Tree Climber Specialist -Tucson

About 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

The ideal candidate must have at least 3 years of verifiable work as a tree climber. Experience with climbing palms and all species of trees ranging in height from 20 foot to 75+ foot tall. You need to be familiar with the species names and common health concerns to follow proper pruning practices that are species dependent.

The ideal candidate will also have knowledge of and follow 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
• familiarization with rigging systems

Aerial Rescue courses will be provided annually, as well as weekly Tailgate Safety Meetings, and in-house training from three ISA Certified Arborists. We currently operate on a four 10‑hour day schedule; you will always have Fridays off.

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and perform proper pruning and safety practices.
• Work at temperatures of more than 110 °F 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.
• Operate equipment such as skid loaders, hydraulic and manual stump grinders, chainsaws, brush chippers, extension power pruners, etc.
• Maintain company equipment (e.g., sharpening chainsaw chains, cleaning air filters, lubing grease points).
• Support and receive direction for work to be completed and be held accountable for production and quality standards.
• Be available to work Fridays, weekends, emergency call outs, and during monsoon storm season when necessary.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay: $20–$30 per hour (DOE); negotiable for experienced candidates 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, and vision insurance available after 60 days.
• Full‑time employment with year‑round work and no annual layoffs.