Warehouse Pallet Repair 1st Shift

Ryder • Amarillo, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring permanent, full-time Skilled Construction Laborers for pallet repair at its warehouse manufacturing facility in Amarillo, Texas. The role involves repairing and assembling pallets using hand and power tools, including a pneumatic nail gun, powered saw, hammer, pry bar, and grinder. Employees place pallets on a repair table, remove defective boards and nails, replace boards, and secure the components. Finished pallets must pass CHEP’s quality-control audit, and work must meet company productivity and safety standards. The position requires standing for long periods, frequent physical movements, and lifting pallets and materials weighing up to 75 pounds. The schedule is first shift, Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., or until daily tasks are completed. Pay is $18.00 per hour, paid weekly. Ryder provides on-the-job paid training and safety gear.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Zero to one year of carpentry or construction background preferred.
• Ability to comprehend basic math.
• Ability to operate power tools safely and follow the repair process.
• Ability to twist, stoop, squat, reach above shoulder level, and crouch frequently.
• Ability to use proper techniques to lift a minimum of 75 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, including at least two hours straight four times during an eight-hour day.
• Ability to use hands and feet simultaneously and perform repetitive movements.
• Some positions may require additional screening, which may include employment and education verification, motor vehicle records checks, a road test, or customer badging or background requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Carpentry or construction background; zero to one year preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Repair or assemble pallets using a pneumatic nail gun, powered saw, hammer, pry bar, grinder, and other hand or power tools.
• Place pallets on a repair table, detach damaged boards, remove existing nails, replace boards, and secure pallet components.
• Repair pallets safely and securely at a rate that meets company standards and in accordance with safety standards.
• Manually lift pallets weighing up to 70 pounds from a stack to a repair table; use proper lifting techniques for loads up to 75 pounds.
• Ensure repaired 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, and wear required safety equipment.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• On-the-job paid training.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off starting at 30 days.
• Employee stock offered at a 15% discount.
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics and appliances, cell phones, travel, and other items.
• Safety gear provided.
• State-of-the-art equipment and caring leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED