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.

About the role

Join Lamar’s St. Cloud, Minnesota team as an Operations crew member. You’ll install and maintain billboards—including advertisement installation, structural upkeep, and cosmetic repairs—across St. Cloud and surrounding areas. This entry-level, full-time position often works independently and requires effective schedule management.

As part of Lamar’s construction and operations crew, you’ll experience the city from a bird’s-eye view while building and maintaining structures that keep communities informed. Lamar is a certified Great Place to Work, with 86% of employees in agreement, and has been named a “Best Company to Work For” by U.S. News & World Report.

Responsibilities

• Remove and hang flexes and vinyls from billboards
• Cut, prepare, and install flexes, vinyls, and 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
• 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 (comfort with heights up to 200 feet preferred)
• Strong communication skills; fluency in English (reading and speaking)
• Ability to work well with others
• Basic computer skills (Internet navigation, Microsoft Word & Excel)
• Ability to work from ladders and carry tools to worksites
• Working knowledge of electrical and fabrication skills/techniques
• Skill in reading technical documents (blueprints, diagrams)
• General knowledge of Lamar, DOT, and OSHA safety regulations
• Ability to safely use construction equipment
• Skill in practical applications of mathematics for construction/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. (preferred)
• Construction and/or billboard installation experience (a plus, but not required)

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Primary work environment is outdoors, including 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: less than 10%
• On-call shifts may be required

Pay

Hourly range of $20 - $24, dependent on relevant experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 6:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Benefits

• 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 engagement
• People-first culture focused on connection, community involvement, and employee feedback transparency

About Lamar

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.

Lamar operates with honesty and integrity, prioritizing transparency with employees and customers while fostering a family-like culture in each office. The company is committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly business practices.