Tree Climber Specialist -Tucson

The Company

For almost 40 years, Santa Rita Landscaping has been serving the Phoenix and Tucson markets. Known as one of Arizona’s largest and best companies for landscape management, we believe that customer service is an attitude, not a department, and use that philosophy to create lasting relationships with our customers. The Customer Experience is at the center of every decision made at Santa Rita Landscaping, no matter how big or small!

Experience and Training

• At least 3 years of verifiable work as a tree climber.
• Familiarity with climbing palms and all species of trees ranging in height from 20 feet to 75+ feet tall.
• Knowledge of and adherence to standards set forth by the ISA and ANSI for safety, including wearing proper PPE, job site procedures, demonstrating proper climbing techniques, knowledge of approved knots, and familiarity with rigging systems.
• Aerial Rescue courses will be provided annually, as well as weekly Tailgate Safety Meetings, and in-house training from (3) of our ISA Certified Arborists.

Full Job Description

• Demonstrate and perform proper pruning and safety practices.
• Work at temperatures of more than 110 degrees both safely and efficiently.
• Climb living and dead trees, using proper PPE, rigging techniques and equipment, trimming and removing varieties of trees in all sizes.
• Knowledge as an equipment operator with Skid Loaders, Hydraulic and Manual Stump Grinders, Chainsaws, Brush Chippers, Extension Power Pruners, Etc.
• Properly maintain company equipment provided (i.e. sharpening chainsaw chains, cleaning air filters, and lubing grease points on equipment, etc.).
• Support and receive direction for work to be completed and be held accountable for production and quality standards.
• Be available to work during Fridays, Weekends, Emergency Call Outs, and Monsoon Storm Season.

Compensation and Benefits

• Non-Certified Tree Climber: $20 - $30 per hour, pay can be negotiated for an experienced candidate with certifications.
• Promotions and advancements within the company.
• CEU’s for Re-Certification and Training Provided.
• 401(k) Package Included.
• After 90 Days: Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Available.

Schedule

We currently operate on a four 10-hour day schedule; you will always have Fridays off.