3D Technician

You know those props used to make billboards stand out (i.e. life-size trucks or giant crawfish)? Lamar Advertising's Graphics plant in Baton Rouge, LA is now hiring a new 3D Technician to help bring these to life! The purpose of this position is to assist the Senior 3D Technician(s) by operating two expanded polystyrene (EPS) (CNC) cutting and finish-coating machines. The 3D Technician works with the 3D Senior Technicians and at the direction of the Operations Mgr. Want to hear more about Lamar? Check out these videos: About Us Our Relationships Giving Back Program What you can expect from us: A Monday - Friday, 7 am - 3:30 pm work schedule with occasional required overtime An hourly range of $18.50 - $20.00 / hour dependent on relevant experience and qualifications 120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure 12 paid company holidays including Presidents Day and Juneteenth A comprehensive 3-month training program  Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs to maximize your career potential Multiple medical plan options Dental and vision insurance 401K plan with company contributions for participation  Paid parental leave Wellness program incentives such as medical plan premium holidays and HSA contributions What we are looking for in YOU: Sense of urgency and ability to apply common sense and sound technical practices under stress Safety minded Must possess attention to detail skills Painting/airbrushing Ability to interpret schedules and set priorities Must be team-oriented with a positive attitude and dedication to quality Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing Technical and mechanical aptitude Ability to read and understand complex operating instructions Ability to obtain Forklift Operator Certification Ability to obtain Electrical Safety Certification Ability to obtain Hazardous Materials Certification Skill in performing operations with units, such as inch, foot, yard, and etc. Ability to perform effectively under fluctuating workloads. Skill in prioritizing assignments to complete work in a timely manner. Skill in working independently and following through on assignments and directions. Critical eye for color and depth perception. Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED equivalent required 1 year of operating CNC cutting and finish-coating machines preferred 1 year of painting or auto body experience preferred 1-2 years of Printing or Graphics Experience preferred Or some equivalent combination of education and experience A day in the life: The 3D Technician supports the Senior Technician(s) by painting and airbrushing completed 3D props. Receive orders using Lamar’s production control systems, and schedule orders. Performing routine service and maintenance on the cutting mills Loading/unloading blocks of EPS, and sheets of coroplast based on shipping priorities Assuring size and shape correctness of EPS Materials handling such as safely operating forklifts, hoists, and finishing equipment. Cleaning and shaping finished material and preparing for coating The technician needs to work and understand the software used on the finishing machinery Inventory management: completing log sheets to record material usage Responsible for constructing digital backlit logos General housekeeping duties and ensuring a safe work area Physical Demands and Work Environment: The primary work environment is a shop. The physical demands include moderate lifting (up to 75 pounds), pushing, reaching, seeing (with a focus in 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 traveling for this position are less than 10%. Who we are: Lamar Graphics (i.e. Lamar’s creative hub) in Baton Rouge is home to 70+ masterminds ranging from creative geniuses to technical experts. 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 EOE/AA: Minorities/Females/Disabled/Protected Veterans or any other State or Federally protected characteristic 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! California Residents - Lamar collects personal information in the ordinary course of considering job applicants. 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Created: 2025-12-10