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Beekeepers & Hive Management
Ensure Hive Future is looking for motivated and hands on individuals to fill the role of Beekeeper and Hive Management at locations Whistler during the summer season.
This is a fieldwork-heavy role that involves hive management, equipment building, and scientific data collection. Public-facing duties (e.g., tours or guest interaction) may happen occasionally. Looking for up to 6 individuals to work the two months. Additional roles at Bowen Island are available as well.
If you have a strong commitment to environmental conservation and are interested in learning how to thrive in this demanding yet rewarding field, we invite you to apply for this exciting temporary opportunity to be an integral part of our team this summer. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine your love for nature with effective beekeeping practices and contribute positively to local ecosystems.
About the Role, Benefits & Perks:
- Full-time, temporary (2 month contract)
- 35 hours per week, weekends as needed.
- 4 – 5 days a week
- $19.25 per hour plus bonus pay.
- Based in Whistler BC, at the Four Seasons, Fairmont or Nick North.
The Perfect Candidate:
- Must be Canadian citizen or have landed immigrant status.
- Ideal candidate will be in an undergraduate or graduate program at university or college.
- Ages 15 to 30 years (to satisfy grant requirements).
- Driving Licence (preferred).
- Secondary School (preferred).
- Able to commit to the full program.
- A passion for the sustainabiliy and our environment, any prior experience at an apiary a bonus.
Responsibilities Include:
- Perform daily hive maintenance and inspections.
- Conduct varroa mite testing and data recording for research.
- Assist with queen rearing practices and bee health monitoring.
- Build and repair hive boxes and beekeeping tools.
- Help with honey harvesting and general site upkeep.
- Occasionally assist with educational tours or outreach (as needed).
Applying is Easy!
- Apply directly to Ensure Hive Future.
- Applications can be sent to Lucie Vermette @ SummerJobs@EnsureHiveFuture.org
Note: All applications will be reviewed by the hiring company and those who are selected for an interview will be contacted by their team. Only candidates with a valid Canadian work permit will be considered.
