Drone Operator — Bakersfield, California

Job overview

The Drone Operator role is onsite field work in Bakersfield, CA, with assignments at customer sites. Compensation is not specified; the posting describes pay per shift or mission. Service Robot Co. helps businesses select, deploy, and maintain commercial robots, with ongoing support. The operator conducts drone patrols, monitoring, and inspections while following FAA Part 107 requirements and site-specific rules. The role supports customer site operations by completing safe flights, reporting observations, and documenting equipment issues or incidents.

What you'll do

• Complete pre-flight checks
• operate and record drone flights
• follow FAA Part 107 requirements and site-specific rules
• monitor weather, signal, battery, and airspace conditions
• stop or cancel unsafe flights
• report observations to customers or site teams
• transport and set up equipment
• troubleshoot problems and document incidents.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

drone operator

drone operations

field work

site monitoring

security patrols

inspections

faa part 107

safety procedures

bakersfield ca

service robot co.

paid training

certification

pay per shift or mission

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Selected candidates receive free online and in-person training and required industry certifications
• the first assignment is paid.

Why this role

Applicants new to drones may apply and complete training and certification; training and certifications are free for selected candidates. Occasional nights, weekends, and on-call work may be required.

About the employer

Service Robot Co. is hiring for this role. Industry: Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services. Sector: 54.