About this role
About Us - Howland's Honey is a 3rd generation beekeeping operation.
- Location- 1 mile South of Good Spirit Lake, SK (NE 4-29-5 W2nd) Language of work- English Main Duties- Supering hives- Harvesting and extracting honey- Cleaning honey extraction and storage equipment- Barrel moving, preparation, filling and storage- Manufacture, assemble, and maintain hive equipment- Bee yard maintenance Personal Characteristics- Good physical and mental health- Good coordination and manual dexterity- Ability to follow instructions and work independently- General interest in apiculture and a willingness to learn- A responsible attitude when handling equipment- Flexibility and adaptability Working Conditions- Some tasks are performed outside regardless of weather conditions.- Work may be repetitive and physically demanding, requiring self-motivation.- Safety precautions must be followed and protective clothing worn to avoid injury.- Appropriate hygiene practices must be followed to prevent contamination- Heavy lifting is required- Strong work ethic is a must!
Relevant Skills & Experience- Must have at least 7 months experience beekeeping.- Ability to drive and operate farm trucks.- Hand tool use associated with beekeeping tasks Beneficial but not required:- Equipment operation and maintenance- First Aid/CPR- Valid driver's license (asset)