The Role
Performs tree climbing, pruning, removal, rigging, aerial safety, and equipment operation for commercial landscape projects. Maintains chainsaws and other equipment, follows ISA and ANSI safety standards, works in varied weather, and meets production and quality expectations. The role requires at least three years of verified tree-climbing experience, personal climbing equipment, a valid Arizona driver’s license, and availability for emergency callouts, weekends, Fridays when needed, and monsoon storm season.
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Job Summary & Responsibilities
Four Peaks Landscape Management is a full-service commercial landscape company located in and servicing the Phoenix area. We pride ourselves on reliability, commitment, innovation, and integrity. The Four Peaks’ Arbor Division is growing exponentially, and we are ready to add another member to our team. We are looking for a Tree Climber Specialist, the ideal candidate would have the following.
- Personal Climbing Equipment – Required
- 3 Years of Verified Climbing Experience – Required
- Valid AZ Driver’s License with Clean Driving Record– Required
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, jobsite procedures, demonstrating proper climbing techniques, knowledge of approved knots, and familiarization 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. We currently operate on a four 10-hour day schedule; you will always have Fridays off.
Full Job Description:
- Demonstrate and perform proper pruning and safety practices.
- Ability to work safely and efficiently in a variety of weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold
- Climbing 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.
- Knowledge of how to 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.
- Must be available to work during the following when necessary: Fridays, Weekends, Emergency Call Outs, Monsoon Storm Season.
Four Peaks Landscape Management Compensation and Benefits
- Non-Certified Tree Climber $20 - $33 Per Hour DOE
- 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 after 90 Days
- This is for Full-Time Employment, No annual layoffs with year-round work.
$25.00 - $35.00
Skills Required
- Personal climbing equipment
- At least 3 years of verified tree-climbing experience
- Valid Arizona driver's license with a clean driving record
- Experience climbing palms and tree species ranging from 20 to 75+ feet
- Knowledge of tree species, common health concerns, and species-dependent pruning practices
- Knowledge of ISA and ANSI safety standards, PPE, jobsite procedures, climbing techniques, approved knots, and rigging systems
- Ability to operate skid loaders, stump grinders, chainsaws, brush chippers, and extension power pruners
- Ability to maintain company equipment, including sharpening chainsaw chains, cleaning air filters, and lubricating equipment
- Ability to work safely in extreme heat, cold, and other weather conditions
- Availability for weekends, emergency callouts, and monsoon storm season
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The Company
What We Do
Santa Rita Landscaping is a full-service landscaping company specializing in design, installation, and maintenance for residential and commercial clients, also offering services like arbor care and construction.
