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Royal Jelly And Honey Inc.; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff accommodation provided

Transportation provided by employer

Paid time off

Job summary

Royal Jelly And Honey Inc. in Coquitlam, BC is hiring a beekeeper for seasonal, full-time work at our bee yards. You will maintain the bee yard and equipment, ensuring safe handling of hives and healthy colonies.

Responsibilities include interacting with bees based on knowledge of their biology, behaviour, ecology and caste system; working outdoors in all weather; and adapting to locations where staff accommodations may be provided. Training provided.

Qualifications

• Experience with beekeeping and hive management.
• Knowledge of bee biology, behavior and ecology.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather.
• Strong teamwork and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the bee yard and beekeeping equipment.
• Interact with bees based on knowledge of their biology, behaviour, ecology and caste system.

Skills

Bee yard maintenance

Beekeeping knowledge

Biology of bees

Outdoor work

Tools

Beekeeping equipment

Job description

Posted on November 07, 2026 by a licensed third-party for Employer details Royal Jelly And Honey Inc.

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Job details

• Location Coquitlam , BC V3B 0P4
• Salary 21.00 hourly / 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment Seasonal employment Full time

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

• Hot
• All weather conditions

Work setting

• Staff accommodation provided
• Various locations

Tasks

• Maintain the bee yard and beekeeping equipment
• Interac with bees based on your knowledge of their biology, behaviour, ecology and caste system

Experience and specialization

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Work under pressure
• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Organized
• Team player
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Quick learner

Other benefits

• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Transportation provided by employer

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees
• Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
• Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
• Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
• Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition
• Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees
• Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees
• Does not require Canadian work experience

Support for youths

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment
• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

Support for Indigenous people

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
• Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
• Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers
• Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers

Support for mature workers

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports mature workers
• Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
• Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for mature workers
• Offers phased retirement options that allow mature workers to gradually reduce their workload (for example: flexible or reduced work hours, part time employment, project-based or seasonal work, etc.)
• Offers phased re-entry options for mature workers who are returning to work after retiring (for example: gradually increasing hours and responsibilities)
• Provides workspace accommodations, such as age-appropriate ergonomic considerations, to meet the physical needs of mature workers (for example: adjustable desks and chairs, accessible parking, etc.)
• Offers resources to help mature workers plan their retirement (for example: financial planning, access to pension and benefits, lifestyle adjustments, etc.)

Who can apply for this job?

The employer accepts applications from:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada
• other candidates, with or without a valid Canadian work permit

Advertised until

2026-11-28

Important notice:

This job posting was posted directly by the employer on Job Bank. The Government of Canada has taken steps to make sure it is accurate and reliable but cannot guarantee its authenticity.