pause flights if conditions are unsafe and report observations to the client.
• Transport and deploy drones and related gear at customer sites.
• Document incidents and maintain flight logs.

Skills

FAA Part 107 Certification

Drone operation

Equipment setup

Safety procedures

Tools

DJI drones

Job description

Service Robot Co. is seeking a Drone Operator for field work in Arlington, Texas. The role involves operating drones for security patrols, site monitoring, and inspections at customer sites under contract, with pay per shift or mission.

You will perform pre-flight checks, follow FAA Part 107 requirements, monitor conditions, and report findings to the client. Training and certifications are provided, and occasional nights or weekends may be required.