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Drone Operator- Surveyor 1
Kiewit Corporation —Medford, OR
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Overtime
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Quality control
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Instrument Person / Rodman / Junior Survey Drone Technician
Andy Paris & Associates - powered by ZenaTech Inc. —Beaverton, OR
- $19 - $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Instrument Person / Rodman / Junior Survey Drone Technician
Weddle Land Surveying & KJM Land Surveying - powered by ZenaTech Inc. —Beaverton, OR
- $19 - $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Senior UAS Training & Standardization Specialist
KH Aerospace —Portland, OR
- Military
- Travel
- Senior level
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1-3 years of paid photography experience. Robust portfolio of commercial photography ( 12 individual shoots of 12 awesome images each ).
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Drew Media —Bend, OR
Reliable car, valid driver’s license, and insurance. Have / Willing to obtain FAA Part 107 license within 30 days of hire (reimbursement available).
$20 - $45 an hour
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DEXA - Drone Express —Hilliard, OH
Possess a valid Remote Pilot Certificate issued in accordance with Part 107. Experience with mapping software, GPS technology, and flight planning tools.
$55,000 - $63,000 a year
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Asymmetric Unmanned LLC —Worthington, OH
Must have and maintain a current and valid driver’s license. Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and any experience with driving off-road vehicles, e.g.,…
$47,301 - $56,185 a year
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Drone Operator- Surveyor 1

Kiewit Corporation -
Medford, OR

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Full-time
$75,000 - $85,000 a year

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Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

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Cross-functional communication

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Drone Operator – Transmission & Distribution Inspection

Kiewit Power Delivery | Field-Based Role

Position Overview

Kiewit is seeking a skilled Drone Operator to support inspection of overhead transmission and distribution (T&D) infrastructure for utility and energy projects across the U.S. This role focuses on conducting detailed aerial inspections of power line assets, capturing high-resolution data for condition assessment, and supporting maintenance, reliability, and engineering teams.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience performing UAV-based utility inspections, understands structure and conductor components, and is comfortable working in active utility corridors and construction environments.

Key Responsibilities

Aerial Inspection Operations
Operate UAVs to perform detailed inspections of transmission and distribution systems, including structures, insulators, conductors, hardware, and associated assets.

Power Line Asset Inspection
Capture high-resolution imagery and video (and thermal data, if applicable) to identify defects such as damaged components, corrosion, vegetation encroachment, and clearance issues.

Right-of-Way (ROW) Assessment
Inspect and document vegetation conditions, encroachments, access routes, and environmental constraints along utility corridors.

Data Capture & Quality Assurance
Ensure consistent, repeatable data collection aligned with inspection standards and client requirements, maintaining high accuracy and reliability.

Data Processing & Deliverables
Process and organize inspection data into actionable outputs, including annotated imagery, inspection reports, and geospatial datasets for engineering and asset management teams.

Safety & Compliance
Conduct all UAV operations in compliance with FAA Part 107 regulations, Kiewit safety protocols, and client-specific utility requirements, including energized line considerations.

Project Coordination
Collaborate with utility clients, engineers, asset managers, and field teams to plan inspection missions, define data requirements, and deliver timely results.

Equipment Management
Maintain UAV platforms, sensors (visual and thermal), and support equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable field operations.

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Regular, reliable attendance
Work productively and meet deadlines timely
Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
FIELD ROLES ONLY May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

Base Compensation: $75,000/yr - $85,000/yr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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