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Lenier Barnes

Ruskin,USA

Summary

Dynamic Lead Remote Pilot Operator at Team Fishel, specializing in UAV Lidar flight planning and data analytics.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Remote Pilot Operator

Team Fishel
Brandon, FL
01.2022 - 10.2024
  • Experience with flying Microdrones Md4-1000 LR (Lidar Payload), DJI Matrice 350 RTK, DJI Mavic 2 Zoom, and Skydio X10.
  • Experienced with manually flying in and around energized utility lines, electrical poles, and other aerial structures.
  • Responsible for always maintaining complete awareness of the surroundings and known hazards during drone flight operations.
  • Responsible for examining all gear (drone, props, controllers, monitors, batteries) prior to each flight and pause operations if anomalies are found.
  • Responsible for maintaining daily crew flight and inspection activity logs.
  • Responsible for cleaning all gear upon return to main office at the end of each day and return items to correct locations for safe storage.
  • Able to safely operate drones in close quarters, able to execute emergency landing procedures in the event of signal loss or other danger (e.g., sudden high winds).
  • Responsible for planning drone survey missions using Mdcockpit app by Microdrones.
  • Responsible for the processing of captured drone data using PIX4D photogrammetry processer, creating 2D & 3D Ortho mosaic maps.
  • Responsible for training new drone pilots in the operations and safety of flying the Md4-1000 Lidar Drone.
  • Responsible for obtaining LAANC authorizations before drone missions through Aloft Air Control app.
  • Responsible for checking weather conditions before drone missions and during drone missions. (UAV Forecast app, Air Control app, AutoPylot)

Right of Way Agent

Team Fishel
Brandon, FL
07.2021 - 12.2021
  • Identify and contact landowners to acquire easements, leases, or fee simple titles.
  • Negotiate terms, conditions, and compensation with landowners.
  • Prepare and present offers, agreements, and other documents.
  • Conduct titles searches, review property records, and analyze land use data.
  • Identify potential issues, such as environmental concerns or zoning restrictions.
  • Verify land ownership, boundaries, and existing easements.
  • Collaborate with other departments, such as engineering, surveying, and construction.

Claims Operations Specialist

Sapiens
Bradenton, FL
07.2019 - 04.2020
  • Respond to inquiries and concerns in a timely and professional manner.
  • Resolve customer complaints and issues in a fair and efficient manner.
  • Evaluate and process claims in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Determine coverage and liability and manage recommendations for claim settlements.
  • Maintain accurate and detailed records of claims, including documentation of investigations, analysis, and resolutions.
  • Prepare and submit reports to management and other stakeholders.

Care Coordinator (Subject Matter Expert)

Carecentrix
Tampa, FL
09.2013 - 05.2019
  • Assist medical providers and patients with referral intake.
  • Assist medical providers with obtaining authorizations for Home Healthcare services and medical equipment.
  • Verify and update member eligibility and benefits.
  • Assist team members when needed on irate or difficult provider or member calls.
  • Assist with training of new hires.

Education

Univ. Of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
Pine Bluff, Arkansas
05.1990

High School Diploma -

Pahokee Jr. Sr. High School
01.1987

Skills

  • UAV Lidar flight planning
  • Day and night navigation
  • Remote sensing
  • GIS imaging and mapping
  • Data analytics
  • Drone platforms (Skydio, DJI, Autel, Microdrones)
  • Drone mapping software
  • Data analysis tools
  • GIS applications
  • Photogrammetry software (Pix4DMapper, Drone Deploy)
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Diverse environment adaptability
  • Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
  • Communication skills
  • Team collaboration

Certification

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot, 4403774, 07/07/20

Timeline

Lead Remote Pilot Operator

Team Fishel
01.2022 - 10.2024

Right of Way Agent

Team Fishel
07.2021 - 12.2021

Claims Operations Specialist

Sapiens
07.2019 - 04.2020

Care Coordinator (Subject Matter Expert)

Carecentrix
09.2013 - 05.2019

Univ. Of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

High School Diploma -

Pahokee Jr. Sr. High School
Lenier Barnes