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Construction - Billboard Installer

Lamar Advertising Company, Syracuse, NY, United States


Description

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

Job Purpose

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.

Benefits

Monday - Friday 6am - 2:30pm work schedule

Hourly rate of $18 - $20, depending on experience and qualifications

120 hours of paid time off that increases with tenure

12 paid company holidays, including President's 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‑ and long‑term disability and paid parental leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401(k) plan with company match

Up to $1,200 value in employer‑paid HSA contributions and cash rewards for engaging in wellness program

People‑first culture that invests in connection, community involvement, and transparency around employee feedback

What We Are Looking For

Good communication skills; ability to speak and read English fluently

Willingness 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 or other tools from vehicle to worksite

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 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 is required

Preferred certifications (depending on location): 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

Assessment Note
Applicants will be asked to complete an 8‑15 minute personality assessment. 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: remove and hang flexes, vinyls, and prepare copy for installation.

Maintain structures—tightening bolts, painting steel structures, repairing trim, changing light bulbs, painting structures, assembling structures and faces when required.

Build and install extensions, cut brush/weeds, conduct storm damage repairs, minor electrical repairs, and sweep/clean workshop area.

Use power/manual tools while 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.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Primary work environment is outdoors, requiring the ability to work in adverse weather conditions and climb heights up to 200 ft.

Physical demands include heavy lifting (up to 100 pounds), extensive bending, pushing, reaching, seeing, sitting less than 50% of the time, standing, stooping, talking, turning, walking, driving, and climbing.

Nighttime travel less than 10% of the time.

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.

Only candidates with U.S. work authorization not requiring sponsorship will be considered for employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor

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