What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Drone Pilot for Roof Inspections position at Terraerial Drone Services?
Terraerial is seeking a detail-oriented, tech-savvy Part-Time Seasonal Pilot to conduct cutting-edge roof inspections in Metro Detroit & the Lansing area. We are partnering with a local roofing company and need pilots for the 2025 season.
If you’re passionate about drones, thrive in independent fieldwork, and looking for a way to learn new skills while holding home insurance companies accountable, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Capture high-resolution aerial imagery: Use your drone to snap detailed, 25 MP photos of roofs following specific guidelines—no editing or reports needed!
- Conduct thermal inspections after sunset when needed: Pilot our provided thermal drone to identify hidden issues (training included!).
- Upload data: Upload photos accurately and efficiently same-day.
- Geographic range: We are looking for pilots based in Lansing & the Metro Detroit area. This role may require driving upwards of 1.5 hours, but will usually be contained to a few regions within southern Michigan.
Rates & Schedule
- Pay: Earn $25/hour with potential end-of-season bonuses or rate increases based on performance.
- Hours: Work ~15 hours weekly, Thursday to Saturday afternoons/evenings. Depending on weather, flights may be pushed back a day.
- Mileage/Equipment: Mileage reimbursement, hands-on training with advanced equipment, and the thrill of mastering thermal drone technology!
Qualifications:
- ✅ Active Part 107 License.
- ✅ A drone with 25 MP resolution and multiple batteries (plus a car charger to stay powered on the go!). We are looking into providing extra equipment to improve efficiency.
- ✅ Tech readiness: A reliable laptop for quick photo uploads from the field.
- ✅ Reliable vehicle: Willingness to drive throughout Metro Detroit and/or Lansing area.
Why Terraerial?
These inspections do more than make a roofing company money. Our photos help build a case against insurance companies so that homeowners can receive repairs they are entitled to.
We know it can be difficult to find drone work. We were there, too. Our team wants to help motivated pilots learn new skills and gain experience. The goal is to bring up everybody around us as our company grows.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15 per week
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
Application Question(s):
- What region are you based in and are you willing to travel around Metro Detroit/Lansing/potentially other areas? (ex. if you're based in Lansing but can't travel across the state regularly, that's fine, we just want to know what you're comfortable doing).
- Are there any dates/times you are NOT able to work? This position will mostly require availability on Thursday-Saturday in the afternoons and evenings, but can change depending on weather.
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25