Construction- Billboard Installer

Overview

Our Lamar office in Cedar Rapids, Iowa is hiring an Operations crew member to help install and maintain outdoor advertising campaigns for brands in Cedar Rapids, IA and surrounding areas. This role includes installation of advertisements, maintenance of structures, and upkeep of billboard cosmetics. The position typically works as part of an installation crew. Training and equipment are provided.

• Monday-Friday 6:30 am - 3:00 pm work schedule
• Hourly range of $21 - $22 per hour dependent 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 6 week training program
• Career advancement opportunities
• Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs
• 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
• Wellness program incentives such as medical plan premium holidays and HSA contributions

• 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, DOT, and OSHA safety regulations
• Ability to safely use construction equipment for outdoor structures
• Ability to climb heights and work safely above ground
• Ability to document installations through photographs and written logs
• Mathematical aptitude related to construction and operations tasks
• Ability to set priorities reflecting job responsibilities

• A high school diploma or equivalent required
• A valid driver’s license required
• 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. preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Candidates with a disability in need of accommodation should email

• Install and maintain billboards
• Remove and hang flexes, cut and prepare flexes and vinyls for installation, and prepare copy on Tri-Visions
• Maintain structures: tighten bolts, paint steel structures, repair trim and parts, change light bulbs, assemble structures and faces as needed
• Build and install extensions, cut brush/weeds, conduct storm damage repairs, perform minor electrical repairs, and sweep/clean workshop area
• Use power and manual tools; adhere to safety regulations
• Attend safety meetings as required
• Maintain operation vehicles and tools/equipment
• Take completion photos for proof of performance

• Outdoors with exposure to adverse weather; climb to heights up to 200 ft
• Heavy lifting up to 100 pounds; extensive bending, pushing, reaching, and related activities
• Occasional nights away from home traveling; on-call shifts may be required

Lamar Advertising Company, founded in 1902, is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in the world with displays across the United States and Canada. We provide ad space through billboards, interstate logos, hand painted murals, transportation and airports, and a large network of digital billboards.

We are an EEO/AA employer, including Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, and other protected characteristics. We do not sponsor work visas. Only candidates with U.S. work authorization not requiring sponsorship will be considered.

Please note:

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