Construction - Billboard Installer

Lamar Advertising Company•Arden, NC

34d•$21 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this entry-level, full-time position is to install and maintain billboards, including installation of advertisements, maintenance of structures, and the construction upkeep of billboard cosmetics. This position most often works alone and must be able to manage work schedules effectively.

Requirements

Ability to work alone and manage your work schedule effectively
Willingness to work at heights up to 100 feet above the ground
Strong communication skills. Ability to speak and read English fluently.
Willingness to work and get along well with others
Basic computer skills including Internet navigation and Microsoft Word & Excel.
Ability to work from ladders and to carry a ladder and/or other tools to the worksite from 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
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.
Ability to complete OSHA 10-hour Construction course required

Nice To Haves

CDL and Non-CDL licenses are a plus, but not required!
Previous experience working at heights up to 200 ft. above ground preferred
Construction and/or billboard installation experience a plus, but not required
A CDL license to pull a flat-bed trailer with excavator a plus but not required.
Interested in learning new things and gaining skills.

Responsibilities

Remove and hang flexes from billboards, remove and hang vinyls, cut and prepare flexes and vinyls for installation, cut, prepare and install copies on Tri-Visions
Build and install extensions on billboards, cut brush/weeds, conduct storm damage repairs and minor electrical repairs, and 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; maintain construction tools, equipment, and machinery
Take completion photos for proof of performance of installations

Benefits

A Monday - Thursday, 6:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., work schedule
An hourly range of $21.00 - $24.00 /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 six-week comprehensive 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
Wellness program incentives such as medical plan premium holidays and HSA contributions