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Beekeeper Assistant

PublishedPublished: Published 2 weeks ago
Description

Ensure that we have the healthiest, most productive honeybees on the planet working for Barkman Apiaries.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

-You are punctual and flexible, arriving ready for work according to the always changing schedule required by the bees.

-You accompany one or more Beekeepers and assist with the daily tasks while learning about the bees.

-You work at a steady, efficient pace and occasionally get stung by bees.

-You open hives gently and carefully, always using a smoker, ensuring the Queen is safe.

-You lift up to 50 lb. honey supers.

-You are very detailed and take clear and concise notes regarding the work of the day.

-You are able to effectively use a GPS to follow the planned routes.

Requirements

TOOLKIT:

-You are a good listener, taking instructions from a Unit Manager or Beekeeper and completing the tasks assigned to you.

-You can remember and follow standard procedures according to your instructions or training.

-You are an attentive, safe driver and skilled equipment operator.

WORK VIBE:

-"The only thing that's not an option is not getting the job done."

-We work hard and have fun as a team -- even on the hot, muggy days when we're lifting up to 50 lbs honey spurs

-Occasionally late, late nights or early, early mornings as needed to move, load and unload bees.

-We take our breaks between yards while on the road, in the trucks with AC and cold drinks. Sometimes when it rains we take the day off.