Drone Pilot or Home Inspector W/ Drone License
All Aviation Jobs · Santa Barbara, CA · 1 mo ago
Sales$48–$73/hrContract
About the role
We are seeking drone pilots who own their personal drone and hold an FAA Part 107 license to perform residential and commercial building inspections. Home inspectors with a drone license also qualify. This is a 1099 Independent Contractor position; compensation is per inspection (not hourly). Work location is in‑person, requiring local travel.
Responsibilities
- Inspect residential and commercial buildings, operating UAV in accordance with all applicable rules and regulations.
- Conduct roof, elevation, and interior/exterior inspections using reporting software.
- Coordinate with dispatch and property owners, schedule inspections, complete inspections, and return inspection data.
- Operate drone comfortably in close proximity to buildings and other objects.
- Act and present yourself professionally while representing Inspection Depot, DroneSnap.com, and clients.
Requirements
- Active FAA Part 107 UAV license.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Liability insurance.
- Own drone capable of flying in less‑than‑ideal conditions.
- Drone equipped with a camera of at least 1080p resolution.
- Reliable transportation for local travel.
Pay
Compensation ranges from $48.00 to $73.00 per hour (pay per inspection, not hourly).