Environmental Drone Operator

Environmental, Municipal & Commercial UAV Operations

Company: CWP Environmental | Clean Water Pro | Vantage Drones Location: Carman, Manitoba (Field-Based) Employment Type: Full-time or Seasonal Full-time (Spring to Fall), with growth potential Apply To: Eric Melvin – eric@cleanwaterpro.ca

Company Description

Clean Water Pro specializes in assessing and improving the clarity, health, and quality of ponds, lakes, lagoons, and other waterbodies. Through comprehensive physical, chemical, and biological assessments, we evaluate water quality parameters including nutrients, vegetation, turbidity, dissolved oxygen, and overall ecosystem health.

Our team develops science-based treatment strategies tailored to each site and works alongside municipalities, commercial clients, agricultural operations, and environmental organizations throughout Manitoba and beyond.

Together with CWP Environmental and Vantage Drones, we combine environmental science with advanced UAV technology to deliver innovative services including environmental monitoring, mapping, inspections, aerial treatment applications, and geospatial data collection.

Our team works on meaningful projects that improve water quality, protect ecosystems, and support sustainable environmental management.

About the Role

We are looking for a hands-on Environmental Drone Operator to execute UAV missions across environmental, municipal, agricultural, and commercial projects.

This is a field-based technical position, not a sales or office role. You will operate professional DJI UAV platforms, collect high-quality aerial data, support environmental treatment programs, and maintain mission-critical equipment while working within a structured, safety-first operation.

You will receive ongoing technical training and follow established operating procedures with clear supervision and defined escalation processes. As your skills and certifications grow, your responsibilities will expand.

Key Responsibilities

Drone Operations

Operate UAVs on assigned missions including:

• Environmental monitoring
• Pond and lagoon treatment support
• Mapping and surveying
• Municipal infrastructure inspections
• Commercial site operations
• Aerial photography and videography
• Geospatial data collection

Responsibilities include:

• Complete pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight procedures
• Execute approved mission plans exactly as assigned
• Capture imagery, mapping data, and flight information
• Maintain accurate flight records and mission documentation

Environmental Application Support

Assist with or conduct drone-based spraying and spreading operations where properly licensed and authorized.

Responsibilities include:

• Follow all product labels and environmental regulations
• Complete application documentation
• Maintain treatment records
• Support environmental field crews

Licensed operators may lead applications. Others will assist until required licensing is obtained.

Equipment Maintenance

Maintain operational readiness of:

• UAVs
• Payload systems
• Batteries
• Controllers
• GPS equipment
• Accessories

Responsibilities include:

• Inspection
• Cleaning
• Calibration
• Charging
• Preventative maintenance
• Reporting equipment issues immediately

No equipment is flown with unresolved technical concerns.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all Transport Canada regulations
• Adhere to company SOPs
• Complete flight logs and maintenance records
• Participate in safety reviews
• Support incident reporting when required
• Operate professionally on municipal, agricultural, industrial, and remote sites

Training & Development

Receive structured training in:

• Advanced flight operations
• Mapping workflows
• Environmental monitoring
• Drone spraying
• Equipment maintenance
• Mission planning
• Data collection

Support demonstrations, customer training, and field events when requested.

Reporting Structure

Technical Supervision: Director of Technical Operations (Eric Melvin)

Task Scheduling: Control Tower

All work is assigned through structured operational systems.

Mission changes are not made independently.

If conditions change in the field:

• Stop work
• Contact supervision
• Await further instruction

Required Qualifications

Required

• Transport Canada Basic or Advanced RPAS Certificate
• Valid driver's licence
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Strong attention to detail
• Safety-first mindset
• Ability to follow SOPs consistently
• Ability to lift and transport field equipment

Preferred

• Environmental field experience
• Agricultural experience
• Municipal operations experience
• DJI Enterprise platform experience
• DJI Agras experience
• Mapping or inspection experience
• Spray Applicator Licence (or willingness to obtain)
• Background in Environmental Science, Water Resources, GIS, Biology, Agriculture, or related disciplines

Skills & Attributes

We're looking for someone who is:

• Safety focused
• Calm under pressure
• Reliable
• Technically curious
• Physically capable of field work
• Detail oriented
• Comfortable working independently after training
• Professional with clients and municipal staff
• Committed to continuous learning

What Success Looks Like

Successful operators consistently:

• Conduct safe, compliant flights
• Execute missions accurately
• Complete thorough documentation
• Maintain equipment in excellent condition
• Minimize rework and operational errors
• Grow into increasingly independent mission execution

Career Growth

This role can progress into positions such as:

• Senior Drone Operator
• Environmental Application Specialist
• Drone Trainer
• Technical Lead

Advancement is based on demonstrated skill, professionalism, reliability, and adherence to company systems.

Why Join Us?

• Work on meaningful environmental projects across Manitoba and beyond
• Operate industry-leading DJI equipment, including:
• Matrice 400
• Matrice 4T
• Matrice 4E
• Mavic 3M
• Agras T100
• Structured training and mentorship
• Clear operating procedures and strong safety culture
• Opportunities for long-term career growth
• Diverse projects in environmental science, mapping, inspections, and aerial applications

How to Apply

Please send your resume along with a brief summary of your drone experience and certifications to:

Eric Melvin eric@cleanwaterpro.ca

Please include:

• Your Transport Canada RPAS certification level
• Any environmental, agricultural, mapping, inspection, or spraying experience
• Relevant DJI platform experience

Our operating philosophy:

"I execute the mission exactly as assigned. If conditions change, I stop and escalate."