UAV (Drone) Field Specialist

Intertek•Houston, TX

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a UAV (Drone) Field Specialist to join our Advanced Inspection Specialty Services (AISS) team in Houston. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in remote and advanced inspections. Intertek is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers, brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world. We go beyond Testing, Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide. Our Purpose: Bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life. Intertek's Industry Services delivers trusted and innovative global integrated solutions that ensure quality, safety and reliability in our customers' operations, supply chains and business processes.

Requirements

Certified FAA Part 107 pilot responsible for executing all aspects of UAV missions including flying, GPS ground control point capture, and other field tasks as needed.
Assessing data, providing quality checks, and providing deliverables of UAV missions: Surveying & Mapping, Visual asset inspection, Thermal, Emissions, and confined inspections etc.
14 CFR Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate or equivalent
2-3 years in Oil and Gas experience
Ability to travel as business needs dictate
Able to pass Annual, recurring and random Drug tests comprising of Urine, Hair, Breathalyzer tests etc.
Able to pass background checks for the purpose of qualifying for TWIC Cards.
Able to lift 50lbs or more
Ability to work on offshore facilities such as drill ships, FPSOs, semi-submersibles, production platforms, etc.
Operate a vehicle safely in oil and gas facilities and field sites.
Model Intertek’s 10X Energies at all times within the work place, practicing business the right way
Be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work
Ability to work in fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines
Must be detailed-oriented and able to effectively prioritize and organize workload, with efficient time management
Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal written and presentation formats
Must possess the fundamental technical and administrative skills required to perform the job duties
Must be customer focused and quality driven
Ability to travel as business needs dictate
Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record is required

Nice To Haves

Knowledge using Pix4D, Bentley, Agisoft Metashape, or other UAV software platforms.
Survey/GIS field experience and related software is a plus
Microsoft Office proficiency, including Word, Excel, and Outlook is required
Experience with UAV Elios 2/3 and or DJI M300/M350 and point cloud dataset processing experience

Responsibilities

Execute UAV Projects and additional field duties as needed.
Maintain UAV equipment in optimal condition.
Compile and submit daily reports, inspection reports, and inter-office communications including completed performance/inspection reports in a timely manner.
Perform flights while utilizing UAV.
Maintain UAV in optimal condition
Monitor and document UAV Projects, and the ability to communicate detailed feedback
Perform internal and external inspections to determine if it meets the acceptance criteria of a specific code (API 653, ASME Section V, etc.), standard, or document
Maintains a positive relationship between client, facility, and customer; and promote a positive attitude towards co-workers.
Ensures that all Intertek and site safety policies and procedures are being followed.
Receives direction from AISS Team Lead and works with other AISS technicians.