What are the responsibilities and job description for the Drone Operations Coordinator position at Randstad Digital Americas?
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly organized, safety-driven UAS Operations & Vendor Coordinator to support daily field operations and oversee vendor performance across a defined geographic region. This role is responsible for ensuring operational readiness, coordinating vendor personnel, and maintaining strict compliance with safety and quality standards.
The ideal candidate brings strong operational discipline, experience managing vendor teams, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, field-based environment. You will play a critical role in supporting aircraft and equipment inspections, identifying deficiencies, and driving timely resolutions to meet client expectations.
location: Hollister, California
job type: Solutions
salary: $35 - 38 per hour
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: No Degree Required
Responsibilities
Job Duties -
Proven experience in operations coordination, vendor management, or field operations
Ability to schedule and manage personnel in dynamic, fast-paced environments
Strong understanding of safety protocols and quality assurance practices
Experience Conducting Inspections (aviation, UAS, Or Technical Environments Preferred)
Familiarity with aircraft standard practices or willingness to learn UAS maintenance procedures
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve equipment issues quickly
Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
Ability to manage vendor performance and enforce accountability
Comfortable working in a field-based environment with travel between locations
Flexibility to work varied schedules (early mornings, evenings, weekends as needed)
Basic proficiency with reporting tools and documentation systems
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Required Certifications & Compliance
FAA Part 107 Certification (Required)
Valid driver's license with insurance
Ability to pass background check and motor vehicle record (MVR) screening
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in UAS (drone) operations, aviation, or logistics environments
Prior experience supporting multi-site field operations
Familiarity with inspection documentation systems and operational reporting tools
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
We are seeking a highly organized, safety-driven UAS Operations & Vendor Coordinator to support daily field operations and oversee vendor performance across a defined geographic region. This role is responsible for ensuring operational readiness, coordinating vendor personnel, and maintaining strict compliance with safety and quality standards.
The ideal candidate brings strong operational discipline, experience managing vendor teams, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, field-based environment. You will play a critical role in supporting aircraft and equipment inspections, identifying deficiencies, and driving timely resolutions to meet client expectations.
location: Hollister, California
job type: Solutions
salary: $35 - 38 per hour
work hours: 8am to 5pm
education: No Degree Required
Responsibilities
Job Duties -
- Coordinate and schedule vendor personnel to ensure full operational coverage
- Ensure daily availability of vendor staff to meet client requirements
- Oversee vendor activities across multiple locations, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and compliance standards
- Manage performance, productivity, and accountability of Tier 1 vendor teams
- Conduct aircraft inspections, including pre-flight and post-flight checks
- Perform routine aircraft standard practices in alignment with UAS Maintenance Manual guidelines
- Inspect operational sites ("nests") and equipment before and after use to ensure readiness
- Identify equipment deficiencies and coordinate repair or replacement with internal teams and clients
- Monitor crew equipment and ensure all required tools and resources are available
- Maintain accurate documentation of inspections, deficiencies, and corrective actions
- Communicate operational updates, issues, and resolutions to internal stakeholders
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and safety
- Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Proven experience in operations coordination, vendor management, or field operations
Ability to schedule and manage personnel in dynamic, fast-paced environments
Strong understanding of safety protocols and quality assurance practices
Experience Conducting Inspections (aviation, UAS, Or Technical Environments Preferred)
Familiarity with aircraft standard practices or willingness to learn UAS maintenance procedures
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve equipment issues quickly
Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
Ability to manage vendor performance and enforce accountability
Comfortable working in a field-based environment with travel between locations
Flexibility to work varied schedules (early mornings, evenings, weekends as needed)
Basic proficiency with reporting tools and documentation systems
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Required Certifications & Compliance
FAA Part 107 Certification (Required)
Valid driver's license with insurance
Ability to pass background check and motor vehicle record (MVR) screening
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in UAS (drone) operations, aviation, or logistics environments
Prior experience supporting multi-site field operations
Familiarity with inspection documentation systems and operational reporting tools
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Salary : $35 - $38