Job Description

Position Overview

The UAS Pilot / Data Analyst – Civil Services plays a key role in bringing civil engineering, surveying, and construction projects to life through cutting-edge drone technology. This position blends hands-on UAS field operations with technical data analysis, collecting high-quality aerial data and transforming it into accurate maps, models, and reports used for terrain modeling, volume calculations, and surface analysis. You’ll be responsible for conducting and quality-checking all aerial drone flights, ensuring data accuracy from takeoff to final deliverable. In addition to technical work, this role supports business growth through strong customer service and collaboration across project teams.

A solid understanding of civil surveying is essential, along with proficiency in Beitzel Corporation’s products and services. This position offers variety and challenge, with a flexible schedule, travel opportunities, and the chance to work extended hours—including evenings, weekends, holidays, and overnight assignments—as project needs arise.

What You'll Do

• Coordinate with the Project Managers, Group Managers, and customers to provide and follow an accurate schedule for collection of flight data
• Plan, execute, and document UAS flight missions for construction and excavation sites, ensuring compliance with FAA Part 107 and all safety, environmental, and operational regulations
• Conduct pre-flight planning, airspace reviews, and risk assessments for each mission
• Maintain consistent QA/QC procedures for data accuracy, flight documentation, and analysis outputs
• Process flight data to create orthomosaics, digital terrain models (DTMs), and 3D site maps for excavation and grading analysis
• Identify surface features or inconsistencies that may impact excavation activities to assist with cut-and-fill volume calculations as needed
• Integrate aerial data with survey control points, GPS datasets, and civil design files
• Prepare detailed reports, visual models, and progress maps for use by project managers, engineers, and contractors

Working Conditions

• Walk, sit, stand, and drive for extended periods of time
• Navigate through challenging terrain with difficult access
• Talk, hear, read, write and type
• Regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Perform duties outdoors in various weather conditions

What You'll Bring

• 5+ years of FAA approved drone operations and survey data processing experience
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate required
• Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain status as a company approved driver
• Experience in excavation, earthworks, or civil site design preferred
• Proficiency with drone mapping and data processing software
• Experience with GIS, CAD, and 3D modeling tools
• Experience with LiDAR and photogrammetry workflows for terrain and volume modeling
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently, under minimal supervision, while maintaining a high level of integrity Strong data visualization and reporting skills

How We'll Support You

WE ARE NOW EMPLOYEE OWNED

Employees are beneficial owners through an ESOP (Employee Stock Option Plan) that works through a qualified retirement plan.

Perks/Benefits 

• Comprehensive Benefits
• Health/Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Short/Long term disability
• Paid time off and holidays
• Paid lodging, per diem, and transportation provided for out-of-town work
• Employee focused work environment
• On-the-job mentoring and training
• Internal job postings
• Performance and salary reviews
• Employee feedback program
• Safety-first and drug free work environments
• Bonuses and incentives for working safely
• Company provided tools and basic safety equipment
• PPE allowances with no restrictions on vendors
• Weekly pay with premium pay for Sundays and holidays
• Advancement through defined employee career paths
• Financial tools/programs to help employees reach financial goals, manage money, get out of debt, and save for the future
• Scholarship opportunities for dependent children

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

This position requires the completion of a thorough background and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. In accordance with The Company’s Drug and Alcohol policy, employees are required to participate in random, post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing as requested.

AAP/EEO Statement  This Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities without regard to any protected classes under applicable law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

ADA Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Min

USD $22.00/Hr.

Max

USD $36.00/Hr.

About Us

Beitzel Corporation is an Industrial Construction and Service Company with over 50 years of experience in the Energy, Mining, Industrial Construction, Aggregate, and Renewables Industries. The Corporate Headquarters are located in Grantsville, MD with several offices throughout the country. Are you looking for a place to expand your skills and grow in a career? Our company promotes continuous learning, diverse work opportunities, and flexibility. We also provide defined career path advancement, full benefits, and a variety of apprenticeship/continuing education programs. We pride ourselves on the versatility of our skillsets and the variety of services that we provide to our customers. We maintain a high level of respect and dignity for our employees, customers, and for the communities that we serve. We have always held a high regard for providing a flexible work-life balance for our employees and we will continue to do so. We are a diverse and rapidly growing company that is continually on the lookout for emerging markets and opportunities. As an employee, the keys to success are maintaining a positive, can-do attitude and a strong sense of ambition and safety. These key attributes have contributed greatly to the success of our company and to the advancement of our workforce. Openings for experienced workers and training for entry level positions are always available. Start a career with us today!

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Daily paid, Temporary work, For contractors, Apprenticeship, Flexible hours, Night shift, Afternoon shift

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