Reality Capture Drone Pilot
Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated Reality Capture / Drone Pilot to support surveying engineering infrastructure and construction projects across Ontario. This position involves frequent travel to project sites to capture high-quality drone imagery LiDAR and reality capture data. The successful candidate will operate UAV equipment safely collect accurate field data and assist with project documentation and deliverables.
- Travel extensively throughout Ontario to conduct drone and reality capture missions.
- Operate UAVs safely and in compliance with Transport Canada regulations.
- Capture aerial imagery videos photogrammetry LiDAR and reality capture datasets.
- Conduct pre-flight planning site assessments risk evaluations and equipment checks.
- Establish survey control and coordinate with survey crews and project managers.
- Maintain field records and project documentation.
- Upload organize and transfer collected data to processing teams.
- Represent the company professionally while working at client sites.
- Valid G-class drivers licence with a clean driving record.
- Ability and willingness to travel throughout Ontario including overnight travel when required.
- Advanced or Basic RPAS Pilot Certificate (or ability to obtain one).
- Experience operating DJI or similar drone platforms.
- Strong understanding of field data collection practices.
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather and site conditions.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Experience with reality capture photogrammetry LiDAR or surveying.
- Familiarity with Trimble Leica or other survey equipment.
- Knowledge of Civil 3D TBC DJI Terra Pix4D Metashape or similar software.
- Experience supporting infrastructure transportation utility or construction projects.
- Ability to travel regularly across Ontario.
- Ability to lift and carry field equipment.
- Comfortable working in active construction and industrial environments.
- Competitive salary;
- 4 weeks of annual vacation;
- Complete group insurance program upon entry (health and dental components paid by the employer);
- Group RRSP with employer contribution to a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP);
- 24-hour access to a virtual doctor (telemedicine);
- Training and development programs;
- Employee assistance program;
- Active social club and health and wellness committee;
- Diverse innovative and stimulating environment;
- A company built on values of respect; integrity and a job well done;
- Firm recognized as one of Canadas Best Managed Companies.
- Corporate clothing program
Required Skills:
Travel extensively throughout Ontario to conduct drone and reality capture missions. Operate UAVs safely and in compliance with Transport Canada regulations. Capture aerial imagery videos photogrammetry LiDAR and reality capture datasets. Conduct pre-flight planning site assessments risk evaluations and equipment checks. Establish survey control and coordinate with survey crews and project managers. Maintain field records and project documentation. Upload organize and transfer collected data to processing teams. Represent the company professionally while working at client sites. Requirements Valid G-class drivers licence with a clean driving record. Ability and willingness to travel throughout Ontario including overnight travel when required. Advanced or Basic RPAS Pilot Certificate (or ability to obtain one). Experience operating DJI or similar drone platforms. Strong understanding of field data collection practices. Ability to work outdoors in various weather and site conditions. Strong communication and organizational skills. Experience with reality capture photogrammetry LiDAR or surveying. Familiarity with Trimble Leica or other survey equipment. Knowledge of Civil 3D TBC DJI Terra Pix4D Metashape or similar software. Experience supporting infrastructure transportation utility or construction projects. Ability to travel regularly across Ontario. Ability to lift and carry field equipment. Comfortable working in active construction and industrial environments.