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The Best Bees Company

Beekeeper - Part Time

Antioch, TN · On-site

$22 - $24/hr

Best Bees is a full-service beekeeping operation headquartered in Boston. We deliver, install, and manage beehives for residences and businesses in major cities nationwide, including the Nashville ...

Alveole

Honey extraction and packaging operator

Denver, CO

$24.25 - $30.50/hr

Alveole has a sweet deal for you! We're presently looking to fill positions on our honey extraction and production team in Montreal for 2025 beekeeping season. As an Extraction and Packaging Operator ...

Hyatt

Beekeeper- PT

Carmel, CA

$18 - $20/hr

Prior beekeeping experience required * Must be able to perform duties such as splitting hives, requeening, treating for parasites, identifying and addressing hive problems, and harvesting honey

Tamus

Extension Program Specialist II

Angleton, TX

$5K/mo

Support and expand Extension apiary programming within the region, ensuring timely, accurate guidance on beekeeping practices. Partnerships * Contribute to grant proposals and execution of grants.

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for beekeeping jobs in the United States is $50,508.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,000.00 and $70,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Beekeepers frequently face challenges such as managing bee health issues like mites and diseases, dealing with weather fluctuations, and ensuring the safety of both bees and humans during hive inspections. Effective management includes regular hive monitoring, applying integrated pest management practices, and staying updated on local environmental conditions. Collaboration with other beekeepers and agricultural specialists can also provide valuable support and knowledge sharing to address these challenges.

What are beekeeping jobs?

Beekeeping jobs involve the care and management of honeybee colonies for the production of honey, beeswax, and other bee products, as well as for pollination services. People in these roles may work as beekeepers, apiary technicians, or in research and education about bees. Typical duties include maintaining hives, monitoring bee health, harvesting honey, and ensuring the wellbeing of the bee colonies. Beekeeping can be done on a small scale as a hobby or commercially as a full-time profession. These jobs are important for both agricultural productivity and environmental health due to the crucial role bees play in pollination.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in beekeeping jobs, and why are they important?

To thrive in beekeeping jobs, you need a foundational knowledge of bee biology, hive management, and safe handling practices, often acquired through hands-on experience or specialized training. Familiarity with beekeeping tools, protective gear, and hive tracking systems is important, and some roles may benefit from relevant certifications like the Master Beekeeper program. Attention to detail, patience, and effective problem-solving are vital soft skills for managing bee colonies and adapting to changing conditions. These skills and qualities are essential for maintaining healthy hives, ensuring safety, and optimizing honey production.
Infographic showing various Beekeeping Jobs job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Locum Tenens, 46% Part Time, and 50% Contract. Highlights an 2% Physical, and 98% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $50,508 per year, or $24.3 per hour.
Chicago, IL - Beekeeper - Part Time

Chicago, IL - Beekeeper - Part Time

The Best Bees Company

Chicago, IL • On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Part-time

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

The Best Bees Company is seeking a part-time beekeeper in Chicago, IL!
Best Bees is a full-service beekeeping operation headquartered in Boston. We deliver, install, and manage beehives for residences and businesses in major cities nationwide, including the Chicago metro area. Our beekeepers are managed either remotely from our Boston office or in-person from the regional facility. We offer a competitive hourly rate and are seeking an experienced beekeeper to start immediately. Compensation is based on experience and qualifications.
Our field operations team is made up of dedicated environmentalists working to support scientific research in honey bee colonies on buildings and in backyards across the United States. Our beekeepers and apiarists play a direct role in our research and grow the pollinator population with each hive check. They are a vital piece of our mission and are considered field ecologists.
Our ideal candidate will possess the following 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
  • Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs regularly and follow safety protocols

Responsibilities to include:
  • Service hives in the Chicago region following monthly objectives
  • 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.
  • Assist with the collection of honey samples for genomic testing & participation in Best Bees-sponsored events
  • Perform occasional site consultations with new clients to pick a location for a beehive according to guidelines provided
  • Facilitate extraction of client honey (using rental equipment to extract, filter, jar and label; or by transferring to city harvesting location)

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

Who We Are
The Best Bees Company installs and maintains honeybee hives on commercial, government, and residential properties in urban centers across the US. Our mission is to improve pollinator health and expand the bee population by partnering with clients across all sectors of business and government.
Since 2010, we have made a tangible, positive impact on the environment, one beehive at a time. The Best Bees Company has developed innovative approaches and data that are now used by such institutions as NASA, MIT, Harvard, and National Geographic.
The Best Bees Company is a hub for scientists, artists, and adventurers, where a culture of creativity and environmental stewardship thrive. Our staff of driven professionals dedicates themselves to developing cutting-edge and resourceful ways of ensuring bee health, global food security, and client engagement.
Job Type: Part-time

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