Logos Field Technician (Montgomery, Alabama)

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Lamar Advertising Company

Lamar Advertising Company

Logos Field Technician (Montgomery, Alabama)

Montgomery, AL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    We are looking for a full time Logo Sign Installer to install and maintain our interstate logos signs. Our Interstate Logos office in Montgomery, Alabama is now hiring a new Logos Field Operations person to help us enhance the Interstate Logo Program in the state of Alabama.

    The purpose of the Field Technician position is to complete the necessary field operations tasks, such as installing and removing interstate logo signs and/or TODS (Tourist-oriented directional signing). These are the “blue signs” that direct motorists to gas, food, lodging, camping and attractions along the interstate. This entry-level, full time position often works alone and must be able to manage work schedules effectively.

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    What you can expect from us:

    • A flexible work environment that celebrates differences and fosters the feeling of family
    • A Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm work schedule with paid holidays
    • An hourly rate of $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 30-day 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!

    • Ability to work independently along side of highway.
    • Effectively manage time and navigate planned routes.
    • Work safely and implement traffic control devises to ensure safe working environment.
    • Comfortable working at heights and the occasional use of ladders.
    • Good verbal and written skills.
    • Excellent organizational skills.
    • Must be able to lift a minimum of 80 lbs.

    Education and Experience Requirements:

    • High School Diploma or Equivalent
    • Must possess current and valid driver’s license
    • Familiar with the use and maintenance of power/manual tools, basic construction equipment and machinery preferred.
    • Previous experience operating bucket truck or similar vehicle preferred

    Cangrade Disclaimer

    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 applicantassistance@lamar.com.

    A day in the life:

    • Installation and removal of interstate logo signs via bucket truck
    • Minor sign repair and sign maintenance
    • Vegetation control (site clearing) related to the ground mounted signs including removal of trees, brush, weeds, etc.
    • Attend safety meetings monthly
    • Organization and cleaning of warehouse space and supply yard area
    • Travel 90% by vehicle. Overnight travel required

    Physical Demands and Work Environment:

    • The primary work environment is outdoors.
    • The specific physical demands/requirements of the job include: lifting greater than 50% of the time, pushing, reaching, seeing (reading, color distinction, acuity, depth perception, peripheral vision), sitting less than 50% of the time, standing, stooping, talking, turning, walking, and climbing up to 30 feet high.
    • The typical percentage of time spent traveling and spending nights away from home is greater
      than 50% including multiple overnights per week.

    SMS Consent: By submitting this application, you are consenting to receive hiring-related text messages such as notifications for interviews or pre-hire assessment scheduling.

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  • Industry
    Marketing and Advertising
  • About Us

    With 120 years in business, take pride in our long-standing mission and values: A century of family values: We seek to preserve the same family values upon which our company was founded to ensure that Lamar employees and shareholders prosper for another 120 years.

    Always improving: As our business grows, our employees grow along with it. We offer continued development opportunities and internal networks for professional growth. We hope that no matter where you end up, you discover you're a better version of yourself than before your time with Lamar.

    Putting people first: Our roots are built on strong relationships. From local team building to corporate-sponsored on-site events, we encourage creating spaces to build deeper relationships with our colleagues and the customers we serve.

    Integrity at our core: We continuously use employee feedback to shape the future of how employees experience work at Lamar. Feedback and action plans are shared with employees at all levels and locations.

    Serving our local communities: While Lamar gives back through nationwide campaigns, many of our local offices have established traditions to volunteer with local organizations that work to better the lives of community members. We aim to leave all communities in which we operate better than we found them!

    Where you belong: We are committed to maintaining a workplace that is representative of our creative nature and the communities we serve. Here, you can be heard, contribute meaningfully, and show up how you want to be seen at work.

    What you can look forward to on the Lamar team:

    120 hours of PTO

    12 paid company holidays

    Medical, dental, vision insurance, and more!

    Family planning benefits

    401k (pre-tax and Roth) with matching

    Wellness program with cash rewards

    Employee Stock Purchase Program

    Short and long-term disability coverage