Pallet Repairer - 1st Shift

Overview

Ryder is hiring permanent full-time Skilled and Construction Laborers to ensure expert craftsmanship at our 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 after training is completed

• Schedule:
  
  First Shift Monday-Friday 5:00 am - 1:30 pm

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We seek the right Manufacturing Employee to join us at Ryder and work with state-of-the-art equipment in the safest warehouse environment.

• Products being Handled:
  Pallets

• Equipment:
  Hammer, Prybar and Power Tools such as Nail Gun, Grinder, Saw

• 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

Other roles exist in construction, building, carpentry, manufacturing, warehouse, and skilled/semi-skilled labor to support distribution across the US.

• On-the-Job Paid Training

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K (start at 30 days)

• Paid Time Off

• 401 K company match

• Employee discounts and stock programs

• Safety gear provided and safety is a priority

• State-of-the-art equipment and caring leadership

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We welcome applicants including Proud Women and Men in Supply Chain, as well as Military Reserve and Veterans.

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

• 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 in a safe manner

• 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 with proper technique

• 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

Important Note: Some positions require additional screening, including employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or customer badging or background requirements.

• Safely and securely repair pallets to company standards and safety requirements

• Operate a pry bar to detach damaged boards from pallets

• Operate a hammer, grinder and saw to remove nails and use a 25 lb nail gun to assemble components

• Manually lift 70 lb pallets from a stack to a repair table

• Ensure pallets meet CHEP quality control standards

• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area

• Conduct operations in a safety-conscious manner

• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards

• Wear all safety equipment while repairing pallets

• Performs 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 disability.

Posted Date 2 days ago (1/19/2026 1:56 PM)

Requisition

Location (Posting Location) :
State/Province TX

Location (Posting Location) :
City HOUSTON

Location (Posting Location) :
Postal Code 77029

Category Warehousing

Employment Type Regular-Full time

Travel Requirements 0-10%

Position Code 1001607