Drone Pilot (Fort McMurray)

Rockwood

fort mcmurray, ab, Canada
Full-time
Posted June 17, 2026

Job Description

Position Overview

The RPAS/UAV Drone Inspection Pilot will be responsible for the growth, success, and operation of Acuren's Unmanned Inspection Services in Canada. Charged to design a world‑class industrial inspection program using uniquely qualified experts and remotely piloted vehicles to help solve difficult problems.

Position Details

Start Date: July 2026
Shift: Monday‑Friday, 40 hours/week
Applicants must be local to Fort McMurray, AB.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct RPAS operations in accordance with Transport Canada regulations, company procedures, and client requirements.
  • Perform visual inspections, reality capture missions, and data acquisition activities utilizing drones, robotics, and advanced sensor technologies.
  • Collect high‑quality imagery, LiDAR, thermal, photogrammetric, and other inspection datasets to support client deliverables.
  • Process and review inspection, mapping, and reality capture d...