Construction - Billboard Installer
Our Lamar office in Indianapolis, Indiana is hiring a new Operations crew member to install and maintain billboards, including advertisement installation, structural maintenance, and cosmetic upkeep. This role primarily works as part of an installation crew and provides all training and equipment needed to start a career in the outdoor advertising industry.
About the role
As part of Lamar’s billboard construction and operations crew, you’ll experience the city from a bird’s-eye view while building and maintaining the structures that keep communities informed. The position involves working outdoors in various weather conditions and at heights up to 200 ft.
Responsibilities
- Install and maintain billboards, including removing and hanging flexes and vinyls
- Cut and prepare flexes, vinyls, and copy for installation on Tri-Visions
- Maintain structures through repairs such as tightening bolts, painting steel, repairing trim, and replacing light bulbs
- Build and install extensions, cut brush/weeds, and conduct storm damage repairs
- Perform minor electrical repairs and sweep/clean workshop areas
- Use power and manual tools while adhering to all safety regulations
- Attend safety meetings as required
- Maintain operation vehicles, tools, equipment, and machinery
- Take completion photos for proof of performance
Requirements
- Good communication skills and ability to speak and read English fluently
- Willingness to work collaboratively with others
- Basic computer skills, including Internet navigation and Microsoft Word & Excel
- Ability to comply with Lamar safety standards
- 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 for outdoor structure maintenance
- Ability to climb and work safely at heights above ground
- Ability to document installations through photographs and written logs
- Skill in practical applications of mathematics for construction and operations tasks
- Skill in setting priorities to reflect job responsibilities
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (required)
- Valid driver’s license (required)
- Ability to complete OSHA 10-hour Construction course (required)
- Preferred certifications: CDL/Non-CDL, Crane, Signal, Rigging, or LDD
- Previous experience working at heights up to 200 ft. above ground (preferred)
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Outdoor work environment with exposure to adverse weather conditions
- Heavy lifting (up to 100 pounds)
- Extensive bending, pushing, reaching, and stooping
- Climbing to heights up to 200 ft.
- Sitting less than 50% of the time; standing, walking, and driving required
- Less than 10% of nights spent away from home traveling
- On-call shifts may be required
Benefits
- Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm work schedule
- Hourly pay range: $20 - $23 (dependent on 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 and ongoing professional development
- Multiple medical plan options and health savings account (HSA)
- 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 wellness program cash rewards
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. We provide ad space through billboards, interstate logos, handpainted murals, transportation and airports, and the largest network of digital billboards in the U.S. Lamar operates with honesty and integrity, fostering a people-first culture that values connection, community involvement, and transparency.