Construction - Billboard Installer

Lamar Advertising Company•Norton Shores, MI

140d•Onsite

About The Position

This entry-level, full-time role installs and maintains billboards, including installing advertisements, maintaining structures, and performing construction upkeep of billboard cosmetics. The Installer works with the Operations team, most often independently, and is expected to manage work schedules effectively while prioritizing personal and team safety. Installation work includes handling large vinyl advertisements and securing them properly to billboard structures. Maintenance and construction tasks include tightening bolts, painting steel structures, repairing trim and sign-face components, changing light bulbs, and other repairs. The role uses power and manual tools, and requires comfort working at heights. The primary work environment is outdoors and may involve adverse weather conditions. On-call shifts may be required, and overnight travel is less than 10% of the time.

Requirements

Ability to work alone and manage a work schedule effectively.
Willingness and ability to climb and work safely at heights, including heights up to 100 feet above ground; the work environment may require climbing up to 200 feet.
Strong communication skills and fluency in spoken and written English.
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.
Ability to document installations through photographs and written logs.
Practical mathematics skills related to construction and operations tasks.
Ability to set priorities that reflect the relative importance of job responsibilities.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to complete the OSHA 10-hour Construction course.
Ability to meet the role's physical demands, including heavy lifting up to 100 pounds.

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

Remove and hang flexes and vinyls from billboards; cut and prepare them for installation; and 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 following safety regulations.
Attend installer and construction safety meetings as required.
Maintain operation vehicles and construction tools, equipment, and machinery.
Take completion photos as proof of installation performance.
Install and maintain billboard advertisements and structures, including construction upkeep and repairs.

Benefits

120 hours of paid time off (PTO), increasing with tenure.
12 paid company holidays.
Comprehensive 3-month 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 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.
People-first culture focused on connection, community involvement, and transparency around employee feedback.