Pallet Repairer

Position Description

Ryder is immediately hiring permanent full-time Skilled and Construction Laborers to ensure expert craftsmanship at our warehouse manufacturing facility in Houston, Texas.

Manufacturing and Construction positions pay weekly.

• Hourly Pay $18.00 per hour during training
• Additional Pay: $0.50 piece rate will apply in place of hourly rate after training is completed
• Schedule:
  
  Second Shift Monday‑Friday 4:00 pm – 12:30 am

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• Use a pneumatic nail gun, powered saw, and other powered/hand tools to repair or assemble pallets.
• Place pallets on repair table, remove defective boards, replace with new boards, and secure boards into place.
• Stand for long periods (8‑10 hours) and lift up to 75 pounds throughout the shift.

• On the Job Paid Training
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K, etc. starting at 30 days
• Paid Time Off
• 401 K match
• 15 % Employee Discount on stock
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics, cell phones, travel, and more
• Safety Gear provided
• Safety is the first priority
• State‑of‑the‑art equipment and caring leadership

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 0 to 1 year in carpentry or construction background preferred.
• Ability to comprehend basic math.
• Ability to operate power tools safely.
• Must be able to follow repair process.
• Must be able to twist, stoop, squat, reach above shoulder level, and crouch frequently.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 75 lbs using proper techniques.
• Capable of standing and walking for extended periods (at least 2 hours straight, four times in an 8‑hour day).
• Able to use hands and feet simultaneously and perform repetitive movements.

Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check; a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

• Safely and securely repair pallets at a rate that meets company standards and in a manner that meets company safety standards.
• Operate a pry bar to detach damaged boards from the pallets.
• Operate a hammer, grinder, and 25‑lb nail gun to remove existing nails and assemble components.
• Manually lift 70‑lb pallets from a stack to a repair table.
• Ensure pallets meet and pass CHEP's quality control audit.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area.
• Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Wear all safety equipment while repairing pallets.
• Perform other duties as required.

Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug‑Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.