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Surveyor Drone Pilot I - Primoris Heavy Civil - Belton, TX

Waco, TX, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $20.00 - $34.25
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

competitive compensation
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
long-term disability insurance
short-term disability insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
Holiday pay
Community service paid time off
Pet coverage
Legal assistance coverage
Award-winning safety programs

Job Description

Primoris Heavy Civil, a division of Primoris Services Corporation, is a leading heavy civil contractor with a rich history dating back to the 1920s. Known for its expertise in heavy highway construction, infrastructure rehabilitation, and transportation industries, Primoris Heavy Civil has earned a reputation as one of the most respected contractors in the Gulf Coast region. The company operates under the larger umbrella of Primoris Services Corporation, which is publicly traded on the NYSE under the symbol PRIM and is ranked in the top 1 percent of the Top 600 Specialty Contractors List by Engineering News-Record (ENR). Primoris provides a... Show More

Job Requirements

  • FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate required
  • Experience operating Class 2+ heavy-lift drones
  • Technical proficiency in PPK workflows and mapping software
  • Knowledge of FAA regulations and flight authorization processes
  • Ability to work independently and manage complex survey workflows
  • Strong attention to detail and excellent record-keeping skills
  • Willingness to travel on short notice including nights and weekends

Job Qualifications

  • FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
  • Demonstrated experience operating heavy-lift Class 2+ drones (16+ lbs)
  • Strong technical knowledge of PPK workflows, photogrammetry, LiDAR acquisition, and mapping software platforms
  • Ability to analyze project requirements and convert them into safe, efficient flight plans
  • Strong understanding of FAA regulations, controlled airspace, and flight authorization processes
  • Ability to work independently in the field with minimal supervision
  • Excellent attention to detail with strong record-keeping and data-management skills
  • Must be able to travel with short notice including nights and weekends
  • Expected travel of 2+ weeks per month based on project schedules and operational needs

Job Duties

  • Conduct PPK-enabled drone flights using Class 2+ heavy-lift drones (16 lbs minimum)
  • Capture high-accuracy data for photogrammetry, LiDAR, topographic and construction survey applications
  • Execute full end-to-end flight operations including mission planning, pre-flight safety checks, and field execution
  • Prepare and submit flight authorizations, waivers, and required FAA documentation
  • Maintain compliance, up-to-date flight logs, data records, and equipment checklists
  • Process, organize, and deliver aerial survey data to project teams in a timely and accurate manner
  • Support field or office operations when not engaged in drone flights
  • Uphold and model Primoris safety standards in all aspects of field work

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Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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