Landscaper Position
UNS Energy Corporation, headquartered in Tucson, Arizona, is a subsidiary of Fortis Inc., the largest investor-owned electric and gas distribution utility in Canada. Our public utility subsidiaries, Tucson Electric Power Company, UNS Electric, Inc. and UNS Gas, Inc., power our economy by providing electric and gas service to nearly 700,000 customers in Arizona. We embrace a spirit of giving, dedicated to improving quality of life in the communities we have served for generations, and in TEP's case, since the 1890s. We're building a cleaner, greener grid, with more wind and solar power than ever before, while maintaining safe, reliable, and affordable service.
Our culture is rooted in shared core values that define how we work and who we are. Our team of innovative professionals bring their authentic selves to work each day to power our vision and make a difference. We create opportunities for employees to thrive through :
- Continual growth
- Active Engagement
- Total compensation
A vacancy exists for the position of Landscaper in the Landscaping department. Please see the position minimum requirements, testing and interview outline and job description below.
Testing Date : The week of October 27th, 2025
Interview Date : To be determined after completion of testing
Normal Minimum Requirements :
Must have a high school diploma or GEDPossess and maintain a valid, up-to-date driver's licenseMust be able to pass State test to obtain herbicide license within six months of hireMust have basic knowledge of landscape and maintenance serviceMust be able to pass a competency-based test to demonstrate skills, knowledge, and landscaping maintenance qualificationsMust be able to operate power tools, chain saws, hedge trimmers, weed eaters, and mowing tractorsMust have basic knowledge of fertilizer and herbicidesAbility physically bend, stoop, and lift up to 50lbs for extended periods of timeAbility to work harmoniously with fellow workers and customers maintaining a positive attitudeAbility to work overtime, holidays, weekends, and in inclement weatherAbility to work in a manner that prevents injuryAbility to effectively communicate both verbally and in writingPLEASE NOTE :To be considered for this position, a Resume must be submitted, enumerating qualifications and skills.There will be a two-part testing procedure required for this position. The first step is a written technical exam followed by a behavioral based interview. Each step of the process must be passed in order to progress to the next step.
Written Technical Exam : The technical exam is a multiple choice test that evaluates the applicant's knowledge of the following categories :
Functional working knowledge of herbicides and pesticidesUnits of measurePersonal Protective EquipmentBasic General Safety RulesBasic AlgebraOSHA Regulations : Employee and employer responsibilitiesBehavioral Based Interview : The interview is a behavioral based interview incorporating our Core Competencies. In this process we believe that past behavior is the best predictor of future behavior and more recent behavior is a better predictor of future behavior than older behavior, and that long-standing trends are better predictors of behavior than isolated incidents. We therefore have patterned the questions during the interview to solicit behavior patterns that indicate with high predictability whether the candidate can perform the job as required.
Position Description : This job classification provides service for the landscape and utility maintenance work group.
Position-Related Responsibilities :
Performs general cleanup work, yard and site maintenance. Tree trimming, plant cultivation and care, some of which will be in close proximity to energized electrical equipment.Able to operate all automotive equipment including one-ton pickup truck with trailers, mower tractor, power graffiti equipment, power paint equipment. Also expected to operate small power tools such as hedge trimmers, weed eaters, chain saw, spray power pack, plus a variety of hand tools will be required to do roof patch work. Ability to repair fences, gates and doors.Knowledge of irrigation drip systems and timers.Respond to customer inquiries, job orders, and resolution of these inquiries.Storage, use and purchasing of herbicides, insecticides and basic maintenance supplies.Ability to obtain and maintain Herbicide license.Perform monthly substation safety inspections.Inspect all substation HVAC. Replace window HVAC units when necessary in substations.Perform general maintenance, repair of fencing, gates and buildings within substation boundaries.Ability to perform bee removal duties.Perform assigned work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with Company practices and procedures.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
Company policies and procedures effecting Landscape and Utility Maintenance.Knowledge of applicable landscape and utility maintenance requirements, TEP utility services.Technical skills pertaining to duties of the work group.Must be able to obtain an Arizona State Herbicide License.Must have a valid Arizona Driver's License.All employees are expected and required to adhere to the Company Code of Ethics and Principles of Conduct.
Pay Rate : $19.41 / hr
All job offers are contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Requisition ID : 6140