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Bees360, INC.

I worked with Bees360, Inc. as a 1099 subcontracted Drone Operator and Underwriting Inspector. The work itself was straightforward, independent, and often enjoyable—especially if you're someone who finds homes and property inspection interesting. I appreciated the flexibility in scheduling and the autonomy in how I approached each assignment.

Support was generally available when I needed it, and I had the opportunity to work with a few excellent Operations Managers who were approachable and professional (though unfortunately, one of the best was terminated during my time there). Compensation was fair and always paid on time, though it's important to note there is no direct reimbursement for gas, vehicle wear-and-tear, or insurance—only travel range bonuses in some cases. These business expenses must be offset during tax season, which isn't ideal for everyone.

The biggest downside was the inconsistency in workload. Early on, there was a decent volume of jobs, but after taking a break to finish school obligations, I found it difficult to get back into the workflow. I lost my “White Glove” rating due to inactivity, and work opportunities essentially dried up afterward. Additionally, HR and payroll communication was often painfully slow, which could be frustrating when trying to resolve time-sensitive issues.

Overall, it’s a decent gig for those looking for flexible, short-term or supplemental work—especially if you’re self-motivated and already set up as a contractor—but it lacks the stability and support structure some might expect from long-term work.

The past reviews for Bees360 do not reflect my experience working for them. Fortunately, I live in a highly populated state that experiences frequent, damaging storms. Other reviews describe driving great distances for little or no pay, but I was frequently compensated for mileage, or if not, I was given more jobs in an area to make it worth the trip. Also, you start with just doing underwriting claims, which take about 15 minutes per job. After getting the hang of those, you can start doing damage inspections, which have a base pay of $75. I could usually complete those in about 30 minutes. I frequently had days where I would work 2 or 3 claims inspections and a handful of underwriting inspections. On these days, it wasn't uncommon to clear $200.  The downside is that the jobs are not always consistent and sometimes it was feast or famine, so having another gig was a must. I had a couple of different companies that I was working for at the same time and I just dedicated certain days to doing Bees360. I believe that the property insurance industry is heading in the direction of using unmanned aircraft for roof inspections. Much cheaper for them to complete inspections more quickly by sending a pilot, rather than having to send a licensed adjuster. There is definitely a future for this kind of work and I think that Bees360 is in a great position to be the top of its class.

I was interviewed, competency tested, and provided immediate work upon acceptance as a 'pilot'.
It seemed great until the first job. The management claimed there would be work in the state I lived in soon, but requested I complete a job in another state entirely. Not a problem except after finishing and submitting the photos. There were no phone calls, no follow-up, the payment that was billed to their own in-house app hasn't been paid, this work was completed 6+ months ago. Recommend avoiding until they can reach out and remedy their faults and get this idea off the ground. The company's concept is brilliant. The in house app for pilots could use some refining, however it definitely makes the work submissions easier than most other contractor-based organizations. The execution of payment and follow-up with this company is atrocious, to put it lightly. 

The CEO of this company is pretty disrespectful on many aspects. I was stood up the day of my interview, on two different set times!

I've also been scheduled for jobs in another state, TWICE! Even though the jobs were outside of my set travel preferences in the app, I was still expected to go to them. The round trip drive was 4 hours and they still wanted me to do the jobs for the same amount of pay as close-by jobs. I declined. Pretty sure that upset them but hey, I'm not one to be taken advantage of.

The pay is not that great for jobs, and they will offer you the same amount of pay REGARDLESS of what the drive distance is. 30, 60, 90, 200 miles........ the offered pay is the same. The funny thing, I have seen the EXACT SAME 100% job offered on other platforms for more money than they even offered me! This tells me that pay is not consistent.

No way this would ever be a main job for someone. A side job at best and even that is a stretch since they never have any jobs available. I would suggest exploring other avenues for aerial work, as Bees360 will just try to take advantage of you by offering low pay and scheduling jobs at very short notice (sometimes 24 hours or less).

B360 is an innovator in the property inspection industry by combining enhanced aerial drone and AI systems to produce comprehensive reports for the insurance industry. Behind any technological startup, there are the people you work with... which are supportive, flexible and sociable. Always ready to assist you to solve a problem when we're out in the field. It's a great feeling to know you have an amazing team supporting you in the community.

Like all startup companies, you have growing pains and victories as the company continues to grow. This is normal while the company is trying to adjust for many factors at hand. As a pilot inspector, I have the freedom to work on the go and when I can. This is an awesome fit for me. The best part, I get to fly high in the sky, over your roof and back again. Which saved our customers cash at the end.

Probably only major complaint is that you only have 3 to 4 days to do a project. Normally that’s okay, but if you need airspace clearance through Drone Zone that’s 72 hrs right there. I’ve also had several issues with clients not getting back to me or returning my calls which is a pain. It’s pictures for insurance purposes so it’s easy work and easy flying, but sometimes the jobs can be 25 miles away which is a pain for 25 bucks. Most jobs pay 25 to 35 dollars and each takes 15 to 20 minutes. Fortunately, I drive a hybrid so the driving doesn’t bother me personally. Don’t have high expectations and don’t do this as a full-time job or you’ll go broke. It’s a supplement for additional income. That’s about it. Treat it like that and it’s not a bad gig I guess.

This company does not pay well for the work asked of you. You will run your own vehicle into the ground. You must provide your own drone insurance. The work is not consistent in a given area because it’s giving inspections based on new or renewing insurance policies or occasional claims. They recently introduced a bidding function in the work app that allows them to take advantage of people’s desperation, in order to get the lowest price for the work. This is not a Job for someone who wants to have money or a career. It may be practice for making calls to strangers and flying drones but it is not a sustainable source of income and you will have to do other things like Uber or run your own full time business while making time to fulfill the random inspection schedule.

Seemed like a great opportunity when I came across it and interviewed. They said I’d be a contracted employee doing roof inspections using my drone, making $100-300 dollars a day. However, each job only pays $25 or $35 depending on the the work required. So in order to make $100-300 a day, you’d be doing upwards of 10 jobs a day. BUT in my 4 months there, I’ve worked 5 jobs total. The money was definitely over-hyped. I would only recommend this job if you are doing it as a side hustle! No where near busy enough to be full time (in my personal experience). It IS nice however, being able to make your own schedule and set up your day how you’d like. Fun work for drone pilots but not enough work to be worth it.

Although the pay was kinda low, the tasks are easy thanks to their platform. However, upper management decided to hide bonuses. This meant pilots would gamble on their profit. Minimum insurance accepted runs $100 month, gas, travel time, etc…. Vs $30 a site (+possible unlikely bonus). Some houses would have multiple pitches in heavily wooded areas. 
Organization was nonexistent as customers would not have time to contact their clients before we scheduled appointments. Causing majority to believe the inspections were a scam. 

Very productive most people are very nice competitive pay sometimes could be better but for a new pilot it is a good way to have a more remote job. The team will help you out if you have tech issues! Good gig to have to get started with the drone industry!  As a pilot for them it makes me feel good to go out and make the same amount I could to work $20 an hour for 10 hours. In just an hour or so and to meet great people and show off a new niche to people and present safety/professional to people!

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Operations coordinator 1 salary reported	$35,000 per year
Controller 2 salaries reported	$106,250 per year

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