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Beekeeper Apprentice

Downeast Apiaries

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Bar Harbor, ME
$28,000 - $34,000
apprenticeship, seasonal
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About this job

Learn the art and science of beekeeping at our 200-hive operation producing raw honey, beeswax candles, and pollination services across coastal Maine. Responsibilities: • Assist with hive inspections and colony assessments • Help with honey extraction, bottling, and labeling • Build and repair hive equipment (frames, boxes, feeders) • Support queen rearing and nucleus colony production • Participate in spring and fall hive management • Help deliver hives for blueberry pollination contracts Requirements: • Strong interest in beekeeping and pollinator conservation • No bee sting allergies • Ability to lift 60+ lb honey supers • Comfortable working around stinging insects • Willingness to learn and follow safety protocols • Valid driver's license • No experience necessary — comprehensive training provided

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🐝 Apiculture🏡 Small-scaleanimal carebeginner friendlyoutdooreducation

Benefits

  • 🏠Housing Included
  • 🍽️Meals Provided
  • 📚Learning Opportunities

About Downeast Apiaries

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Contact: bees@downeastapiaries.com

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