Construction - Billboard Installer

Would you like to see a different part of your city every day from a bird’s-eye view? This action-packed role provides all the training and equipment to start your full-time career in outdoor advertising. Join our Lamar office in Latham, New York as an Operations crew member and help bring advertising campaigns to life for brands in Latham and the surrounding areas.

About the role

This entry-level, full-time position focuses on installing and maintaining billboards, including advertisement installation, structural maintenance, and cosmetic upkeep. The role typically works independently and requires effective schedule management. As part of Lamar’s operations crew, you’ll experience the city from heights while building and maintaining structures that keep communities informed.

Responsibilities

• Remove and hang flexes and vinyls from billboards
• Cut and prepare flexes and vinyls for installation
• Cut, prepare, and install copies on Tri-Visions
• Build and install billboard extensions
• Cut brush/weeds and conduct storm damage repairs
• Perform minor electrical repairs
• Maintain a clean workshop area
• Use power/manual tools while adhering to safety regulations
• Attend installer and construction safety meetings as required
• Maintain operation vehicles, tools, equipment, and machinery
• Take completion photos for proof of performance of installations
• Document installations through photographs and written logs

Requirements

• Ability to work alone and manage your work schedule effectively
• Willingness to work at heights up to 100 feet above the ground
• Strong communication skills; fluency in English (speaking and reading)
• Ability to work well with others
• Basic computer skills, including Internet navigation and Microsoft Word & Excel
• Ability to work from ladders and carry tools to the worksite
• Working knowledge of electrical and fabrication skills and techniques
• Skill in reading technical documents, such as blueprints and diagrams
• General knowledge of Lamar, DOT, and OSHA safety regulations
• Ability to safely use construction equipment
• Ability to climb and work at heights safely
• Skill in practical applications of mathematics for construction and operations tasks
• Skill in setting priorities based on job responsibilities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Valid driver’s license (required)
• Ability to complete OSHA 10-hour Construction course (required)
• CDL and Non-CDL licenses (a plus, but not required)
• Previous experience working at heights up to 200 ft. above ground (preferred)
• Construction and/or billboard installation experience (a plus, but not required)

Benefits

• Monday - Friday, 5:00am - 1:30pm work schedule
• Hourly rate of $24/hour, dependent on relevant experience and qualifications
• 120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure
• 12 paid company holidays, including President's Day and Juneteenth
• Comprehensive 6-week training program
• Career advancement opportunities
• Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs
• Multiple medical plan options and health savings account
• Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident coverage
• Short & long-term disability and paid parental leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401k plan with company match
• Up to $1,200 value in employer-paid HSA contributions and cash rewards for wellness program participation
• People-first culture focused on connection, community involvement, and transparency

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Primary work environment is outdoors, requiring ability to work in adverse weather conditions
• Ability to climb to heights up to 200 ft.
• Heavy lifting (up to 100 pounds)
• Extensive bending, pushing, reaching, and stooping
• Sitting less than 50% of the time; standing, walking, driving, and climbing regularly
• Nights spent away from home traveling are less than 10%
• On-call shifts may be required

Founded in 1902, Lamar Advertising Company is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in the world, with over 360,000 displays across the United States and Canada. Lamar provides ad space through billboards, interstate logos, handpainted murals, transportation and airport displays, and the largest network of digital billboards in the U.S.