Posted 3 days ago
Apiary Technician
@ Howland Enterprises Inc.
Saskatchewan
Overview
Howland Enterprises Inc. (Howland's Honey), a third-generation beekeeping operation near Good Spirit Lake, Saskatchewan, is hiring a temporary full-time Apiary Technician. The work covers supering hives, harvesting and extracting honey, barrel handling, hive equipment maintenance and bee yard upkeep, largely outdoors in all weather. Candidates must have at least 7 months of beekeeping experience and be able to drive farm trucks.
Responsibilities:
- Supering hives and harvesting honey
- Extracting honey and cleaning equipment
- Barrel moving, filling and storage
- Manufacturing and maintaining hive equipment
- Bee yard maintenance
Requirements summary:
- At least 7 months beekeeping experience
- Ability to drive and operate farm trucks
- Good physical and mental health
- Hand tool use for beekeeping tasks
- Heavy lifting and outdoor work in all weather
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Job-board feed · saskjobs
- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-03
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-04
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-04
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Agriculture & natural resources |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Seasonal | Yes |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Warehouse |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer none |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | First Aid, CPR |
| Driver’s licence | preferred |
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Howland Enterprises Inc.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 2 |
Description
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)
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