Construction - Billboard Installer

Our Lamar office in Syracuse, New York is hiring an Operations crew member to install and maintain billboards for brands throughout Syracuse and surrounding areas. You’ll work on an installation crew, receive full training and equipment, and experience the city from a bird’s‑eye view while building and maintaining the structures that keep communities informed.

About the role

The purpose of this position is to install and maintain billboards, including the installation of advertisements, maintenance of structures, and upkeep of billboard cosmetics.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain all billboards.
• Remove and hang flexes and vinyls; cut, prepare, and install flexes, vinyls, and copy on Tri‑Visions.
• Maintain structures: tighten bolts, paint steel structures, repair trim and sign faces, change light bulbs, paint structures, and assemble structures and faces as needed.
• Build and install extensions, cut brush/weeds, conduct storm‑damage repairs, perform minor electrical repairs, and sweep/clean the workshop area.
• Use power and manual tools while adhering to all safety regulations.
• Attend required safety meetings.
• Maintain operation vehicles, tools, equipment, and machinery.
• Document installations with photographs and written logs for proof of performance.
• Perform physical tasks such as heavy lifting (up to 100 lb), climbing heights up to 200 ft, bending, pushing, reaching, and standing for the majority of the shift.

Requirements

• Good communication skills; fluent in reading and speaking English.
• Ability to work well with others and follow Lamar safety standards.
• Basic computer skills, including Internet navigation and Microsoft Word & Excel.
• Ability to work from ladders and carry ladders or other 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, Department of Transportation (DOT), and OSHA safety regulations.
• Ability to safely use construction equipment for outdoor structures.
• Ability to climb and work at heights above ground safely.
• Ability to document installations through photos and logs.
• Practical mathematics skills related to construction and operations tasks.
• Skill in setting priorities that reflect job responsibilities.
• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Valid driver’s license (required).
• Completion of OSHA 10‑hour Construction course (required).
• Preferred certifications (depending on location): CDL/Non‑CDL, Crane, Signal, Rigging, or LDD.
• Previous experience working at heights up to 200 ft above ground (preferred) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Pay

$18 – $21 per hour, dependent on relevant experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 6:00 am – 2:30 pm.

Benefits

• 120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure.
• 12 paid company holidays, including President’s Day and Juneteenth.
• Comprehensive 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‑ and long‑term disability and paid parental leave.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Up to $1,200 in employer‑paid HSA contributions and cash rewards for participating in the wellness program.
• A people‑first culture that invests in connection, community involvement, and transparent employee feedback.