Job Description

Franklin Outdoor Advertising is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in Minnesota. We offer our clients a variety of advertising formats, helping local as well as national businesses succeed in a highly competitive environment.

The purpose of this position is to install and maintain billboards, including installation of advertisements, maintenance of structures, and the upkeep of all advertising equipment. This position most often works with one other crew member and must be able to manage work schedules effectively. We provide all training and equipment to start your career. If you are comfortable working independently in a stable company, we have a full time opportunity for you!

We offer a highly competitive and comprehensive compensation & benefits package for all full-time employees. There are immediate pay increases for employees willing to complete each of three certifications. Some of our benefit offerings include, but are not limited to, multiple medical plan options, dental and vision insurance, paid vacation/sick time, a profit sharing plan, phone stipend and a company sponsored retirement plan. (Note - construction experience plus a CDL could earn person pay above posted pay rate)

DESCRIPTION

• Remove and hang panels from billboards, remove and hang vinyl's, cut and prepare extensions and vinyl's for installation.
• 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.
• Install, fabricate, remove, upgrade on premise business signage.
• Use power/manual tools, must adhere to all safety regulations.
• Maintain operation vehicles; maintain tools, equipment and machinery.
• Responsible for taking completion photos for proof of performance.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Good communication skills. Ability to speak and read English fluently.
• Must be willing to work efficiently and get along well with others.
• Basic computer skills including Internet navigation and Microsoft Word & Excel.
• Ability to comply with safety standards while performing work.
• Ability to work from ladders and to carry a ladder and/or other tools to the work site from vehicle.
• Ability to safely use construction equipment, with regard 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.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Preferred certifications include CDL/Non-CDL, Crane, Signal, Rigging, SMAW Welding (higher pay with certs).
• Previous experience working at heights preferred.

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 100 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 2%.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $15.00 to $22.00 /hour (possibly higher w/ construction experience and CDL)

Company Description

Franklin Outdoor Advertising has been in business for over 40 years. We continue to grow and increase our staffing and are a great company for people.