Field Operations Specialist — Drones & Weather Seeding

Lever, Inc.; Pendleton (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full health coverage

Job summary

Rainmaker is seeking a Field Operations Specialist to execute remote, weather-exposed drone deployments during overnight windows. You will join a small field team and rapidly adapt to terrain and conditions.

Load the Agile Deployment Vehicle, perform pre-flight checks, and collaborate with meteorologists to ensure precise seeding operations. This is a contract role through April 30, 2027 with overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must work in remote, weather-exposed environments.
• Must have valid driver's license and be able to travel.
• Ability to operate within a small field team and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support overnight seeding operations and perform pre-flight checks.
• Coordinate with meteorologists and field crew to deploy drones and equipment.

Skills

Field resilience

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Travel willingness

Driver's license

Experience in field operations

Mechanical aptitude

UAS experience

FAA Part 107

Logistics/Inventory

GIS familiarity

Backcountry experience

Job description

Rainmaker is seeking a Field Operations Specialist to execute remote, weather-exposed drone deployments during overnight windows. You will join a small field team and rapidly adapt to terrain and conditions.

Load the Agile Deployment Vehicle, perform pre-flight checks, and collaborate with meteorologists to ensure precise seeding operations. This is a contract role through April 30, 2027 with overtime opportunities.