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Looking For A Job? Kanga May Be The Perfect Fit For You!

G’Day there! We are Kanga!

You’ve stumbled across this page because you are interested in a career within the pest management industry… Great choice! The pest management industry is one of the most resilient industries in the United States. Whether it be recessions or pandemics, the industry continues to grow.

Kanga Pest Control is a small company based out of a little town called Canby. We service the entire Portland Metro Area with our service area expanding into Salem and as far south as Eugene. We offer generous benefits starting with a competitive base hour wage, uncapped production bonuses, overtime, 100% covered health insurance, company vehicle and credit card, company-paid phone or reimbursement, license, and continued education paid for and for those that are veterans of the industry, support and paid studying to become A.C.E certified. We are small, but are experiencing large amounts of growth.

The right person will have a can-do attitude, enjoy taking on problem-solving situations, and take the initiative each day. The right person who exceeds expectations will enjoy performance-based wage increases and promotions. We are fully committed to equality and encourage all genders, races, and other minorities to apply.

Thanks for taking the time to apply we look forward to meeting you.

Cheers mate!

Position Descriptions

Entry Level Pest Technician

Want to get started in the pest industry, apply for our Entry Level Pest Technician opening!

Requirements for the position:

Applicants must have a valid driver's license and have an insurable driving record.
Must be competent in processing paperwork.
Must have previous Customer Service experience.
Must be able to pass 3 Oregon Department of Agriculture pesticide license tests within 3 months.

Duties include performing routes with other employees during the initial phase. Once fully licensed, you'll be expected to perform independently running routes which may include regular maintenance services and initial services. Customer retention is our #1 priority so the applicant must be customer service orientated. You will be responsible for vehicle upkeep, making sure oil changes are done, and keeping your vehicle cleaned and looking professional. You will be responsible for the maintenance of any equipment provided by Kanga. Paperwork must always be completed once finished at account.

You will receive study material provided by Kanga Pest Control to pass all exams, Entry Level Techs will receive pay increases with each test passed. You will receive both field training and virtual training. Entry Level Technicians will receive all benefits listed once trained and fully licensed with a Commercial Applicator License.

Experienced Pest Technician

Experienced Techs apply here! Veteran looking for a change? Looking for a place to feel appreciated and grow? Kanga is the place you want to be!

Requirements for the position:

Valid driver's license and have an insurable record.
Minimum 12-month experience in the Pest Management Industry.
Hold a valid Commercial Pesticide Applicator License in the state of Oregon.
Minimum endorsement is I.I.H.S General Pest, preference for having I.I.H.S Structural endorsement.
Must show an understanding of Oregon's pest pressures and have an understanding and be able to identify ants, bed bugs, cockroaches, rodents, termites, etc.

Experienced Pest Technicians will be expected to run maintenance routes, complete initial services, up-sell when necessary, prescribe the correct treatment to the customer, be customer service orientated, be a problem solver, have some experience with exclusion services, have some experience with commercial accounts, have an understanding of IPM and it’s implementation, maintain a vehicle and keep up-to-date on oil changes and other maintenance requirements while also keeping a clean vehicle inside and out. All benefits listed will be received at least one month into employment with other benefits such as vehicles being designated sooner.

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