Construction - Billboard Installer

Lamar Advertising Company•Austin, TX

65d•$18 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Would you like to see a different part of your city every day from a bird's eye view? Our Lamar office in Austin, Texas is now hiring a new Operations crew member to help us bring outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in Austin, TX and surrounding areas. This job is action-packed, and we provide all the training and equipment to start your career in the outdoor advertising industry. The purpose of this position is to install and maintain billboards, including the installation of advertisements, maintenance of structures, and the upkeep of billboard cosmetics. This position most often works as part of an installation crew. Have you ever wondered how billboards are installed? Check out this video! Why Lamar? Lamar Advertising has been named as a "Best Company to Work For" in U.S. News & World Report's annual ranking. Check out these videos to learn more about Lamar: About Us Our Relationships Giving Back Program

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

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

Responsibilities

Installing and maintaining 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 7:00am-3:00pm work schedule
An hourly range of $18 - $22 / 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
Wellness program incentives such as medical plan premium holidays and HSA contributions