Surveyor Drone Pilot I - Primoris Heavy Civil - Belton, TX
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $45,200.00 - $78,700.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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 renowned leader in heavy civil construction with a rich history dating back to the 1920s, is currently seeking a talented Surveyor / Drone Pilot to join its team in Belton, TX. Formerly known as James Construction Group, Primoris Heavy Civil has cemented its reputation as one of the most respected contractors in the Gulf Coast region. The company became part of the larger Primoris Services Corporation in 2009, which is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the symbol PRIM. With a broad portfolio covering power generation, oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities... Show More
Job Requirements
- FAA Part 107 remote pilot certificate required
- demonstrated experience operating heavy-lift Class 2+ drones (16+ lbs)
- technical proficiency in PPK workflows, photogrammetry, LiDAR acquisition, and mapping software platforms
- strong understanding of FAA regulations and flight authorization processes
- ability to work independently in the field with minimal supervision
- excellent attention to detail and record-keeping skills
- ability to travel on short notice including nights and weekends
- availability for travel 2+ weeks per month
Job Qualifications
- FAA Part 107 remote pilot certificate required
- 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 2+ weeks per month based on project schedules and operational needs
Job Duties
- Conduct PPK-enabled drone flights using Class 2+ heavy-lift drones
- 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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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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