Description
Did you know that all the billboards you see along the highway are built like a small erector set - connecting A to B to C and so on? Our Billboard Construction Crew Members construct and maintain our billboard inventory, and that could be you if you like working outdoors. Our Lamar office in Cheyenne, Wyoming is now hiring a full-time Operations crew member to help us bring outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in Cheyenne, WY and the surrounding areas.
The purpose of this position is to maintain billboards, perform vegetation and structure maintenance, and erect and dismantle structures.
Have you ever wondered how billboards are installed? Check out this video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jn5TH5n3guM) !
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:
A Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm work schedule
An hourly range of $18 - $20/ 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
A comprehensive 6-week training program
Career advancement opportunities
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
Wellness program incentives such as medical plan premium holidays and HSA contributions
What we're looking for in YOU:
General knowledge of Lamar, Department of Transportation (DOT), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety regulations.
Ability to safely use construction and vegetation equipment, in regards to the construction and maintenance of outdoor structures.
Ability to safely use vegetation equipment, in regards to the maintenance of structures and Lamar building.
General knowledge of electrical procedures and techniques.
Ability to document installations, through photographs and written logs
Ability to learn to safely use welding & torching equipment
Must be willing and able to learn how to use a smart phone for various job tasks
Education and experience:
A high school diploma or Equivalent
A valid driver's license is required.
Ability to complete OSHA 10-hour Construction course required
Preferred certifications: CDL/Non-CDL, Crane, Signal, or Rigging
Previous experience working at heights up to 200 ft. above ground preferred
Or some equivalent combination of education & 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 recruiting@lamar.com .
A day in the life:
Erect and dismantle billboard structures.
Responsible for structure and vegetation maintenance, including painting, repairing walkways and trim, trimming trees, and cutting grass.
Responsible for pre and post trip preparations, including folding and loading billboard vinyl, completing trip documentations, and documenting vehicle and equipment maintenance.
Ensure the shop and materials yard is clean and organized and old billboard vinyls are stored for recycling.
Responsible for basic electrical maintenance, such as replacing light bulbs and fuses.
Attend construction and installation safety meetings as required and adhere to all safety regulations
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 at heights up to 200 ft.
The physical demands for this position are moderate to heavy lifting, pushing, reaching, seeing (reading, color distinction, acuity, depth perception, and peripheral vision), sitting less than 50%, standing, stooping, talking, turning, walking, and climbing (up to 200 feet).
Nights spent traveling, away from home, 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 351,000 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:
Billboards
Interstate logos
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. We are actively working to reduce our annual greenhouse gas emissions and are projecting a 70% decrease by 2026 as a result of our efforts.
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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Disability Self-Identification: When applying for a job with Lamar, you will be asked to voluntarily self-identify whether you have a disability. Please take a moment to watch this video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAKsPd_lIw8) for clarification on why we're asking for this information!
California Residents - Lamar collects personal information in the ordinary course of considering job applicants. This information may include, for example, name, address, phone number and other contact information, employment history and reference contact information, and any other information provided by an applicant to Lamar. By submitting an application, you consent to the use or sharing of this personal information solely for the purpose of consideration for employment by Lamar. Lamar will not sell this information.
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