Highest Standard

Job Title: Lead Climber
Company: Highest Standard LLC
Location: Southern Arizona

About Us

We are a values-driven tree care company committed to honor, integrity, respect, and safety. Our mission is to deliver high-quality arboricultural services while developing skilled professionals who take pride in their craft. We operate with professionalism, efficiency, and a strong team culture.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Lead Climber / Foreman to run crews in the field and perform advanced climbing and rigging operations. This position requires leadership, strong communication skills, and a high level of technical ability in tree pruning and removals.

You will be responsible for jobsite safety, crew productivity, customer interaction, and maintaining industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a tree crew on residential and commercial job sites

• Perform technical tree climbing, pruning, and removals

• Execute advanced rigging techniques safely and efficiently

• Ensure compliance with ANSI Z133 safety standards

• Apply proper pruning techniques following ISA standards

• Conduct daily job briefings and enforce safety protocols

• Operate and oversee the use of chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts, and other equipment

• Communicate clearly with clients and maintain professional jobsite presence

• Train and mentor crew members

Qualifications

• 3+ years professional tree climbing experience

• Experience leading crews preferred

• Strong knowledge of ANSI Z133 safety standards

• Working knowledge of ISA pruning standards (or willingness to continuously improve)

• Valid driver’s license (CDL preferred but not required)

• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in heat and variable conditions

• Ability to work overtime during peak season and storm events

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience

• Overtime opportunities

• Performance-based advancement

• Ongoing training and professional development

• A team environment built on respect and accountability

• Profit Sharing Bonuses

Ideal Candidate

You are:

• Safety-focused

• Calm under pressure

• Highly skilled in climbing and rigging

• A leader who earns respect through action

• Committed to doing things the right way

If you take pride in your craft, value strong teamwork, and want to be part of a company that operates with integrity, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and grow with us.