Join Our Team
Hummingbird Drones™ is a BC-based tech company that, since 2015, has pioneered the use of drones in the wildfire space. Our innovative technology, our techniques, and our passion for delivering the highest quality products has helped us grow to become the market leaders in Canada. After our busiest fire season ever, and an increase in operations demand province-wide, we are expanding our products, upgrading our capabilities, and growing our team.
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Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Field Crew position is a versatile role designed to work outdoors, in the field as both a team leader and crew member. You’ll be responsible for mission planning, ensuring the crews are prepared to drive and navigate major highways FSR roads & trails, safely operating drones and other equipment, communicating with clients & managers, problem-solving with limited access to cell/internet connection, and ensuring the capture of high-quality data that we will use to make the detailed, accurate maps we are known for.
This is a part-time/casual or full-time position based in Kamloops, BC. Our busiest season is spring/summer.
We are not actively hiring right now, but we are always looking for always looking for great people to join our team!
What we offer:
A dynamic & growing tech start-up atmosphere, with opportunities for advancement and to take on new challenges
Transport Canada’s Advanced RPAS pilot training & certification
An exciting & varied job among some of the most beautiful scenery in Canada
All expenses are paid for travel when work takes you out of Kamloops for more than a day.
$22 - $25/hour. Wage is dependent on relevant experience
Wildfire wage of $350 - $450 per day
What we are looking for:
Self-motivated & quick thinker with excellent situational awareness
A background in wildfire, search and rescue and/or forestry is a strong asset
Experience in drone operations is considered an asset
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills are essential
An affinity for field work, being outside and travelling
Proven dynamic leadership of small teams
Strong attention to detail & a high level of organization
Curiosity & a desire to continue to learn
Valid Class 5 BC driver’s license
Occupational First Aid + Transportation Endorsement
To apply, click here.
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Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Field Crew position is a versatile role designed to work outdoors, in the field, as a member of our drone operations team. You’ll be responsible for mission planning, driving and navigating major highways FSR roads & trails, safely operating drones and other equipment, communicating with clients, crew leaders, & managers, problem-solving with limited access to cell/internet connection, and ensuring the capture of high-quality data that we will use to make the detailed, accurate maps we are known for.
This is a casual position that could become full-time by the spring. Spring and summer are our busiest seasons.
We are not actively hiring right now, but we are always looking for great people to join our team!
What we offer:
A dynamic & growing tech start-up atmosphere, with opportunities for advancement and to take on new challenges
Transport Canada’s Advanced RPAS pilot training & certification
An exciting & varied job, among some of the most beautiful scenery in Canada
All expenses paid travel when work takes you out of Kamloops for more than a day.
$20 - $24/hour. Wage is dependent on relevant experience
Wildfire wage of $350 - $450 per day
What we are looking for:
Self-motivated & quick thinker with excellent situational awareness
A background in wildfire, search & rescue and/or forestry is a strong asset
Experience in drone operations is considered an asset
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills are essential
An affinity for field work, being outside and travelling
Strong attention to detail & a high level of organization
Curiosity & a desire to continue to learn
Valid Class 5 BC driver’s license
Occupational First Aid + Transportation Endorsement
To apply, click here.