Part-Time Drone Pilot: Field Mapping & Inspections

Acrewatch LLP; South Charleston (OH); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

AcreWatch is seeking a part-time Drone Pilot to join our hybrid team in South Charleston, OH. You will plan and conduct UAV flights for crop scouting, field mapping, and infrastructure inspection, ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality data capture.

Responsibilities include basic drone maintenance, flight logging, and coordinating with project managers. This role supports training activities and contributes to continuous improvements in flight procedures, with flexibility for variable

Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in drone piloting for commercial missions.
• Experience with UAV systems including pre-flight planning and in-flight decision-making.
• Ability to support training activities related to drone operations and safety.
• Valid FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.
• OSHA 10 or 30 General prerequisites.
• Ohio Commercial Applicators License preferred; not required.
• Strong understanding of FAA regulations and safe flight operations in agricultural settings.
• Comfort with mapping software and mission planning tools.
• Reliable transportation to field locations in and around South Charleston, OH.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct UAV flights for crop scouting, field mapping, and infrastructure inspection.
• Operate drones in compliance with FAA regulations and AcreWatch safety protocols.
• Perform basic drone maintenance, flight logging, and data capture verification.
• Coordinate with project managers and clients to understand mission objectives and timelines.
• Support training activities and contribute to flight procedure improvements.

Skills

Drone piloting expertise

UAV systems experience

Training facilitation

Strong communication

Outdoor work readiness

Education

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

OSHA 10 or 30 General

Ohio Commercial Applicators License

Tools

Mapping software

Mission planning tools

Job description

AcreWatch is seeking a part-time Drone Pilot to join our hybrid team in South Charleston, OH. You will plan and conduct UAV flights for crop scouting, field mapping, and infrastructure inspection, ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality data capture.

Responsibilities include basic drone maintenance, flight logging, and coordinating with project managers. This role supports training activities and contributes to continuous improvements in flight procedures, with flexibility for variable