Beekeepers & Hive Management

Whistler Personnel Solutions; Whistler; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company this summer in Whistler as a field worker focused on hive management and scientific data collection. The role offers a unique opportunity for environmental enthusiasts to engage in effective beekeeping practices and contribute positively to local ecosystems over a two-month contract.

Benefits

Bonus pay

Qualifications

• Must be a Canadian citizen or landed immigrant.
• Ages 15 to 30 years.
• Driving Licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily hive maintenance and inspections.
• Conduct varroa mite testing and data recording.
• Assist with queen rearing practices and bee health monitoring.

Skills

Passion for sustainability

Ability to work outdoors

Teamwork

Education

Secondary School

Job description

Ensure Hive Future is looking for motivated, hands-on individuals to join their team based in Whistlerthis summer. 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.
• 5days on / 2 days off(exact days may vary).
• $19.00 per hour plus bonus pay.
• Based on Whistler BC, at the Four Seasons, Fairmont or Nick North.

The Perfect Candidate:

• Must be a Canadian citizen or landed immigrant (to satisfy grant requirements).
• 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 toEnsure Hive Future.
• Applications can be sent to Abigail Janzen @ [e-mail]

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.

About the Company: https://www.ensurehivefuture.org/

Ensure Hive Future is a Federal Not for Profit dedicated to research & education. A large component of that is around Varroa Resistant Bees. Bees that don’t need chemicals nor antibiotics to survive. Bees that are also adapted to their local environment. We work with small scale commercial apiaries, backyard beekeepers, scientists, and farmers towards a more sustainable future.