Contractor - Urban Beekeper | Prince Georges

Prince Georges, British Colombia, Canada .
contract . February 12, 2026

Description

Job Title: Contractor - Urban Beekeeper

Location: Prince Georges - On-site

Type of contract: Independent contractor partnership

Time commitment: Flexible

Starting date: March 2026

Are you a Beekeeper looking to connect people in cities to nature by sharing your passion with clients? We might just have the right opportunity for you ! Alvéole is looking for Beekeepers contractors in Seattle available to do what they are the best at: beekeeping !

About us:

Alvéole is on a mission to reconnect people with nature in cities, one building at a time. As a certified B Corporation since 2018, we believe business can be a force for good. We partner with the world’s leading real estate companies to turn sustainability into an experience that tenants can see, touch, and feel. Through rooftop beehives, biodiversity programs, and ESG data, we help our clients meet their environmental goals while engaging communities and strengthening their brands.You can find our work in thousands of properties across North America, Europe, and the UK, driven by a belief that business and biodiversity can thrive together. Learn more at alveole.buzz.

What you'll do as Independent Beekeeping Contractor:

Maintain honey bee hives at client sites on a minimum three-week service cycle, performing a range of tasks to support colony health throughout the beekeeping season.
Install new hives and related equipment at client locations.
Conduct routine hive inspections and maintenance.
Be responsible for the complete honey harvest directly from the hives (targeting a yield of 30 pounds per hive per season) and manage the final delivery of the product.
Collect samples and field data to monitor hive health and environmental conditions.
Complete accurate record-keeping and service reports using Alvéole’s digital tools.
Perform pest and parasite monitoring and treatment as required.
Facilitate educational workshops and engage the public in beekeeping and biodiversity topics.
Drive regularly within your city to client sites, apiary yards, equipment depots, and bee suppliers.
Engage during visits and workshops with clients and building tenants to explain Alvéole’s services, including beehives, beehomes, and biodiversity data collection.
Complete accurate digital records and service reports using Alvéole’s tools (e.g., Zuper)

What’s in It for You:

Autonomy and Flexibility: We trust your expertise to get the job done efficiently and we set you a visit schedule to clients based on your availabilities. YOU get to pick how many clients you are willing to take on.
Focus on Beekeeping: Cut out the corporate bureaucracy and focus solely on what you do best: working with bees and managing healthy hives.
Competitive, Transparent Compensation: Receive prompt, competitive payment on a or per-site basis. Your rates are clearly defined, allowing you to manage your business and finances effectively.
Be a Partner in Nature Intelligence: Work with a company that is a leader in urban ecology. Your skills directly contribute to biodiversity, sustainable cities, and our ongoing data collection for nature intelligence.
Access to Prime Locations: Gain access to unique, high-profile locations for hive management.

What we ask:

Hands-on beekeeping experience and strong knowledge of hive health and seasonal management.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage your own schedule and routes.
Comfort using mobile and digital tools to log visits, tasks, and data (training provided).
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, especially for record-keeping and compliance.
Professional, friendly communication style when interacting with clients and tenants.
Valid driver’s license and reliable access to a vehicle.
Ability to lift equipment and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Availability to service hives on a recurring cycle throughout the season.
Ability to work in heights and move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, pulling, and repetitive hand/finger motions) and lift up to a maximum of fifty (50) pounds without assistance.
Comfortable with the reality of beekeeping hazards (stings, heavy lifting, inclement weather, etc.)

Important to note:

This is an independent contractor role.
Equipment Lent by Alvéole: Hive stands (1 per hive), Hive bases (1 per hive), Bee boxes (3+ per hive), Inner covers (1 per hive), Outer covers (1 per hive), and all necessary equipment and content for running workshops.
Work is seasonal and scheduled on a recurring service cycle.
Compensation is based on visits and services performed.
You must be comfortable with the physical and safety risks associated with beekeeping and rooftop work.
Contractors are responsible for their own transportation and insurance (details shared during hiring process by our Talent team).
A location to ship and receive and store beekeeping items is necessary.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: At Alvéole, we believe that diverse perspectives help create a more sustainable and impactful future. We are committed to providing an inclusive, respectful, and accessible hiring experience for all candidates. If you require an accommodation or adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, please let your recruiting partner know at talent@alveole.buzz.

Accessibility Accommodations: Alvéole is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and welcome candidates of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, marital status, or military service.

Use of AI: We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our hiring process (such as reviewing applications or analyzing resumes). These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. All final hiring decisions are made by humans.

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