As a Drone Operator, you'll be based at a local drone nest site, where you'll conduct pre- and post-flight inspections, operate advanced unmanned aircraft, and ensure safe, on-time deliveries to customers. This role offers steady schedules (40 hrs/week between 8 AM - 8 PM) and local assignments, with only occasional travel between sites for coverage.
What's in it for you?
- Competitive pay & consistent hours
- Paid training, including a week in Dallas, TX (travel, lodging, car rental, and per diem covered)
- Be part of cutting-edge drone technology transforming delivery services
What you'll need:
- Active FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
- Reliable transportation & clean MVR
- Comfort working outdoors in various Florida weather conditions
- Strong attention to safety and operational procedures
Start Date: Target September 15, 2025 (may shift slightly)
Locations: New Port Richey, Palm Harbor, Tarpon Springs, Brandon, Hudson, FL
If you're a certified drone pilot ready to put your skills to work in a high-tech, safety-focused environment, we want to hear from you!
location: Orlando, Florida
job type: Contract
salary: $25 - 28 per hour
work hours: 8am to 6pm
education: No Degree Required
responsibilities:
- Perform aircraft inspections (including pre-flight and post-flight inspections), daily start of day and end of day activities
- Perform routine aircraft standard practices (as defined in UAS Maintenance Manual)
- Perform nest equipment inspections (including pre-flight and post-flight inspections), daily start of day and end of day activities
- Replace equipment as required
- Participate in Crew Briefs
- Maintain communications with the Pilot-in-Command
qualifications:
Must pass BGV and MVR and have a valid part 107 certification/license
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skills:
- FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (active and in good standing)
- Proficient in UAS flight operations (multirotor and/or fixed-wing)
- Experience with pre-flight and post-flight inspections
- Ability to perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting on drones and related equipment
- Strong understanding of aviation safety protocols and FAA regulations
- Comfortable working outdoors in variable weather conditions
- Reliable transportation and valid driver's license with clean MVR
- Ability to follow detailed checklists and operational procedures
- Competence using mobile apps and software platforms for drone operations and communications
- Strong situational awareness and problem-solving skills in dynamic environments
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
