Earn Money Flying Drones and Improving Utility Infrastructure
Valmont’s UAS Inspection team is hosting a 6-day certification seminar for FAA-current UAS pilots. Training will two-days of online sessions, and four-days of onsite training.
Trainees completing the course will be provided ASCEND Level II certification and will potentially be offered a contingent pilot position as a Valmont employee.
This certification program is ideal for any FAA Part 107 holder seeking a career inspecting critical infrastructure nationwide. Training will be led by veteran pilots and inspectors with decades of real-world experience. Training is immersive with hands-on flight using the latest in commercial unmanned systems and sensors (visible & thermal). Training will also include inspection exercises on utility structures, communication towers, and transmission lines.
Trainees completing the course will be provided ASCEND Level II certification and will potentially be offered a position as a Valmont employee. Pilots holding this certification will be offered opportunities to conduct UAS inspections throughout the US and Canada. Additionally, pilots can continue their education by completing ASCEND Level III certification to operate specialized aerial cleaning and aerial robotic systems.
First, give yourself and your staff a round of applause for an outstanding training program. I felt like we were apart of a very successful exercise. Your tactful approach of being able to take fresh Part 107 holders regardless of experience and in 4-5 days, produce functional Matrice pilots is impressive. Travis, Brad, and Kevin are excellent instructors.
Jaryd Burt
PDM Tech II, APS
Thank you for the opportunity to take part in the Valmont training over the past couple of weeks. The entire Valmont team is really impressive and the training curriculum provided was amongst the best I’ve seen.
Jay Shears
UAS Pilot, CO
I attended the Ascend Level 2 training program provided by Valmont Industrial. The training provided was thorough and specific to the industrial infrastructure inspection process. The training was enjoyable and done with standard safety protocols. I left the training feeling confident in conducting UAS inspections and working with other staff to accomplish the job as required.
Allen Turner
UAS Pilot, TX
I wanted to take a moment and send you and the rest of the team a great big Texas thank you for the hospitality and training that you provided. It was very much appreciated!
Adam Franklin
UAS Pilot, TX
Some of the best training that I’ve been to yet, including what I’ve experience from law enforcement and military. Jake, Steve and Carl were second-to-none and experts at delivering instruction. Their knowledge and environment they created, allowed me to cut through the stress of flying a $20k drone in close quarters, and very importantly, how do the job of inspections. I couldn’t imagine doing the work without the training, and I highly recommend ASCEND!
Det. Ryan Larson
Lakewood PD, WA