Billboard Installation & Maintenance Technician

Capital Outdoor; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) 2% match

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

On-the-job training

Paid time off

Tools provided

Vision insurance

Job summary

Capital Outdoor in Zebulon/Smithfield, NC is seeking a Billboard Installation & Maintenance Technician to install billboard faces up to 50 feet, perform wiring and repairs, and build sign extensions. You will drive a company truck, work outdoors year-round, and operate safety gear in various locations.

The role requires reliability, physical strength, and comfort with heights and travel. It is a full-time position with benefits and training provided.

Qualifications

• Must be able to carry and handle 24 ft, 32 ft, and 40 ft ladders.
• Must be highly reliable and punctual (start time 7:00 AM).
• Maintain a clean driving record. Poor history may disqualify.
• Must work well with others, communicate effectively, and show initiative.
• Must be comfortable outdoors year-round and not fear heights.

Responsibilities

• Install and remove billboard vinyl faces up to 50 ft using safety gear.
• Construct and attach extensions by cutting coroplast and applying vinyl.
• Perform basic electrical tasks like changing lights and troubleshooting.
• Carry out general sign and structure repairs with carpentry skills.
• Safely drive a provided work truck between locations.
• Clear brush and trees around billboards using appropriate equipment.
• Upload job notes and photos to company systems.

Skills

Physical strength

Reliability

Driving record

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Height safety

Tools

Bush Hog

Chainsaw

Weed Eater

Compact Track Loader

Hydraulic lift

Job description

Are you an experienced tradesperson who loves working outdoors and isn't afraid of heights? Do you have skills in carpentry, electrical work, and operating heavy equipment? Join our team as a Billboard Installation & Maintenance Technician, where every day offers variety, physical challenge, and the opportunity to see your work proudly displayed across the region.

Location & Schedule:

• Shop Location: Currently in Zebulon, NC (Will be moving to Smithfield, NC in the Fall).
• Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (8-hour day). Note: Due to travel time between sites, a formal lunch hour is not scheduled; time is allocated for eating while driving.
• Overtime: Occasional overtime (1-2 hours) may be required to complete projects.
• Travel: Occasional overnight stays are necessary, typically in the Currituck, NC, or Asheville, NC areas.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Pay: Competitive Salary (Salary is determined based on existing experience and skills; the amount entered in the posting is an average starting amount.)
• Benefits Package Includes:
• Medical Insurance (Employee premiums are heavily subsidized)
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with up to a 50% Company Match
• Paid Vacation Time

Key Responsibilities:

This role requires a unique combination of physical strength, technical skill, and reliability. You will work year-round and be responsible for the full lifecycle of billboard maintenance and installation:

Installation & Maintenance

• Working at Heights: Install and remove billboard vinyl's (faces) up to a maximum of 50 feet in the air, utilizing provided safety equipment (harness, helmet, etc.), ladders (up to 40 ft), catwalks, and sometimes a hydraulic lift.
• Structure Building: Construct and attach extensions by cutting shapes on coroplast sheets and applying vinyl.
• Electrical Work: Perform basic electrical tasks such as changing lights, troubleshooting, and re-wiring. Applicants with advanced electrical qualifications may perform more complex work.
• Structural Repair: Use carpentry skills to perform general sign and structure repairs.

Field Operations & Compliance

• Logistics & Driving: Safely drive a provided work truck to various locations.
• Site Management: Clear brush and small trees around billboards using equipment like Bush Hogs, chainsaws, weed eaters, and a Compact Track Loader with mulcher.
• Documentation: Follow work order instructions provided weekly/daily via tablet/smartphone; accurately complete notes and upload photos from each job into spreadsheets/folders.
• Safety: Adhere strictly to all safety protocols and correctly utilize all provided safety equipment.

What You Will Bring:

Required Qualifications

• Physical Ability: Must be able to carry and handle 24 ft, 32 ft, and 40 ft ladders.
• Reliability: Must be highly reliable and punctual (start time is 7:00 AM).
• Driving: Maintain a clean driving record. If you have a poor driving history our auto insurance won't cover you and you can not preform the job.
• Attitude: Must work well with others, communicate effectively, and demonstrate a strong initiative (a self-starter who does not require constant direction once training is complete).
• Environment: Must be comfortable working outside year-round and must not be afraid of heights.

Highly Desired Skills (A Plus, Not Required)

• Trades Experience: Carpentry expertise, basic electrical experience, and/or welding skills.
• Heavy Equipment: Experience with heavy hydraulic equipment (e.g., Compact Track Loader) and the transportation of heavy equipment.
• Certifications: Class A CDL license.
• Technical Skills: Basic spreadsheet skills (typing into cells, navigation, photo uploading).
• Industry Experience: Prior experience installing billboards or forestry work. Note: We will provide full training for billboard installation.

Company Description:

We are a family owned company founded in 1984. We are a medium sized billboard company for our industry.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 2% match
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Tools provided
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person