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.
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.