Construction - Billboard Installer

Would you like to see a different part of your city every day from a bird's eye view? This job is action-packed, and we provide all the training and equipment to start your full-time career. Our Lamar office in Lakeland, Florida is now hiring a new Operations crew member to help us bring outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in Lakeland, FL and the surrounding areas.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.Why Lamar?Want a career that takes you above the everyday? As part of Lamar's billboard construction and operations crew, you'll experience the city from a bird's-eye view while building and maintaining the structures that keep communities informed. Join a team that values safety, teamwork, and adventure-every single day. See our operations crew in action over on YouTube.Lamar is a certified Great Place to Work, with 86% of employees in agreement. Lamar Advertising has also been named as a "Best Company to Work For" in U.S. News & World Report's annual ranking.Learn more about us on our official YouTube channel.Check reviews and company updates on our Glassdoor pageLearn more about our Great Place to Work certification.What you can expect from us:A Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.,work schedule An hourly range of $18.00 - $22.00 /hour dependent on relevant experience and qualifications120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure12 paid company holidays, including President's day and JuneteenthA comprehensive six-week training program Career advancement opportunitiesOngoing professional development and internal leadership programs to maximize your career potentialMultiple medical plan options and health savings accountHospital, Critical Illness, and Accident coverage Short & long-term disability and paid parental leaveEmployee Stock purchase plan401k plan with company matchWellness program incentives such as medical plan premium holidays and HSA contributions A Day in the Life:As an Installer, you can expect to work alongside the Operations team to install and maintain billboards while prioritizing the safety of yourself and others. Installation most often includes handling a large advertisement printed on vinyl and ensuring it is properly assembled to the billboard structure. The tallest billboard structure in the company is around 200 feet, so comfort with heights is a must.Maintenance of our billboards includes construction work such as tightening bolts, painting steel structures, repairing trim and various parts of a billboard sign face and structure, changing light bulbs, and more. As for power/manual tools: you bring the experience, we bring the equipmentIn this role you'll be expected to: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-VisionsBuild and install extensions on billboards, cut brush/weeds, conduct storm damage repairs and minor electrical repairs, and maintain a clean workshop areaUse power/manual tools while adhering to safety regulationsAttend installer and construction safety meetings as requiredMaintain operation vehicles; maintain construction tools, equipment, and machineryTake completion photos for proof of performance of installationsWhat we're looking for in YOU:Ability to work alone and manage your work schedule effectivelyWillingness to work at heights up to 100 feet above the groundStrong communication skills. Ability to speak and read English fluently.Willingness to work and get along well with othersBasic 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 regulationsAbility to safely use construction equipmentAbility to climb heights and work at heights above ground safelyAbility to document installations, through photographs and written logsSkill in the practical applications of mathematics, in relation to construction and operations tasksSkill in setting priorities that accurately reflect the relative importance of job responsibilitiesEducation and Experience Requirements:A high school diploma or equivalent is requiredA valid driver's license is required.Ability to complete OSHA 10-hour Construction course requiredCDL and Non-CDL licenses are a plus, but not requiredPrevious experience working at heights up to 200 ft. above ground preferredConstruction and/or billboard installation experience a plus, but not requiredPlease note: Upon submitting your application, you will be asked to complete an 8-15 minute personality assessment. This assessment compares your professional soft skills to the skills required for success in this role. Please answer honestly; this is not a test Not completing this assessment could result in disqualification from consideration for this position.Candidates with a disability in need of an accommodation to fulfill our application requirements should email recruiting@lamar.com.Physical Demands and Work Environment:The primary work environment for this position is outdoors, requiring the ability to work in adverse weather conditions and climb to heights up to 200 ft.The physical demands for this position include heavy lifting (up to 100 pounds), extensive bending, pushing, reaching, seeing (with a focus on reading, color distinction, acuity, depth perception, and peripheral vision), sitting less than 50% of the time, standing, stooping, talking, turning, walking, driving, and climbing.Nights spent away from home traveling are less than 10%.On-call shifts may be required.Who we are:Founded in 1902, Lamar Advertising Company is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in the world. With over 351,000 displays across the United States and Canada, Lamar is dedicated to helping both local businesses and national brands reach broad audiences every day.We provide ad space through:BillboardsInterstate logosHandpainted muralsTransportation and airportsThe largest network of digital billboards in the United StatesWe live by the Golden Rule, and we operate with honesty and integrity in every aspect of our business. We are open with our employees, transparent with our customers, and loyal to the communities in which we serve. While Lamar is a large company, each office has its own culture and family atmosphere, making employees feel connected both locally and nationally.We are committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly business practices and use a number of innovative strategies to reduce our environmental impact. We are actively working to reduce our annual greenhouse gas emissions and are projecting a 70% decrease by 2026 as a result of our efforts.Lamar is an EEO/AA employer including Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, and any other State or Federally protected characteristic.Please note: Lamar Advertising does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a work visa. Only candidates with U.S. work authorization not requiring sponsorship will be considered for employment.SMS and Email Communications: By providing your contact information and submitting this form, you agree to receive email and SMS communications from Lamar Advertising Company regarding job opportunities, hiring events, and career-related updates. Message and data rates may apply. You can opt out at any time by emailing recruiting@lamar.com or replying 'STOP' to text messages. 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