Shop Coordinator / Vegetation Crew Member

Lamar Advertising of Bluefield, West Virginia is now hiring a new operations crew member to maintain the organization and cleanliness of the billboard construction shop as well as prepare billboard vinyl for installation and assist operations employees with billboard installation preparations as needed. This position will also perform vegetation and structure maintenance on and around outdoor structures. Other duties will include custodial and maintenance of the office area and property grounds.

At our Bluefield, WV office, we prioritize employee well-being and foster a supportive work environment that encourages respect, trust, empathy, and support. With a casual dress code, flexible schedules, and bonus opportunities, we're committed to creating a positive workplace culture where our employees can thrive.

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What you can expect from us:

• A Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm schedule
• A comprehensive 6-week training/safety program
• An hourly rate of $15 - $16 / hour dependent on relevant experience and qualifications
• Performance and certification-based pay increases
• Career advancement, license attainment, and certification opportunities
• Multiple medical plan options
• Dental and vision insurance
• 120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure
• 401K plan with company contributions for participation
• 12 paid company holidays including Presidents Day and Juneteenth
• Paid parental leave
• Incentivized wellness program

What we are looking for in YOU:

• General knowledge of Lamar, Department of Transportation (DOT), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety regulations.
• The ability to safely use welding and torching equipment, in regards to the construction and maintenance of outdoor structures is preferred.
• Ability to safely use construction and vegetation equipment, in regards to the construction and maintenance of outdoor structures.
• Working knowledge of basic electrical procedures and techniques.
• Skill in the practical applications of mathematics.
• Ability to keep a shop clean and organized
• Ability to drive safely in a company vehicle.
• Ability to document installations, through photographs and written logs
• Must be able to use or willing to learn how to use a smartphone for various job tasks
• Skill in speaking with persons of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds
• Skill in setting priorities that accurately reflect the relative importance of job responsibilities.
• Skill in supervising including organizing objectives, delegating responsibilities, and training

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
• The ability to complete Lamar’s forklift training is required, based on location need

A day in the life:

• Responsible for completing all work in the shop. This includes:
  • Preparing the billboard vinyl for installation (unfold the vinyl, insert the rods, refold the vinyl, and place them in order of installation)
  • Recycling the used vinyl following company guidelines
  • Preparing the trucks for billboard installation (ensure the truck have the supplies needed for common installs)
  • Cleaning the construction shop
  • Organizing supplies
• Responsible for equipment maintenance, including maintenance of the trucks, vegetation equipment, construction tools, and anything that can be repaired in house
• Responsible for building maintenance, including maintenance to the Lamar building and shop, including painting, cleaning walls, and vegetation maintenance
• Responsible for structure and vegetation maintenance, including painting, repairing walkways and trim, trimming trees, and cutting grass.
• Attend 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 inside a shop and outdoors, requiring the ability to work in adverse weather conditions and climb at heights up to 200 ft.
• The physical demands for this position include heavy lifting, reaching, seeing (with a focus on reading, acuity, depth perception, and peripheral vision), sitting less than 50% of the time, standing, stooping, 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.

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