Construction - Billboard Installer (Installer II)

Lamar Advertising•Tuscaloosa, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Lamar office in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, is now hiring a new Operations crew member to help us bring advertising campaigns to life for brands in Tuscaloosa, AL, and the surrounding areas. We provide training & equipment for you to start your career in this action-packed job. If you are comfortable working independently and planning your day, we have a full-time opportunity for you! The purpose of this position is to install and maintain billboards, including the installation of advertisements, the maintenance of structures, and the upkeep of billboard cosmetics. This position most often works alone and must be able to manage work schedules effectively.

Requirements

Must be able to work alone and manage work schedule effectively
Good communication skills. Ability to speak and read English fluently
Must be willing to work and get along well with others
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 a vehicle
Working knowledge of electrical skills and techniques
Working knowledge of fabrication skills and techniques
Skill in reading technical documents, such as blueprints and diagrams
General knowledge of Lamar, Department of Transportation (DOT), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety regulations
Ability to safely use construction equipment, in regard 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
Skill in the practical applications of mathematics, in relation to construction and operations tasks
Skill in setting priorities that accurately reflect the relative importance of job responsibilities
A high school diploma or equivalent is required
A valid driver’s license is required
Successful completion of OSHA 10-hour Construction course required
One additional certification is required, depending on location need: CDL/Non-CDL, Crane, Signal, Rigging, or LDD
5 years of Operations experience in the outdoor advertising industry or equivalent experience in a safety-related position is required
Or some equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

Install and maintain all Billboards
Remove and hang flexes, remove and hang vinyls, cut and prepare flexes and vinyls for installation, cut, prepare, and install a copy on Tri-Visions
Maintain structures-repairs include but are not limited to: tightening bolts, painting steel structures, repairing trim and various parts of the sign face and structure, changing light bulbs as needed, painting structures, assembling structures and faces when required
Building and installing extensions, cutting brush/weeds, conducting storm damage repairs, minor electrical repairs, and sweeping/cleaning 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

Benefits

A Monday-Friday 7a-3:30p work schedule
An hourly range of $19.75 - $24/ 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 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