Field Operations & Drone Deployment Lead

Lever, Inc.; Mammoth Lakes (CA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Job summary

Rainmaker is seeking a Field Operations Specialist for overnight seeding missions in mountainous regions. You will deploy drones and support gear from a mobile unit, perform pre-flight checks, and ensure successful seeding operations to contribute to water resource management.

The role requires comfort with remote environments, physical demands, and frequent travel. This contract position ends April 30, 2027, with overtime opportunities and an hourly rate commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work in remote, weather-exposed environments.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Reliable, self-directed with minimal supervision.
• Able to operate effectively in a small field team.
• Willingness to travel, including remote or international locations.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee overnight seeding missions in mountainous terrain.
• Load and operate drones, generators, laptops, and comms equipment.
• Execute pre-flight checks and ensure mission safety in cold conditions.
• Deliver seeding operations to produce snowmater for water resources.

Skills

Remote work readiness

Attention to detail

Self-directed

Team collaboration

Travel readiness

Valid driver's license

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Google Earth

Job description

Rainmaker is seeking a Field Operations Specialist for overnight seeding missions in mountainous regions. You will deploy drones and support gear from a mobile unit, perform pre-flight checks, and ensure successful seeding operations to contribute to water resource management.

The role requires comfort with remote environments, physical demands, and frequent travel. This contract position ends April 30, 2027, with overtime opportunities and an hourly rate commensurate with experience.