Drone Spray Technician

Drone Spray Technician

DCS is a family owned and operated business with treating all employees like family at the core of our values. Our employees provide innovative, safe, and high-quality infrastructure/maintenance contracting services to State DOTs, railroads, and other commercial/residential customers across the entire United States. Employees receive generous compensation packages, employee engagement events & career development programs, just to name a few of the perks of being part of the DCS family!

To provide quality service, we need top-of-the-line employees. That is why we offer great compensation, awesome benefits, and a work environment worth bragging about!

Job Description

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform drone spray applications in an industrial environment
• Operate in full compliance with FAA Part 107 regulations and internal safety guidelines
• Provide demonstrations to customers as requested
• Work on eventual launch into DCS field operations which will require substantial travel throughout the US based upon customer acceptance of program
• Conduct routine drone maintenance, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure optimal drone performance
• Evaluate job sites for flight feasibility, safety risks, and operational efficiency.
• Maintain professional communications with customers and other stakeholders

Drone Operation Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience in operating drones, particularly in agricultural or chemical application roles.
• Proficiency with drone control software and flight planning tools.
• Capability to perform comprehensive pre-flight inspections, plan flight paths, and conduct missions safely and efficiently.
• Familiarity with equipment calibration, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting processes.

Qualifications

Additional Skills & Attributes:

• Exceptional attention to detail, especially regarding safety protocols and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Interest in research & development and creating processes
• Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability to new technologies and methodologies.
• Spray experience is preferred

Licenses & Certifications:

• Possess a FAA Part 107 Commercial Remote Pilot License or be able to pass the exam within 1 month of hire.
• When applying herbicides, the pilot also typically needs an FAA Part 137 certificate, which is for agricultural aircraft operations. DeAngelo Contracting Services currently has this certificate in place
• A Commercial Applicator's License is preferred (company-provided training is available if not currently certified). Multi state licensing will be eventually required for commercial applications.

Physical & Driving Requirements:

• Hold a valid driver's license with at least 5 years of clean driving history.
• Ability to travel up to 3 weeks at a time as well as operate a truck with trailer.
• Ability to lift between 50-60 pounds.

Pay rate will be dependent upon applicant background and experience.

Additional Information

DeAngelo Contracting Services offers competitive benefit packages to all employees. This includes but is not limited to, company sponsored medical, dental, vision & life insurance policies, per diems for time spent away from home, Paid time off, paid holidays and significant amounts of career development opportunities just to name a few!

Come be a part of the DeAngelo family, today!

DCS is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all hiring and employment regulations. In the event an ADA accommodation is needed, DCS is happy to help all employees achieve gainful employment in an atmosphere where they are appreciated and respected.