Shop Technician

Our Brooklyn, New York location is looking for a proactive individual to join our team as Shop Technician. The Shop Technician plays a critical role in keeping our BK, NY shop, fleet, and field operations running smoothly and efficiently. Working closely with our shop team, you will be responsible for maintaining an organized and safe work environment, managing inventory, and executing essential repairs and routine maintenance on paint systems, facilities, trucks, and equipment.

This dynamic position combines hands-on technical work—ranging from equipment diagnostics and facility upkeep to basic wood and steel fabrication—with operational responsibilities like opening and closing the shop, inspecting deliveries, and maintaining detailed digital records. You will also represent Colossal on-site by driving company vehicles to customer job sites, supporting minor field repairs, and assisting the operations team.

The Company:

Colossal Media, an award-winning Brooklyn-based company and now a subsidiary of Lamar Advertising, is dedicated to reviving the art of hand-painted outdoor advertising. Founded in 2004, we’ve grown into a premier creative partner for the world’s largest brands, agencies, and artists. Our memorable campaigns build curiosity and amplify exposure through dynamic storytelling, redefining and elevating the out-of-home experience. Explore our website and Instagram to see our campaigns come to life, and check out this article from our friends at Better Letters for more insight. With a vision for rapid growth, we’re looking for passionate individuals to help us make it happen! 

Colossal Media is built on the craft of hand-painted murals. This craft has creativity at its core. Here we know that what fuels creativity is diversity. People from all walks of life work here at Colossal Media and all are not only welcome but are treated equitably within the Colossal Media community.

What you can expect from us: 

• An 8a-5p work schedule at our Brooklyn, NY shop
  • Hours will be capped at 120 hours/month 
• An hourly rate of $24/per hour
• Paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure
• 12 paid company holidays, including President's day and Juneteenth
• An ongoing 3- 6 month comprehensive training program
• Career advancement opportunities
• Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs to maximize your career potential
• 401k plan with company match
• Employee assistance programs

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist Shop Managers in maintaining cleanliness and organization of the shop, storage areas, walls, and trucks.
• Support Shop Managers with inventory management of all paint supplies, ensuring proper processes are followed, and accurately diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing paint systems efficiently and with attention to quality.
• Aid Shop Managers in training new hires in basic shop skills when applicable. Responsible for opening and closing the shop as scheduled. Professionally and confidently represent Colossal in all interactions.
• Be available on-site or on-call during designated work hours, which may include nights and weekends.
• Accurately document all work performed, including service logs, daily progress reports, inventory tracking, and shipping documentation.
• Drive company vehicles to customer job sites within the designated region on a daily basis.
• Assist with minor maintenance and repair tasks on grounds and facilities, including electrical work, carpentry, HVAC maintenance, and masonry repairs.
• Support minor repairs on trucks, lifts, machinery, and equipment, including oil changes, lubrication, fluid refills, tire inspections, structural adjustments, and brake maintenance.
• Contribute to minor electrical repairs and installations in the field as needed.
• Assist with wood and steel fabrication projects.
• Maintain accurate inventory records within the shop’s system.
• Perform routine inspections of equipment and machinery to ensure production quality is upheld.
• Inspect and count deliveries and stock upon arrival, checking for damage or missing items.

Education and Experience 
Required:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A current and valid driver’s license.
• Successful completion of OSHA 30 hour Construction course.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in one or more of the following fields: construction, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, mechanic, maintenance.

Preferred:

• Previous auto or lift mechanic experience.
• Previous experience working from suspended scaffolds.

Knowledge, skill, and ability:

• Naturally live by our pillars: curiosity, awareness, leadership, and craft.

• Ability to work independently with a positive attitude, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to quality.

• Fluent in spoken and written English, with solid documentation habits (written logs and photos) and basic proficiency in computers, smartphones, Google Apps, and Slack.

• Working knowledge of basic construction techniques, practical math, and wood/steel fabrication methods.

• Proficient and safe operation of hand/power tools, machinery, and equipment for maintenance and outdoor job sites.

• Comfortability working and climbing at heights, using/transporting ladders, and hauling tools.

• Strict adherence to Colossal safety standards, as well as full compliance with DOT and OSHA regulations.

The Nitty Gritty:

• Naturally embody our pillars: Awareness, Curiosity, Leadership, Craftsmanship
• Position continually requires demonstrated poise, tact, and diplomacy

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. 

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• This position is spent equally indoors and 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, long hours on feet
  standing, stooping, talking, turning, walking, driving, and climbing.
• Occasional travel, overnight shifts, and overtime may be required.
• Nights spent away from home traveling are less than 10%.
• On-call shifts may be required

Colossal Media is an EOE/AA: Disabled/Protected Veterans or any other State or Federally protected characteristic

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