Drone Assistant (Part Time)

Position Overview:

The Drone Assistant supports seasonal agricultural drone operations, assisting with aerial application activities during the peak growing season. 

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Assist with agricultural drone operations during the months of July, August, and September
• Support the application of cover crops, fungicides, and nutritional products via drone technology
• Help with drone preparation, maintenance, and post-flight procedures
• Follow safety protocols and regulatory requirements for pesticide application and equipment operation
• Assist with loading, transporting, and staging materials and equipment
• Maintain accurate records

Reasonable Accommodations Statement: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the positio

• Ability to obtain a Pesticide Handler’s License 
• Ability to obtain or currently possess a Class B CDL or temporary CDL
• Must have a valid driver's license and be insurable
• Interest in agriculture, drone technology, or precision farming
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk and be on feet for 10-15+ hours a day 
• Ability to frequently bend, reach, squat & kneel
• Ability to go up and down stairs frequently 
• Capable to do repeated actions
• Works well in a team environment and communicates effectively with coworkers

Schedule: Must be available to work assigned days and hours, will be weather dependent. 

Work Environment: This position involves working primarily outdoors.  

Travel Requirements: Travel to producer sites will be required.  Company vehicle will be available.  

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of duties or responsibilities. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.