Construction - Billboard Installer

Reit Tv; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

120 hours PTO

12 paid holidays

Medical plan options

Health Savings Account

Disability coverage

Paid parental leave

401k with company match

Employer-paid HSA contributions

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Wellness program rewards

Job summary

Founded in 1902, Lamar Advertising Company is seeking an Operations crew member in Richmond, VA to install and maintain outdoor advertising structures. You will work on-site with ladders and equipment, following safety standards and DOT/OSHA regulations.

Expect to operate power tools, document work, and participate in safety training. A high school diploma, valid license, and OSHA 10-hour certification are required; CDL certifications may be preferred depending on location.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; valid driver’s license.
• OSHA 10-hour Construction certification required.
• Ability to work at heights up to 200 ft and lift up to 100 pounds.
• Tolerance for outdoor conditions and safety-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain billboards and related structures.
• Carry and install advertising copy, replace and repair faces and lights as needed.
• Document installations with photos and logs.
• Operate and maintain construction equipment following safety rules.
• Attend safety meetings and follow DOT/OSHA regulations.

Skills

Good communication

Fluent English

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Safety compliance

Ladder work

Electrical knowledge

Fabrication skills

Reading blueprints/diagrams

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid driver’s license

OSHA 10-hour Construction

CDL/Non-CDL, Crane, Signal, Rigging

Tools

Power tools

Construction equipment

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Would you like to see a different part of your city every day from a bird’s eye view? Our Lamar office in Richmond, Virginia, is now hiring a new Operations crew member to help us bring outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in Richmond, VA, 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] (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DvGPoM3gILw) .

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] (https://www.youtube.com/@TheLamarChannel) .
• Check reviews and company updates on our [Glassdoor page] (https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-Lamar-Advertising-EI_IE5998.11,28.htm)
• Learn more about our [Great Place to Work certification.] (https://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/1000144)

What you can expect from us

• An hourly range of $20 - 21 / 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
• 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

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required
• A valid driver’s license is required
• Ability to complete OSHA 10-hour Construction course required
• 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

Please 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 [[e-mail]] (mailto:[e-mail]) .

A day in the life

Installing and maintaining all Billboards

• 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.

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 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

• Handpainted murals
• Transportation and airports
• The largest network of digital billboards in the United States

We 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. Please [click here] (https://lamar.com/en/about/giving-back-lamar-advertising) to learn more about Lamar's green initiatives. 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.

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