Construction - Billboard Installer

About the role

Our Lamar office in Tyler, TX is now hiring a new Operations crew member to help bring outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in Tyler, Texas and surrounding areas. This position involves installing and maintaining billboards, including the installation of advertisements, maintenance of structures, and upkeep of billboard cosmetics. Most often, this position works as part of an installation crew.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain billboards
• Remove and hang flexes, remove and hang vinyls, cut and prepare flexes and vinyls for installation
• Cut, prepare and install copy on Tri-Visions
• Maintain structures - repairs include but not limited to: tightening bolts, painting steel structures, repairing trim and various parts of the sign face and structure, change light bulbs as needed, paint structures, assemble structures and faces when required
• Build and install extensions, cut brush/weeds, conduct storm damage repairs, minor electrical repairs, and sweep/clean workshop area
• Use power/manual tools, must adhere to all safety regulations
• Attend safety meetings as required
• Maintain operation vehicles; maintain tools, equipment and machinery
• Responsible for taking completion photos for proof of performance

Requirements

• Good communication skills
• Ability to speak and read English fluently
• Basic computer skills including Internet navigation and Microsoft Word & Excel
• Ability to comply with Lamar safety standards while performing work
• Ability to work from ladders and to carry a ladder and/or other tools to the worksite from vehicle
• Working knowledge of electrical skills and techniques
• Working knowledge of fabrication skills and techniques
• General knowledge of Lamar, Department of Transportation (DOT), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety regulations
• Skill in the practical applications of mathematics, in relation to construction and operations tasks
• Ability to safely use construction equipment, in regards to the construction and maintenance of outdoor structures
• Ability to climb heights and work at heights above ground safely
• Ability to document installations, through photographs and written logs
• Education and experience: A high school diploma or equivalent is required. A valid driver’s license is required. Ability to complete OSHA 10-hour Construction course required. Preferred certifications, depending on location need: CDL/Non-CDL, Crane, Signal, Rigging, or LDD. Previous experience working at heights up to 200 ft. above ground preferred

Qualifications

• Ability to safely use construction equipment, in regards to the construction and maintenance of outdoor structures
• Ability to climb heights and work at heights above ground safely
• Ability to document installations, through photographs and written logs

Skills

• Good communication skills
• Ability to speak and read English fluently
• Basic computer skills including Internet navigation and Microsoft Word & Excel
• Ability to comply with Lamar safety standards while performing work
• Ability to work from ladders and to carry a ladder and/or other tools to the worksite from vehicle
• Working knowledge of electrical skills and techniques
• Working knowledge of fabrication skills and techniques
• General knowledge of Lamar, Department of Transportation (DOT), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety regulations
• Skill in the practical applications of mathematics, in relation to construction and operations tasks
• Ability to safely use construction equipment, in regards to the construction and maintenance of outdoor structures
• Ability to climb heights and work at heights above ground safely
• Ability to document installations, through photographs and written logs

Benefits

• 120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure
• 12 paid company holidays, including President's Day and Juneteenth
• A comprehensive 6-week training program
• Career advancement opportunities
• Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs to maximize your career potential
• 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 engaging in our wellness program
• A people-first culture that invests in connection, community involvement, and transparency around employee feedback

Pay

An hourly rate of $18 / hour, dependent on relevant experience and qualifications

Schedule

A Monday - Thursday 6am - 4:30pm work schedule

Company Information

• Founded in 1902, Lamar Advertising Company is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in the world.
• We provide ad space through: Billboards, Interstate logos, Handpainted murals, Transportation and airports, The largest network of digital billboards in the United States
• We live by the Golden Rule, and we operate with honesty and integrity in every aspect of our business.
• We are open with our employees, transparent with our customers, and loyal to the communities in which we serve.
• Each office has its own culture and family atmosphere, making employees feel connected both locally and nationally.
• We are committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly business practices and use a number of innovative strategies to reduce our environmental impact.

Contact Us

Please note: Upon submitting your application, you will be asked to complete an 8-15 minute personality assessment. This assessment compares your professional soft skills to the skills required for success in this role. Please answer honestly; this is not a test! Not completing this assessment could result in disqualification from consideration for this position. Candidates with a disability in need of an accommodation to fulfill our application requirements should email recruiting@lamar.com.