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Drone / Robotics Operator, Senior

Start: **ASAP**

Contract Length: **12 months to start, likely to extend**

Pay: **$35.00 - $43.00 per hour (depending on experience)**

A Senior Drone/Robotics Operator is responsible for the advanced operation and management of drones and robotics systems used to identify electric assets and deficiencies and determine severity of damage/degradation.

Responsibilities may include:

• Planning and executing complex missions or projects using drones or robotics systems.

• Leading a team of operators and technicians in the setup, calibration, and operation of equipment.

• Conducting advanced pre-flight or pre-operation checks to ensure equipment is functioning properly.

• Operating drones or robotics systems during missions and overseeing the collection and recording of data.

• Monitoring equipment performance and making advanced adjustments as necessary.

• Analyzing data collected from missions or projects and providing insights or recommendations.

• Developing and implementing maintenance and repair procedures for equipment.

• Ensuring compliance with safety protocols and regulations for drone or robotics operation.

• Keeping up-to-date with advancements in drone and robotics technology and recommending adoption of new technologies.

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate drones or robotics systems into larger projects or operations.

Qualifications:

• 3 years - Electric utility experience – Ability to identify electric assets and deficiencies and determine severity of damage/degradation.

• 4 years - Drone Operator – Must hold FAA Part107 certification and understand airspace regulations

• Program Management – Working with Subject Matter Experts, must be able to develop program processes and procedures while building a mechanism to track progress, savings, and ROI.

• Ability to work outdoors in extreme hot and cold environments while navigating uneven terrain

• Safety mindset for both human and assets protection

• Strong communication skills and a willingness to push implementation of drone across programs

• Drone experience: DJI Pilot, PIX4D, DJI Terra

• someone who is outgoing and can build meaningful relationships with the SMEs to ease the process of implementation.

• Clear and concise communication skills with a desire to innovate.

**Pay Details:** $35.00 to $43.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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+ The California Fair Chance Act

+ Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

+ Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

+ San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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