• Salary Range:

• USD $12.50/Hr. - USD $17.50/Hr.

• Locations:

• Auburn University, AL

• Job Type:

• Temporary

• Department:

• Entomology and Plant Pathology

• Associated Division:

• College of Agriculture

• Req ID:

• 8445
• Overview
• The Auburn University Bee Center is looking to hire a temporary employee for a honey bee technician position.

The new hire will assist with bee-related research mainly outdoors under typical (hot and humid) Alabama conditions although some laboratory work is also expected. The technician will encounter stinging insects. An interest in insects/plants is preferred. The new hire should have an eagerness to learn new skills and the ability to work in often difficult physical environments.

• Responsibilities
• + Travel to field sites around Alabama + Assist w/beekeeping tasks such as hive management + Build and maintain honey bee boxes + Collect/Enter data into spreadsheets + Harvest, process, and bottle honey + Engage in outreach events with the public
• Qualifications
• + High school diploma + Interest in Entomology or related discipline + Ability to lift up to 60 pounds + Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Valid U.

S. Driver's License Ability to work outside for long periods Ability to work independently and as part of a team Willingness to learn new techniques