Beekeeper

Beekeeper at Bee Happy Farms Inc in Madera, CA.

Dates of need: Worker 1: 1/18/2027 to 11/19/2027 Worker 2: 2/22/2027 to 11/19/2027 The Beekeeper Position will be responsible for the daily care of honeybee colonies. These activities include but are not limited to: -Closely monitoring hive activity, including inspecting the queen in each hive and the reviewing number of eggs or larvae present -Managing colonies by adding new hive boxes to maintain colony growth and removing boxes as needed. -Careful inspection of hives for symptoms of disease or infestation, to determine the health status of colonies. -Treating hives for any disease if found in routine hive inspections. -Providing feed and supplements to the colony during times as needed.

Additional duties include: -Harvesting honey from the hives during two harvest cycles. -Assist in the honey extraction process including packaging. -Responsible for moving hives from one location to another using beekeeping forklift equipment and flat bed trucks. -Complete Warehouse duties such as inventory management and general grounds maintenance

Work begins January 18, 2027 and ends November 19, 2027.

Pay is $19.75 per hour.

Housing is provided.

Typical schedule: about 36 hours per week.