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Operations ManagerLamar Advertising Company • Springfield, MO, US
Operations Manager

Operations Manager

Lamar Advertising Company • Springfield, MO, US
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Operations Manager

Do you have what it takes to lead a fast-paced operations & construction team? Our Lamar office in Springfield, Missouri is now hiring a new management team member to help us bring outdoor advertising campaigns to life for brands in Springfield, MO and the surrounding areas. If you're great at planning schedules and multi-tasking and enjoy spending some time outside, we have a great opportunity for a self-motivated leader!

The purpose of the Operation Manager is to manage and educate the operations crew. The Operations Manager is responsible for maintaining safe structures, equipment, and shop. The Operations Manager is a first line manager in the operations department.

We're in search of a safety-oriented, front-line Operations Manager that can motivate our Operations team through positive leadership and hands-on training. The purpose of the Operation Manager is to manage and educate the operations crew. You are also responsible for maintaining safe structures, equipment, and shop.

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 adventureevery single day.

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.

What you can expect from us :

  • A Monday-Friday 7a-3 : 30p work schedule
  • A competitive base salary + bonus opportunities
  • 120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure
  • 12 paid company holidays, including President's day and Juneteenth
  • A 6-week comprehensive 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 are looking for in YOU :

  • Working knowledge of personal computers, including Microsoft Office suite to prepare business correspondence and prepare spreadsheets
  • Skill in setting priorities which accurately reflect the importance of job responsibilities.
  • Skill in establishing rapport, encouraging individuals on a professional basis, and listening perceptively
  • Skill in mediating between parties and groups.
  • Skill in working as a part of a team, collaborating with employees, and maintain good working relationships.
  • Skill in managing including organizing objectives, delegating responsibility, training, evaluating subordinate effectiveness, and administering necessary discipline.
  • Detailed knowledge of building and dismantling structures, installing and uninstalling advertisements, electrical upkeep, and vegetation maintenance as it pertains to the billboards.
  • Detailed knowledge of Lamar, OSHA, DOT, federal and state safety regulations.
  • Ability to understand and operate within a set budget.
  • Detailed knowledge of the inventory / market and obstacles of each structure in the market.
  • Ability to drive safely in a company vehicle.
  • Education and experience :

  • A high school diploma is required.
  • A valid driver's license is required.
  • Generally falls into this location size, but not limited to : up to 12 million in revenue
  • 2 years of Operations experience in the outdoor advertising industry or equivalent experience in a safety-related position is required
  • 1 year of supervisory experience preferred
  • Must have recommendation from Area Field Manager, Territory Manager, or Regional Manager
  • Preferred certifications : CDL, Crane, Signal, and Rigging
  • A one year certificate, or training, from a college or technical school in welding, construction, electrical, or related field is preferred.
  • An OSHA (Occupational Hazard and Safety Administration) safety certification is preferred.
  • Other 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 :

  • Responsible for managing the safety program. This includes hosting monthly safety meeting, ensuring the crew wears the correct safety clothing and equipment, and performing monthly safety observations.
  • Responsible for overseeing the maintenance and appearance of the structure and Lamar owned properties. This includes ensuring the advertisements are installed correctly, ensuring the vegetation is maintained, and ensuring the structures are properly maintained and upgraded.
  • Responsible for managing major construction projects. This includes negotiating with subcontracts / vendors, purchasing materials, interacting with the lessor, etc.
  • Responsible for overseeing expenses and ensuring the operations department remains within budget. Also responsible for tracking the inventory.
  • Responsible for planning daily duties and routes for the operations crew, including routing their schedules based on installation and maintenance needs.
  • On occasion, may be required to install and maintain billboards.
  • Physical Demands and Work Environment :

  • The primary work environment for this position is the office, shop, and outdoors.
  • The physical demands for this position include moderate lifting, 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, and climbing.
  • Nights spent away from home traveling are less than 10%.
  • Company Overview :

    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.

    SMS and Email Communications : By providing your contact information and submitting this form, you agree to receive email and SMS communications from Lamar Advertising Company regarding job opportunities, hiring events, and career-related updates. Message and data rates may apply. You can opt out at any time by emailing recruiting@lamar.com or replying 'STOP' to text messages. Your information will be processed in accordance with our privacy policy.

    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 for clarification on why we're asking for this information!

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