LiDAR Technician

Turner Mining Group

8d • $22 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The LiDAR Technician will travel nationwide to conduct manual flights for powerline and utility visual inspections using LiDAR. This role involves creating flight plans, conducting ground surveys, capturing high-quality LiDAR imagery, and performing pre-flight and post-flight operations. The technician will also be responsible for the operation and maintenance of supporting equipment, performing daily maintenance on LiDAR equipment, and conducting quality checks on collected data. Additionally, the technician will serve as a point of contact with clients regarding project scope, scheduling, deliverables, and follow-up.

Requirements

• Strong ability to learn and master multiple software packages, data collection platforms, and associated workflows.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot License

Responsibilities

• Travel nationwide to conduct manual flights for powerline and utility visual inspections using LiDAR.
• Create flight plans for the LiDAR aerial capture, conduct ground surveys, and establish GCPs.
• Capture high-quality LiDAR imagery for critical infrastructure and environmental safety.
• Conduct pre-flight and post-flight operations, including but not limited to airspace coordination, equipment assembly and tear-down, and hazard mitigation.
• Be responsible for the operation and maintenance of supporting equipment, including a 4x4 truck, computer workstation, on-board inverters, and batteries.
• Perform daily maintenance/cleaning on all LiDAR equipment to ensure quality capture and longevity of the equipment.
• Perform quality checks on collected data to ensure accuracy and meet the client's needs.
• Serve as a point of contact with clients regarding project scope, scheduling needs, deliverables, and follow-up.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed