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Urban Beekeeper
San Francisco
About us
Alvéole is on a mission to connect 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 and educational biodiversity programs, we help our clients meet their environmental goals while engaging communities and strengthening their brands. You can find our work in (and on) thousands of properties across North America and Europe, driven by a belief that business and biodiversity can thrive together. Learn more at alveole.buzz.
Job Title: Urban Beekeeper
Location: San Francisco - On-site
Type of contract: Seasonal, Full-time (40h/week)
Starting date: Seasonal contract from March 1, 2026 to December 1, 2026
About the role
Reporting to the Beekeeping Territory Lead, the Urban Beekeeper manages a selection of client accounts and manages their honeybee and/or other service. This is a 40h a week position in accordance with Alvéole’s current policies.
What you'll do as an Urban Beekeeper:
Client Experience
- Follow Alvéole standard operating procedures to ensure high quality service and client experience.
- Build relationships with businesses, schools and other organizations in person and online using Alvéole platforms.
- Manage client accounts, acting as their main point of contact including onboarding, communications, engagement and feedback.
- Manage client projects across all Alvéole services: honey beehives, hotels for bees and pollinator-friendly gardens. Tasks include installation, routine maintenance, data collection, pest / parasite control and facilitating educational workshops.
- Represent Alvéole and our mission to connect people in cities to nature by sharing your passion with clients, media and members of the public.
City expansion
- Support management of facilities including yards for honey beehives, warehouse, workspace and vehicles.
- Coordinate logistics in conjunction with international team members including harvest, extraction, data collection and product fulfillment.
- Contribute to the development of city project sales including canvassing, site feasibility visits and asking current clients for referrals.
- Be aware of internal Sales strategies
- Meet personal and professional goals and objectives set by the Beekeeping Team Manager and Lead Beekeeper.
- Communicate regularly with the Beekeeping Team Manager and Lead Beekeeper for planning, support and problem-solving.
- Handle miscellaneous duties, clerical tasks and responsibilities as defined by the Beekeeping Team Manager and Lead Beekeeper.
- Respect your city’s budget.
Beekeeping & Urban Greening
- Maintain multiple honey beehives at client sites and in yards on a “cycle” basis, carrying out a variety of tasks to support bee health throughout the beekeeping season.
- Adhere to best practices when carrying out a variety of tasks to support honey bee health throughout the beekeeping season including record-keeping.
- Contribute to the internal development of wild bee and urban greening expertise in your city.
- Drive regularly in your city including to client sites, yards, equipment and bee suppliers.
- Organize, clean and maintain equipment, supplies and storage space regularly.
- Attend regular internal training sessions to build skills and knowledge about bees, beekeeping and urban greening.
What we are looking for :
Essential
- Interest in pollinators, beekeeping, urban greening and/or Environmental Social Governance.
- Valid driver’s license since more than 3 years with a clean driving record. Comfortable driving in cities.
- Comfortable with the reality of beekeeping hazards (stings, heavy lifting, inclement weather, etc.)
- Heavy lifting (up to 40 lbs)
- Comfortable working at heights (training is provided).
- Comfortable using online communications tools e.g. Gmail, Google Workspace, Slack.
- Comfortable with public speaking or presenting to a group.
- Willingness to work occasional early mornings and/or late evenings depending on season needs
- Results-driven, goal-oriented and autonomous.
- Resourceful with a demonstrated ability to anticipate change and proactively adjust priorities and strategies accordingly.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- “Start-up” mentality; willingness to get involved in all aspects of the business.
- Comfortable working alone as well as with a large team.
- Comfortable with remote working.
Bonus points if you have
- Customer Relationship Management platform experience.
- Customer service experience.
- Beekeeping experience.
What’s in It for You:
- Seasonal contract - Mondays to Fridays
- Eligible for Healthcare Benefits as of Day 1
- Monthly Telecom Stipend
- Work for a company that is at the forefront of the ESG movement, driving change and positive impact in urban landscapes.
- A team-oriented work environment that encourages initiative and leadership
Inclusion & Accommodations
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. If you require an accommodation or adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, please let your recruiting partner know at talent@alveole.buzz.
Use of AI: We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our hiring process. These tools assist our Talent Acquisition team but all final hiring decisions are made by humans.
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