Tree Climber Specialist

Santa Rita Landscaping Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) after 90 days

Health/Dental/Vision after 90 days

Fridays off (4x10 schedule)

Job summary

Four Peaks Landscape Management in Phoenix is seeking a Tree Climber Specialist for full-time employment. The role requires climbing living and dead trees, operating gear (stump grinders, chippers, chainsaws), and strict adherence to PPE and safety protocols.

You’ll need a valid AZ driver’s license and a minimum of three years of verified climbing experience. The position offers a four 10-hour-day schedule with Fridays off, ongoing ISA/ANSI safety training, and a path to advanced certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of verifiable tree climbing experience.
• Experience pruning palms and trees from 20 to 75+ feet tall.
• Familiar with ISA/ANSI safety standards and proper PPE.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and perform proper pruning and safety practices.
• Work safely in extreme heat/cold and varying weather.
• Climb trees using proper PPE, rigging, and equipment; trim/remove varieties of trees.

Skills

Tree climbing

Driver's license

Safety PPE

Job description

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.