Tree Climber Specialist — ISA Arborist, 4/10 Schedule

Santa Rita Landscaping Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) after 90 days

Health, dental, vision after 60 days

Fridays off

Job summary

We operate on a four 10-hour day schedule with Fridays off. Compensation ranges $20–$30 per hour DOE, plus full-time benefits after probation, with opportunities for advancement and ongoing CEUs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years verifiable tree climbing experience.
• Must follow ISA and ANSI safety standards; wear PPE and follow proper site procedures.
• Familiarity with knots and rigging systems; knowledge of appropriate pruning techniques by species.
• Aerial Rescue training provided annually; ISA Certified Arborists available for in-house training.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proper pruning and safety practices on trees.
• Work in extreme heat conditions safely and efficiently.
• Climb living and dead trees using PPE, rigging techniques and equipment; trim and remove varied sizes.
• Operate equipment: Skid Loaders, stump grinders, chainsaws, chippers, pruners.
• Maintain and service company equipment (chains, air filters, grease points).
• Receive direction, ensure production and quality standards; be available for Fridays, weekends, and emergencies.

Skills

Tree climbing experience

Species identification

Pruning safety practices

Rigging systems

Aerial rescue training

Education

ISA Certified Arborist

Tools

Skid Loaders

Hydraulic Stump Grinders

Manual Stump Grinders

Chainsaws

Brush Chippers

Extension Power Pruners

Job description

We operate on a four 10-hour day schedule with Fridays off. Compensation ranges $20–$30 per hour DOE, plus full-time benefits after probation, with opportunities for advancement and ongoing CEUs.