Contractor - Urban Beekeeper | Nanaimo

2 weeks ago

Nanaimo British Colombia Canada contract December Alvéole Full time
Job Title: Contractor - Urban Beekeeper  Location: Nanaimo, BC - On-site Type of contract: Independent contractor partnership Time commitment: Flexible Starting date: As soon as possible  
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 Nanaimo, British Colombia available to do what they are the best at: beekeeping  

About Alvéole
At Alvéole, we believe in doing work that makes an impact - no matter what position you hold in the organization. Rooted in urban beekeeping, Alvéole has evolved into a thriving organization with a passionate workforce of 115+ individuals, working across 70+ cities in Canada, the United-States and Europe. Together, we share a common goal - to create a nature-positive impact by connecting people to nature in urban settings. Primarily servicing the commercial real estate industry, Alvéole is committed to promoting sustainable practices and creating a positive impact on the environment through our innovative nature solutions. 
Alvéole's impact-driven Culture is centred around its values:
→ We do meaningful work → We grow together → We share our passion → We push boundaries → We choose optimism → We make the customer win
We don't believe in values for the sake of having them. Alvéole is full of diverse experiences and perspectives, but by necessity our values are what we all have in common - they are what bind us together as an organization, and they are a non-negotiable commitment to doing things differently. Our values illustrate the 'how' behind our approach to work, and we use them as a compass to keep ourselves on the path that will lead us to success the 'right' way. Values hold us accountable to the culture we've set out to build for our team members, and the impact we've committed to making with our product. 
About the role
  • Maintain honey beehives at client sites s on a minimum three week "cycle" basis, carrying out a variety of tasks to support bee health throughout the beekeeping season. Tasks include:
  • Installation, 
  • Routine maintenance, 
  • Data collection, 
  • Record-keeping,
  • Pest / parasite control,
  • Facilitating educational workshops.
  • Drive regularly in your city including to client sites, yards, equipment and bee suppliers.
  • Engage with clients and tenants about the services Alveole offers (currently including beehives, beehomes, data collected through samples

Note: training sessions on workshops and expectations as set by Alvéole are offered to our beekeeping partner contractors.
Note: equipment such as Hive stand (1 per hive), Hive base (1 per hive), Bee boxes (3+ per hive), Inner cover (1 per hive), Outer cover (1 per hive) can be provided by Alvéole. 
Skills
  • Autonomous, results-driven and goal-oriented.
  • Sensitive to Alvéole's mission and Alvéole's standard in terms of client's engagement.
  • Resourceful with a demonstrated ability to anticipate change and proactively adjust priorities and strategies accordingly. 
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organizational skills. 
  • Comfortable working alone. 
  • Good communicator in-person 

Requirements
Essential
  • Experience in beekeeping.
  • Comfortable working at heights and willingness to work in buildings.
  • Comfortable with public speaking or presenting to a group in English.
  • Interest in pollinators, beekeeping, urban greening and/or Environmental Social Governance.
  • Valid driver's license since more than 3 years and with a clean driving record.
  • Comfortable driving in cities.
  • Location to ship and receive and store beekeeping items 
  • Comfortable with the reality of beekeeping hazards (stings, heavy lifting, inclement weather, etc.) 
  • Heavy lifting (up to 40 lbs)
  • Comfortable using online communications tools e.g. Gmail, Google Workspace, digital inspections and scheduling software
  • Willingness and ability to work when our services need to be provided 

Desired
  • Customer service experience is an asset


Our commitment to Inclusion & Belonging   At Alvéole, we embrace diversity as a core part of our identity and success. We foster an inclusive environment where individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives feel valued. Our team's unique talents create a vibrant, innovative workplace where everyone can be their authentic selves. We actively seek to attract and retain a diverse workforce, celebrating differences that strengthen us. We encourage applicants needing accommodations to contact

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