Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Skip to job details
E
Edko
Drone Visual Observers
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
Career Insights for Drone Pilot
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Texas data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
A Drone Pilot operates and maintains a drone. They perform a variety of duties with drones including flying them, aerial photography, and aerial videography. May work with government organizations, real estate professionals, surveyors, environmental scientists, and media production companies.
$55,282 / year median in Texas
Job Description
Drone Visual Observers Edko - 2.7 Houston, TX Job Details Seasonal 21 hours ago Benefits Fuel card Qualifications Outdoor work experience Radio communication systems Map reading Driver's License Full Job Description Edko, LLC is seeking visual observer (VO) candidates to aid our Pilot staff in UAV/drone operations.
A background in forestry, arboriculture, experience with UAVs or a related field is beneficial but not required.
Personnel will perform work along right-of-ways and road sides. Visual Observers will participate in all aspects of drone missions and will also be required to perform herbicide applications when the conditions are unfavorable for drone flight. Requirements Excellent communication skills. Ability to work in inclement weather. Ability to interpret and follow maps. Ability to use a laptop, radio communications, and mobile apps. Valid Driver License with a clean driving record is required. Ability to work independently for long hours and out of town with extended overnight travel. Vegetation management experience, tree knowledge and ID skills, or drone experience is a plus. Responsibilities Excellent communication skills. Ability to work in inclement weather. Ability to interpret and follow maps. Ability to use a laptop, radio communications, and mobile apps. Valid Driver License with a clean driving record is required. Ability to work independently for long hours and out of town with extended overnight travel. Vegetation management experience, tree knowledge and ID skills, or drone experience is a plus. Benefits Seasonal positions that could become permanent. Edko, LLC offers competitive wages and excellent benefits. Company Vehicle/Gas Card supplied for work related purposes. Meals and lodging are covered by company while traveling out of town. Pre-employment drug screen required.
A background in forestry, arboriculture, experience with UAVs or a related field is beneficial but not required.
Personnel will perform work along right-of-ways and road sides. Visual Observers will participate in all aspects of drone missions and will also be required to perform herbicide applications when the conditions are unfavorable for drone flight. Requirements Excellent communication skills. Ability to work in inclement weather. Ability to interpret and follow maps. Ability to use a laptop, radio communications, and mobile apps. Valid Driver License with a clean driving record is required. Ability to work independently for long hours and out of town with extended overnight travel. Vegetation management experience, tree knowledge and ID skills, or drone experience is a plus. Responsibilities Excellent communication skills. Ability to work in inclement weather. Ability to interpret and follow maps. Ability to use a laptop, radio communications, and mobile apps. Valid Driver License with a clean driving record is required. Ability to work independently for long hours and out of town with extended overnight travel. Vegetation management experience, tree knowledge and ID skills, or drone experience is a plus. Benefits Seasonal positions that could become permanent. Edko, LLC offers competitive wages and excellent benefits. Company Vehicle/Gas Card supplied for work related purposes. Meals and lodging are covered by company while traveling out of town. Pre-employment drug screen required.