Arborist Apprentice

If you are looking for an opportunity to develop your Arboricultural expertise and knowledge, Bartlett Tree Experts has over 114 years of experience in managing trees and growing people. We are an international tree and shrub care business with over 125 offices in the United States, Canada, Great Britain, and Ireland. Built on family values and the pursuit of scientific tree care, we are proud of the quality of our work, our level of service, our safety record and, most of all, our people.

If you are looking for a career in Arboriculture, this is a superb opportunity to be trained and work in an interesting and varied role.

• Competitive salary - we believe your hard work deserves to be rewarded with guaranteed hours, overtime and team incentives
• 21 days holiday plus BH with an increase of annual leave with length of service
• Established family run company - be part of a local office team with the support of the larger company
• Safety Above all Else - new PPE, uniform and equipment
• Variety of work - domestic and commercial arboriculture
• Regular celebrations - quarterly team building bonus for each office to spend together
• Health and Wellbeing - we look out for your wellbeing by offering an Employee Assistance Programme for financial, health and wellbeing support and a Cycle to Work Scheme
• Training and Development - training programme from day one - using internal (Tree Work, Plant Health Care, Consultancy, Research Labs) and external expertise
• Employee Referral bonus
• Long Service Awards
• Discount scheme
• Company Pension

As an Arborist Apprentice, you will work under the guidance of experienced arborists to learn the skills and techniques required for tree care, maintenance, and removal. This is a hands‑on training opportunity designed to build your knowledge of tree biology, safety procedures, climbing techniques, and the use of arboricultural equipment. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, physically fit, and enjoys working outdoors in all weather conditions.

• Assist in tree pruning, removal, and maintenance operations
• Learn to safely operate chainsaws, chippers, ropes, and other tree care equipment
• Support climbers from the ground and gradually progress to climbing roles
• Clean up job sites by raking, hauling brush, and removing debris
  
  Learn to identify tree species, pests, and common diseases
• Follow all safety protocols and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Participate in on‑the‑job training and formal arboriculture education
• Maintain tools and equipment in safe working condition
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors

You must have transport to get to and from the office and previous experience of working within the arboriculture industry would be beneficial.

St Albans, Hertfordshire

Apprentice

10.02.2026

Regular Full-Time