Also known as apiarists, beekeepers raise and care for honeybees for agricultural and commercial purposes, such as crop pollination and honey production. They construct and clean hives, induct wild swarms, splitting colonies, collect honey, and ensure the overall health of the hive. Responsibilities: • Assembling beehives to desired specifications. • Inserting honeycombs and inducting wild swarms into prepared hives. • Forcing bees from a hive using a smoke pot to inspect the hive and retrieve honey. • Collecting honey and royal jelly. • Destroying excess queen bee cells to prevent the division of a colony. • Scraping out hive parasites and removing vermin. • Destroying diseased bee colonies. • Cultivating queen bees for sale to other Apiarists. • Arranging the sale of honey to local buyers. • Splitting colonies. Requirements: • High school diploma or GED. • Degree in zoology or animal science preferred. • Proven work experience as a beekeeper. • Excellent knowledge of plant and animal biology. • Ability to remain calm in stressful situations. • Basic woodworking skills. • Ability to lift heavy objects. • Ability to work flexible hours. • Ability to work unsupervised. • Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

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