Operations Crew MemberOur Lamar office in St. Cloud, Minnesota is now hiring a new Operations crew member to help us bring outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in St. Cloud, MN 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. 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. Check reviews and company updates on our Glassdoor page. Learn more about our Great Place to Work certification. What you can expect from us: A Monday - Friday, 6:00 am - 2:00 pm work schedule An hourly range of $20 - $24/ 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 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 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 Candidates with a disability in need of an accommodation to fulfill our application requirements should email recruiting@lamar.com.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 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: 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. 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.
