Also called: Bee Inspector
Inspects beehives for diseases and pests that could wipe out bee populations.
Suits up and opens dozens of hives a day, pulling frames to check for American foulbrood and varroa mites, and certifies colonies before they're trucked across the country to pollinate almonds.
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Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Bachelor's degree (4-year), about 4 years after high school. Bachelor's in entomology or biology, or extensive beekeeping experience.
Ways in: 4-year college, On-the-job training. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Entomology, Biology, Zoology.
Growing about average. Small number of state positions.
Low risk for 10 years. Hive sensors flag weak colonies, but opening hives and spotting disease and mites stays hands-on inspection.
Classes: AP Biology, Agriscience (FFA), Chemistry, Government or civics.
Official data: O*NET occupation 45-2011.
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