Chicago, IL - Beekeeper - Part Time

About the role

The Best Bees Company is seeking a part-time beekeeper in Chicago, IL. This position offers competitive rates and flexible schedules, along with access to training materials and supplies.

Responsibilities

• Record detailed information about the beehives through our proprietary application
• Perform beehive installations, relocations, and removals
• Maintain Best Bees equipment and facilities including construction of boxes/frames, keeping inventory, and general cleaning
• Administer Varroa mite treatments safely and efficiently
• Maintain a professional and courteous attitude with Best Bees clientele and communicate efficiently with Best Bees managers
• Affiliate with the collection of honey samples for genomic testing & participation in Best Bees-sponsored events
• Facilitate extraction of client honey (using rental equipment to extract, filter, jar and label; or by transferring to city harvesting location)
• Affiliate with occasional site consultations with new clients to pick a location for a beehive according to guidelines provided

Qualifications

• At least one full season of beekeeping experience
• A valid driver's license
• Ability to efficiently service hives in the Chicago, IL area
• Access to a vehicle you feel comfortable transporting beekeeping equipment in
• Access to a smartphone
• Ability to communicate clearly, consistently, and promptly
• Familiarity with Slack, Google services, and Apple products
• Willingness to take on additional, often last-minute tasks/hive checks such as queen fixes, swarm catching, company events, etc.
• Familiarity with public speaking or event hosting
• Comfortable working independently in the field with support from remote managers
• Safety protocols

Benefits

Competitive Rates
Flexible schedules
Access to Beekeeper Training Materials
Beekeeping Information/Supplies/Materials/Products
A positive ESG mission with unique culture