Construction - Billboard Installer

Description Would you like to see a different part of your city every day from a bird’s eye view? Our Lamar office in Albuquerque, New Mexico is now hiring a new Operations crew member to help us bring outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in Albuquerque, NM 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. 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. What You Can Expect From Us A Monday - Friday 7am - 4pm work schedule Hourly range of $18- $21.50, 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 30 day 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 What We Are Looking For In You 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 Education And Experience High school diploma or equivalent is required Valid driver’s license is required Completion of OSHA 10-hour Construction course required Preferred certifications: 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 A Day In The Life Installing and maintaining all billboards; removing and hanging flexes, vinyl, and other media, cutting and preparing materials, installing copy on Tri-Visions Maintaining structures: tightening bolts, painting steel structures, repairing trim and various parts of the sign face and structure, changing light bulbs as needed, painting structures, assembling structures and faces when required Building and installing extensions, cutting brush/weeds, conducting storm damage repairs, minor electrical repairs, and sweeping/cleaning workshop area Using power/manual tools, must adhere to all safety regulations Attending safety meetings as required Maintaining operation vehicles, tools, equipment and machinery Responsible for taking completion photos for proof of performance 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. Physical demands 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 360,000 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 Billboards Interstate logos Handpainted murals Transportation and airports The largest network of digital billboards in the United States Legal & Company Information Lamar is an EEO/AA employer including Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, and any other State or Federally protected characteristic. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lamar Advertising Company