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Temporary Kangaroo Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Temporary Kangaroo information

What are Temporary Kangaroos?

Temporary Kangaroos are individuals or actors hired to play the role of a kangaroo for a short period, often for events, promotional activities, educational programs, or entertainment purposes. They may wear kangaroo costumes or perform as part of a themed attraction. These roles are usually part-time or on a contract basis, requiring good physical stamina and the ability to engage with audiences. Temporary Kangaroos are commonly seen at zoos, children's parties, or marketing campaigns. This job does not involve working with real kangaroos, but rather portraying one for a specific event or period.

What is the difference between Temporary Kangaroo vs Temporary Warehouse Associate?

AspectTemporary KangarooTemporary Warehouse Associate
Required CredentialsNo formal certifications typically requiredHigh school diploma or equivalent, forklift certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentVaries, often outdoor or in specialized settingsIndoor warehouse settings, loading docks, storage facilities
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in logistics, entertainment, or promotional eventsCommon in retail, manufacturing, distribution centers
Search & Comparison IntentPeople looking for temporary, flexible roles involving physical activityIndividuals seeking entry-level warehouse or logistics work

Temporary Kangaroo roles typically involve unique physical tasks and may not require formal certifications, whereas Temporary Warehouse Associates focus on warehouse operations, often requiring safety certifications. Both are temporary positions but serve different industry needs and work environments.

What job categories do people searching Temporary Kangaroo jobs in Iowa look for? The top searched job categories for Temporary Kangaroo jobs in Iowa are:
Infographic showing various Temporary Kangaroo job openings in Iowa as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 20% Locum Tenens, 6% Internship, 33% As Needed, 19% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 15% Nights. Highlights an 11% Physical, and 89% Hybrid job distribution.
Field & Warehouse Technician/Potential Project Manager

Field & Warehouse Technician/Potential Project Manager

Blue Kangaroo Packoutz

Grimes, IA • On-site

$15 - $20/hr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

Benefits:
  • Flexible schedule
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Training & development
  • Competitive salary

Company Overview
At Blue Kangaroo PACKOUTZ, we specialize in helping to restore our customer's personal belongings after a fire or flood and we are the trusted name for comprehensive contents, furniture, art, and document restoration services. We offer solutions to help homeowners, property owners, businesses, and institutions restore what they value most. Blue Kangaroo PACKOUTZ provides a variety of contents restoration services that are designed to save you time, money, and headaches. When it comes to restoring what you value most, Blue Kangaroo PACKOUTZ is there to go the extra mile for you. Thinking outside the box starts with caring about what is inside the box.
Benefits/Perks
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Paid Training
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Active Work Environment

Job Summary
Under the direction of the Operations Manager, leads a crew in performing inventory, and pack out of customer on site and cleaning of items requiring restoration at the warehouse. Acts as the main point of contact for the customer on-site when the Operations Manager is not present. Ensures all items are properly handled, packed, inventoried and cleaned to Blue Kangaroo Packoutz standards. Potentially lead a team of up to 8 people.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Oversee and participate in the inventory, packing and staging of customer items on-site.
  • Ensures that adequate supplies are available for the crew when on-site and plans for resupply as needed so that those supplies arrive with no interruption in production.
  • Oversees and is responsible for packing items into the company truck.
  • Drives the company truck or company vehicle, as necessary, to transport items or workers to the work site.
  • Ensures that customer's items are dealt with in a professional and respectful manner.
  • Ensures that the customer's property is safe guarded and that the work site is left each day in a neat, and clean manner.
  • Orients, and supervises other Blue Kangaroo Packoutz technicians and temporary labor.
  • Documents and reports any damage to customer items to the Operations Manager immediately.
  • Ensures all policies and procedures regarding inventorying and tracking items from site into vaults are followed.
  • Meets with Operations Manager to discuss staffing and supply needs at each specific job site
  • Manage the flow of merchandise to be salvaged, cleaned, refinished or donated.
  • Creates and maintains non-salvageable inventory on-site.
  • Responsible for ensuring all safety precautions as recommended by the Operations Manager, and Restoration Company are followed.
  • Reports any safety concerns or equipment requiring maintenance to Operations Manager.
  • Reports any concerns regarding safety or crew performance to the Operations Manager as soon as safe to do so.
  • Oversee and participate in cleaning and restoration of customer items when at the warehouse.
  • Utilizes checklists to ensure that the truck is properly stocked before going to a job, and that it passes pre-trip checks/inspection.
  • Assists Operations Manager in other duties as assigned.
  • Apply corporate values.

Qualifications
  • Construction, restoration, or insurance industry experience would be valuable
  • Eligible to operate a motor vehicle per Blue Kangaroo Packoutz vehicle policy
  • Possess a sense of urgency, professional demeanor, positive attitude, and strong work ethic
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Comprehensive understanding of customer service principles and

Physical Requirements
  • Frequent lifting in excess of 50 lbs.
  • Access and mobility in tight spaces

Compensation: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
What We Do
Blue Kangaroo PACKOUTZ is a comprehensive contents cleaning and restoration company. We're focused on utilizing industry best practices for the handling of personal and business assets. Our work is so important because we're restoring what people value most. Clients seek out Blue Kangaroo PACKOUTZ after fire, water, mold, or other damage-it's a very sensitive situation they're facing, so we work hard to make the restoration process seamless and stress-free.
Who We Hire
We look for individuals with skills such as truck driving, warehousing, sewing, woodworking, crafting, cleaning, and other restoration-related activities. We also know that not everyone comes to us with these skills. That's why we put each specialist-those with or without training-through an in-depth and comprehensive training program. Each Blue Kangaroo PACKOUTZ member learns the entire contents restoration process while honing in on their specific cleaning or restoration skills. It's all a part of our ongoing support and training experience.