Top 6 Drone operators Jobs in Oregon

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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Kiewit Corporation —Medford, OR
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Overtime
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Quality control
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance

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Instrument Person / Rodman / Junior Survey Drone Technician

Andy Paris & Associates - powered by ZenaTech Inc. -
Beaverton, OR

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Job Details

Full-time
$19 - $24 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance

Qualifications

Field surveying
Autonomous drone operation
Drone operation
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Land surveying
Commercial drone operation
Remote Pilot Certificate

Full Job Description

About Us
ZenaTech (Nasdaq: ZENA | FSE: 49Q) is a technology company specializing in AI drones, Drone-as-a-Service (DaaS), enterprise SaaS, and quantum computing solutions for mission-critical business applications. Since 2017, the company has leveraged its software development expertise and expanded its drone design and manufacturing capabilities through ZenaDrone to innovate and enhance customer inspection, monitoring, safety, security, compliance, and surveying processes.

Job Description

ZenaTech is seeking an Instrument Person / Rodman / Junior Survey Drone Technician to support drone-based land surveying and geospatial operations. This is an entry-level position for candidates interested in both traditional survey fieldwork and drone technology, offering a clear growth path into advanced surveying and UAS operations.

This role is hands-on and physically demanding, requiring work outdoors in all weather conditions, as well as heavy lifting and manual survey tasks. Candidates must be prepared for the all aspects of surveying, including digging for monuments, carrying equipment, and working long hours in the sun or rough terrain.

This is a full-time, on-site role in Beaverton, OR.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with survey setup including GPS rovers, total stations, tripods, and ground control points.
Support drone crews during UAS missions (launch/recovery, battery changes, safety checks).
Perform field labor tasks:
Digging to uncover and set survey monuments.
Marking/staking points in soil, gravel, or uneven terrain.
Carrying and lifting survey/UAS equipment (up to 75 lbs).
Work outdoors in sun, rain, cold, mud, and rough terrain.
Collect and organize field data for mapping, boundary surveys, and construction projects.
Record accurate field notes, sketches, and barcode scans for asset tracking.
Ensure proper care, transport, and maintenance of survey and UAS equipment.
Follow safety standards and assist with field risk assessments.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent (Required). Coursework or degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, or GIS preferred.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (Required).
Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
Interest in surveying and drone technology; prior exposure a plus.
FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate and experience with drone technology.(High Asset, eligible for Junior Survey Drone Technician)

Here's why you should get an FAA Part 107/108 Remote Pilot Certificate

Phase 1: Upon attaining FAA 107/108 Certificate post hire you will receive a one-time $2000 bonus

Phase 2: You will be sent for training with our pilot staff. 60 days after successful pilot training you are eligible for a promotion to the salaried position of Junior Survey Drone Technician with a 10% increase pay based on previous hourly wage

"We are an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity utilizing hiring practices on merit and business needs. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and all others of legally protected status."

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance

Application Question(s):

Are you legally authorized to work in the United States of America?
This position is not remote — can you be in office 5 days a week?
What are your salary expectations?

Work Location: In person

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