Billboard Construction Crew Member

Lamar Advertising Company•Memphis, TN

13d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Did you know that all the billboards you see along the highway are built like a small erector set - connecting A to B to C and so on? Our Billboard Construction Crew Members construct and maintain our billboard inventory, and that could be you if you like working outdoors. Our Lamar office in Memphis, Tennessee is now hiring a full-time Operations crew member to help us bring outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in Memphis, TN and the surrounding areas. The purpose of this position is to maintain billboards, perform vegetation and structure maintenance, and erect and dismantle structures. Why Lamar? Want a career that takes you above the everyday? 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. Join a team that values safety, teamwork, and adventure—every single day. Lamar is a certified Great Place to Work, with 86% of employees in agreement. Lamar Advertising has also been named as a “Best Company to Work For” in U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking.

Requirements

General knowledge of Lamar, Department of Transportation (DOT), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety regulations.
Ability to safely use construction and vegetation equipment, in regards to the construction and maintenance of outdoor structures.
Ability to safely use vegetation equipment, in regards to the maintenance of structures and Lamar building.
General knowledge of electrical procedures and techniques.
Ability to document installations, through photographs and written logs
Ability to learn to safely use welding & torching equipment
Must be willing and able to learn how to use a smart phone for various job tasks
A high school diploma or Equivalent
A valid driver’s license is required.
Ability to complete OSHA 10-hour Construction course required

Nice To Haves

Preferred certifications: CDL/Non-CDL, Crane, Signal, or Rigging
Previous experience working at heights up to 200 ft. above ground preferred
Or some equivalent combination of education & experience

Responsibilities

Erect and dismantle billboard structures.
Responsible for structure and vegetation maintenance, including painting, repairing walkways and trim, trimming trees, and cutting grass.
Responsible for pre and post trip preparations, including folding and loading billboard vinyl, completing trip documentations, and documenting vehicle and equipment maintenance.
Ensure the shop and materials yard is clean and organized and old billboard vinyls are stored for recycling.
Responsible for basic electrical maintenance, such as replacing light bulbs and fuses.
Attend construction and installation safety meetings as required and adhere to all safety regulations
Responsible for taking completion photos for proof of performance

Benefits

A Monday - Friday, 6:00 am - 2:30 pm work schedule
An hourly range of $20 - $22/ 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
A comprehensive 90 day 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
Wellness program incentives such as medical plan premium holidays and HSA contributions