Construction - Billboard Installer

Lamar Advertising Company•St. Louis, MO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for an Operations crew member in Collinsville, Illinois, responsible for installing and maintaining billboards, including advertisements, structures, and cosmetics. The role involves working as part of an installation crew and offers training and equipment for a career in the outdoor advertising industry. Lamar Advertising is a certified Great Place to Work and recognized by U.S. News & World Report.

Requirements

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 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 regards 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 which 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

Previous experience working at heights up to 200 ft. above ground preferred
Preferred certifications, depending on location need: CDL/Non-CDL, Crane, Signal, Rigging, or LDD

Responsibilities

Install and maintain all Billboards
Remove and hang flexes, remove and hang vinyl’s, cut and prepare flexes and vinyl’s for installation, cut, prepare and install copy on Tri-Visions
Maintain structures-repairs include but not limited to: tightening bolts, painting steel structures, repairing trim and various parts of the sign face and structure, change light bulbs as needed, paint structures, assemble structures and faces when required.
Building and installing extensions, cutting brush/weeds, conduct 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 7am - 5:30pm work schedule
An hourly rate of $23 / 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 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