Billboard Installation Technician

ZipRecruiter; Windsor; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advertising firm is seeking an Operations crew member for a full-time role to install and maintain billboards. Candidates should be comfortable working at heights and have strong communication skills. The role includes extensive training, career advancement opportunities, and a competitive hourly wage. Join us to bring creative outdoor advertising campaigns to life!

Benefits

120 hours of paid time off

12 paid company holidays

Multiple medical plan options

401k plan with company match

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to complete OSHA 10-hour Construction course.
• Previous experience working at heights preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain billboards and advertisements.
• Prioritize safety while using manual and power tools.
• Document installations through photographs.

Skills

Ability to work alone

Willingness to work at heights

Strong communication skills

Basic computer skills

Working knowledge of electrical skills

Skill in reading technical documents

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Construction equipment

Job description

Overview

Would you like to see a different part of your city every day from a bird’s eye view? This entry‑level, full‑time position installs and maintains billboards, including advertisement installation, structure maintenance, and cosmetic upkeep. Located in the Lamar office in Hartford, CT, this role supports brands in Windsor, CT and surrounding areas. This position often works solo and requires effective schedule management.

Why Lamar?

Lamar Advertising has been named a “Best Company to Work For” in U.S. News & World Report. Learn more about Lamar through these sections:

• About Us
• Our Relationships
• Giving Back Program

What you can expect from us

• Five‑day work schedule (Mon–Thu 6:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.; Fri 6:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m.)
• Hourly rate of $20.00–$22.00/hour, depending on experience and qualifications
• 120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure
• 12 paid company holidays, including Presidents’ Day and Juneteenth
• Comprehensive six‑week training program
• Career advancement and ongoing professional development
• Multiple medical plan options and health savings account
• Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident coverage
• Short & long‑term and paid parental leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401(k) with company match
• Wellness incentives such as medical plan premium holidays and HSA contributions

A Day in the Life

As an Installer, you will work with the Operations team to install and maintain billboards, prioritizing safety. Installations involve large vinyl advertisements, assembled to billboard structures. The tallest Lamar structure is about 200 feet, so comfort with heights is a must.

Maintenance includes construction tasks such as tightening bolts, painting steel, repairing trim, changing light bulbs, and other related duties. You bring the experience; we provide the equipment.

Responsibilities

• Remove and hang flexes and vinyls; prepare materials for installation; prepare and install copies on Tri‑Visions
• Build and install extensions, manage brush/weeds, perform storm damage repairs and minor electrical work; maintain a clean workshop
• Operate power/manual tools safely
• Attend safety meetings; maintain company vehicles and tools
• Document installations with photos for proof of completion

Qualifications

• Ability to work alone and manage your schedule
• Willingness to work at heights up to 100 feet
• Strong English communication skills; read and write
• Willingness to work with others and get along with teammates
• Basic computer skills (Internet, Word & Excel)
• Ability to climb ladders and carry tools
• Knowledge of electrical, fabrication skills, and ability to read technical documents
• Understanding of Lamar, DOT, and OSHA safety regulations
• Ability to safely use construction equipment
• Ability to document installations through photos and written logs
• Mathematical aptitude for construction and operations tasks
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Valid driver’s license required
• OSHA 10‑hour Construction course required
• CDL and Non‑CDL licenses are a plus but not required
• Experience at heights up to 200 ft is a plus
• Construction and/or billboard installation experience a plus but not required

Note: Upon submitting your application, you may be asked to complete an 8–15 minute personality assessment. This helps gauge soft skills relevant to success in the role. Not completing the assessment could result in disqualification.

Accommodation: If you need an accommodation to fulfill our application requirements, please email [e-mail].

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Primarily outdoors; ability to work in adverse weather and climb up to 200 ft
• Physical demands include heavy lifting up to 100 pounds, bending, pushing, reaching, vision requirements, and standing/sitting as specified
• Nights away from home traveling less than 10% of the time
• On‑call shifts may be required

About Lamar

Founded in 1902, Lamar Advertising Company is a large outdoor advertising provider with over 351,000 displays in the U.S. and Canada. We offer billboards, interstate logos, handpainted murals, transportation/airports, and the largest network of digital billboards in the U.S.

Lamar is an equal opportunity employer (EEO/AA), including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We do not sponsor work visas; only candidates with U.S. work authorization will be considered.

SMS and email communications: By submitting your application, you agree to receive communications from Lamar regarding job opportunities and updates. You may opt out by emailing [e-mail] or replying STOP to texts. Your information will be handled in accordance with our privacy policy.

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