Construction - Billboard Installer

Location:

Lamar ADV OF YOUNGSTOWN, Lamar Outdoor of Youngstown, 1063 TRUMBULL, P.O. BOX 468, GIRARD, OH 44420, USA

Would you like to see a different part of your city every day from a bird’s eye view? Our Lamar office in Girard, OH is now hiring a new Operations crew member to help us bring outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in Girard, Ohio 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.

• An hourly range of $18 - $20 per 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 in employer‑paid HSA contributions and cash rewards for participating 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 carry a ladder and/or other tools to the worksite from the 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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety regulations
• Ability to safely use construction equipment in 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
• Completion of 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.

A day in the life:

Installing and maintaining all Billboards

• Implement and maintain all billboards, including removal and hanging of flexes, vinyls, and installation of copy on Tri‑Visions
• Maintain structures—repairs include tightening bolts, painting steel structures, repairing trim, changing light bulbs, assembling structures, and faces when required
• Build and install extensions, cut brush/weeds, conduct storm damage repairs, minor electrical repairs, and sweep/clean the workshop area
• Use power/manual tools, adhering 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

• The primary work environment is outdoors, requiring ability to work in adverse weather conditions and climb to heights up to 200 ft.
• Physical demands include heavy lifting (up to 100 lbs), extensive bending, pushing, reaching, seeing, 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

Lamar is an EEO/AA employer including Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, and any other State or Federally protected characteristic.

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