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Surveyor / Drone Pilot

All Aviation Jobs · Fort Lauderdale, FL · 2 days ago
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We need to output HTML fragment with sections: About the role (position summary), Responsibilities, Requirements (maybe combine required qualifications?), Qualifications? The instructions: Use

for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). Use
  • for any list of duties/requirements/benefits, and

    for prose. Do NOT repeat the job title as a heading. Do NOT put Job ID / requisition numbers as headings — fold minor metadata into a short

    or drop it. Preserve ALL substantive information; do NOT invent or summarize away detail. Remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions. IMPORTANT: include a section ONLY when the posting has real, specific content for it — never emit a heading followed by filler/placeholder text (e.g. "commensurate with experience", "not specified", "N/A", "varies", "TBD") and never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless the posting actually states them. Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones. We have content: Position Summary (About the role). Key Responsibilities (list). Required Qualifications (list). Preferred Qualifications (list). Physical & Travel Requirements (list). No explicit Benefits, Pay, Schedule. So we should not create those sections. We need to decide which headings to use: About the role (position summary), Responsibilities, Requirements (maybe combine required qualifications?), Qualifications (maybe preferred qualifications?), Skills? Could combine required and preferred into Qualifications? But instructions say we can use headings like Requirements, Qualifications, Skills. We need to preserve all substantive info. We could have sections: About the role (position summary), Responsibilities, Required Qualifications, Preferred Qualifications, Physical & Travel Requirements. However they said prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones. Could combine Required and Preferred Qualifications into a single Qualifications section with subheadings? But we cannot use subheadings other than h3? We could still have multiple h3 sections; but they said prefer few substantive sections over many thin ones. Having 5 sections might be okay if each has substantive content. Let's see: About the role (summary paragraph). Responsibilities (long list). Required Qualifications (list). Preferred Qualifications (list). Physical & Travel Requirements (list). That's 5 sections. Could we combine Required and Preferred into Qualifications with two lists? Might be better: Qualifications section containing both required and preferred, maybe with

    indicating required vs preferred? But we need to preserve all info; we could still separate with tags inside

    . However they said use

    • for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. So if we combine required and preferred into one list, we lose distinction. Could we have two lists under same heading? That's okay: under Qualifications heading, we could have a

      for required qualifications list, then another

      for preferred qualifications list. But they said use

      • for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. So each list should be its own
          . So we could have under Qualifications heading:
            for required, then another
              for preferred. That's fine. Similarly Physical & Travel Requirements could be a section. Thus sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Qualifications, Physical & Travel Requirements. We need to ensure we don't create Pay/Schedule/Benefits. Now we need to extract the content. Position Summary paragraph: "The Drone Pilot / Surveyor is responsible for performing aerial data collection, mapping, surveying support, and construction documentation across utility-scale solar EPC projects. This position utilizes Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), survey equipment, and specialized mapping software to collect accurate field data used to support engineering, estimating, construction, project controls, and site management. Working within a fast-paced, self-perform EPC construction environment, the Drone Pilot / Surveyor will support projects throughout the construction lifecycle—from existing-condition and preconstruction surveys through earthwork, pile installation, electrical construction, progress tracking, quantity verification, and final project documentation. The ideal candidate combines strong UAS flight capabilities with practical surveying and construction knowledge and understands how accurate, timely field data directly impacts the successful execution of large-scale solar projects." That's the prose. Responsibilities: list of bullet points from "Key Responsibilities". Need to preserve each bullet as
            • . The bullet points are separated by periods? Actually they are sentences but we can treat each line as a bullet. Let's extract each bullet: - Plan and conduct UAS/drone flight operations across large utility-scale solar construction sites in accordance with FAA regulations, company procedures, and project requirements. - Collect high-resolution aerial imagery and survey data for mapping, topographic surveys, construction progress, inspections, and project documentation. - Perform photogrammetry and aerial mapping to produce Ortho mosaics, digital terrain models (DTMs), digital surface models (DSMs), point clouds, and other project deliverables. - Support site surveying activities utilizing GPS/GNSS, RTK, robotic total stations, and other survey equipment as required. - Establish, verify, and maintain survey control throughout the duration of construction. - Support construction layout and verification activities for roads, grading, drainage, equipment pads, pile locations, electrical infrastructure, substations, and other project components. - Perform existing-condition and preconstruction aerial surveys to document site conditions prior to mobilization and construction. - Conduct routine progress flights to document construction status and provide project teams with current aerial imagery. - Assist with earthwork quantity calculations, stockpile measurements, cut/fill analysis, and verification of completed work. - Support grading operations by providing accurate surface data and comparing existing conditions against design surfaces. - Provide survey and aerial data to support pile installation, tracker/racking construction, module installation, underground electrical systems, inverter/transformer locations, and other solar construction activities. - Compare collected field data against IFC drawings, design models, and project specifications to identify potential discrepancies. - Support quality control activities by documenting installed conditions and assisting with verification of completed construction. - Process and manage drone imagery and survey data using applicable photogrammetry, CAD, GIS, and mapping software. - Coordinate with Project Managers, Superintendents, Survey Managers, Engineers, Project Controls, and field personnel to determine survey and aerial data requirements. - Maintain accurate flight logs, survey records, field notes, control documentation, and project files. - Organize and maintain aerial imagery and survey data so information is readily accessible to project teams. - Identify potential site, design, or construction issues through review of aerial and survey data and communicate findings to project leadership. - Maintain UAS equipment, batteries, survey instruments, and associated technology in proper working condition. - Perform pre-flight inspections and evaluate weather, airspace, site conditions, and potential hazards prior to flight operations. - Ensure all UAS operations comply with FAA Part 107 requirements and applicable federal, state, local, client, and company requirements. - Coordinate flight activities with project safety and field leadership to ensure drone operations do not interfere with cranes, equipment, electrical work, or other construction activities. - Support multiple projects and travel between active construction sites based on project needs. Now Required Qualifications list: - High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Surveying, Geomatics, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, GIS, or related technical discipline preferred. - Current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate required. - Previous experience operating drones/UAS for surveying, mapping, engineering, or construction applications. - Working knowledge of surveying principles, coordinate systems, elevations, benchmarks, and construction layout. - Experience collecting and processing aerial imagery for photogrammetry and mapping applications. - Experience with GPS/GNSS and RTK survey equipment. - Ability to read and interpret civil plans, grading plans, site layouts, construction drawings, and specifications. - Understanding of survey control and the importance of horizontal and vertical accuracy in construction applications. - Strong computer and data-management skills. - Ability to work independently in large, active construction environments while coordinating effectively with field personnel. - Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy. - Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. - Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities across multiple projects. - Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record. - Ability and willingness to travel extensively based on project requirements. Preferred Qualifications list: - Previous experience supporting utility-scale solar, renewable energy, heavy civil, power generation, or large-scale EPC construction projects. - Experience working for a self-perform EPC or heavy civil contractor. - Experience with DJI Enterprise, Trimble, Leica, Topcon, or similar professional UAS and survey equipment. - Experience with photogrammetry and mapping platforms such as Pix4D, DroneDeploy, Propeller, Trimble Business Center, or similar applications. - Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS, or comparable design/mapping software. - Experience creating Ortho mosaics, point clouds, surface models, contour maps, and volumetric reports. - Experience performing cut/fill analysis and earthwork quantity verification. - Experience with Ground Control Points (GCPs), checkpoints, RTK/PPK workflows, and survey-grade drone mapping. - Familiarity with solar site grading, pile installation, tracker systems, access roads, drainage systems, underground electrical collection systems, substations, and related utility-scale solar construction. - Surveyor-in-Training (SIT/LSIT) certification or related surveying credentials are a plus but not required. Physical & Travel Requirements list: - Ability to travel extensively and potentially remain near project sites for extended periods based on construction schedules. - Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions. - Ability to walk large utility-scale solar sites over rough and uneven terrain. - Ability to stand and walk for extended periods while performing field operations. - Ability to carry and set up drone, survey, GPS, and related field equipment. - Ability to work around heavy construction equipment while maintaining appropriate situational awareness. - Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE). - Must be able to travel by vehicle and air as required. Now we need to output HTML fragment with sections. We'll use

              About the role

              then

              with the summary paragraph. Then

              Responsibilities

              then
                with each responsibility as
              • . Then

                Qualifications

                then we need two lists: maybe

                Required Qualifications

                ? But we cannot use other headings? The instruction only mentions using

                for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). It doesn't forbid other headings, but says use

                for section headings. It might be okay to use

                for sub-sections, but to be safe we could just put two
                  under Qualifications with a

                  indicating required vs preferred. However they said use

                  • for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. So we need to wrap each list in
                      . We can have a

                      preceding each list to label them. That's acceptable. Thus:

                      Qualifications

                      Required Qualifications:

                        ...

                      Preferred Qualifications:

                        ...
                      Similarly for Physical & Travel Requirements:

                      Physical & Travel Requirements

                        ...
                      We must not include any boilerplate like location, job type, reports to, travel etc. Those are minor metadata; we can fold into a short

                      or drop. The instruction: "Do NOT put Job ID / requisition numbers as headings — fold minor metadata into a short

                      or drop it." So we could include a short paragraph at top with location, job type, etc. But they said prefer few substantive sections over many thin ones. Including a metadata paragraph might be okay. However they said remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-op

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