Construction - Billboard Installer

Lamar Advertising•Ottawa, OH

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Lamar Advertising Company is hiring an entry-level, full-time Billboard Installer for its Lima, Ohio operations crew. The role installs and maintains billboards and their structures, including installing advertisements, maintaining billboard cosmetics, and performing construction upkeep. The Installer works alongside the Operations team, but often works alone and must manage work schedules effectively. The work prioritizes safety and includes handling large vinyl advertisements, performing structural maintenance and repairs, and working at heights. The primary work environment is outdoors and may involve adverse weather. Nights away from home for travel are less than 10%, and on-call shifts may be required. The position follows a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and pays $21 per hour. Lamar provides equipment and a six-week training program, along with ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities. A high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver’s license are required. Candidates must be able to complete an OSHA 10-hour Construction course.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to complete the OSHA 10-hour Construction course.
Ability to work alone and manage a work schedule effectively.
Willingness to work at heights up to 100 feet above ground; the work environment may require climbing to heights up to 200 feet.
Strong communication skills and 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 and Excel.
Ability to work from ladders and carry a ladder and/or other tools from a vehicle to the worksite.
Working knowledge of electrical skills and techniques.
Working knowledge of fabrication skills and techniques.
Ability to read 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 and climb and work safely at heights.
Ability to document installations through photographs and written logs.
Practical mathematics skills related to construction and operations tasks.
Ability to set priorities that accurately reflect the relative importance of job responsibilities.
Ability to meet the physical demands of heavy lifting up to 100 pounds, extensive bending, pushing, reaching, standing, stooping, talking, turning, walking, driving, and climbing; sitting is less than 50% of the time.
Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

CDL or non-CDL license.
Previous experience working at heights up to 200 feet above ground.
Construction and/or billboard installation experience.

Responsibilities

Install and maintain billboards, including installing advertisements and maintaining billboard structures and cosmetics.
Remove and hang flexes and vinyls; cut and prepare them for installation.
Cut, prepare, and install copies on Tri-Visions.
Build and install billboard extensions.
Cut brush and weeds, conduct storm damage repairs and minor electrical repairs, and maintain a clean workshop area.
Use power and manual tools while adhering to safety regulations.
Attend installer and construction safety meetings as required.
Maintain operation vehicles, construction tools, equipment, and machinery.
Take completion photos and document installations through photographs and written logs.
Manage work schedules effectively, including when working alone.
Prioritize the safety of oneself and others while working at heights and performing construction tasks.

Benefits

120 hours of paid time off (PTO), increasing with tenure.
12 paid company holidays, including President’s Day and Juneteenth.
Comprehensive six-week training program.
Career advancement opportunities.
Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs.
Multiple medical plan options and a health savings account.
Hospital, critical illness, and accident coverage.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
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.
People-first culture investing in connection, community involvement, and transparency around employee feedback.