Kona Queen Hawaii is hiring full-time permanent beekeepers in Captain Cook, Hawaii. No beekeeping experience necessary!
We are also accepting resumes from qualified candidates interested in working as a beekeeper at our other company, Paradise Queen Hawaii in Kea'au.
ABOUT US:
Kona Queen began in 1975 and has become one of the largest producers of queen bees in the world. We are a family-owned company that is passionate about our bees and our people. Our family has been steering the ship since 2016 and we continue to do our best to carry on Kona Queen’s important legacy in the beekeeping industry.
ABOUT YOU:
You are interested in honey bees and appreciate their crucial role in agriculture. You like working outside and are not afraid of bee stings.
You are a reliable, team-oriented person with a solid work ethic. You put your best foot forward and take pride in a job well done.
You are looking for a dynamic job in a company with room to grow.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to lift 51 pounds
Ability to reliably commute to our location on Napo’opo’o Road in Captain Cook for a 7am start time
Ability to sit, stand, bend, and crouch throughout the day
Ability to work in various weather conditions
Ability to work on rough and varied terrain
Valid driver's license with clean driving history preferred but not required
WHAT TO EXPECT:
Our work schedule is generally Monday through Friday from 7am - 4pm. There are occasional longer days and weekends as the season requires. We provide a veil, hive tool, smoker, and UV protective shirt as well as reimbursement for quality work boots and rain gear.
Daily Tasks May Include:
Maintaining Beehives
o Feeding, Pulling Honey, Treating for Pests and Diseases as Needed, Relocating hives as needed
Maintaining Bee Yards
o Trimming / spraying vegetation, etc.
Catching Queens
Honey Extracting
All beekeepers may be asked to perform other tasks as needed. NOTE: We are not an organic operation and candidates must be willing and able to work with the hive / yard treatments required of the position. Employees will be provided with proper safety equipment as needed.
COMPENSATION:
Kona Queen determines salary based on experience. The starting wage is $19/hour with opportunity for advancement.
Experienced beekeepers may start at a higher rate.
BENEFITS:
Full medical insurance covered by the company
Dental & vision insurance available at group rates as a payroll deduction
AirMedCare insurance covered by the company
Paid vacation & sick time
Paid holidays
Performance-based bonuses
401-K plan with company match
Annual allowance for work boots & rain gear
Growth within the company is available for dedicated individuals looking for a rewarding career!
Call the Kona Queen office at 808-328-9016 or email your resume. Prior work history and references are required.
