Join the Team

Join the A-1 Family.

24+ years of family-owned operations across the Pacific Northwest. We hire for character, train for skill, and invest in every member of our team.

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Why A-1 Pallets

More Than a Job

We're a family-owned company that treats every team member like family. Stable work, honest leadership, and a culture that values character over credentials.

Family Culture

We are a family-owned business and we operate like one. Every employee is known by name, respected for their contribution, and supported through life.

24+ Years of Stability

A-1 Pallets has operated continuously for over two decades. We grow steadily and plan for the long term — and we want our team to grow with us.

PNW Operations

Work across seven locations spanning Kent, Auburn, Centralia, Yakima, Tumwater, and Portland. Local work with regional impact.

Meaningful Work

Our recycling operations keep thousands of pallets out of landfills each year. When you work at A-1 Pallets, your work has a real environmental impact.

Benefits & Perks

What We Offer

Competitive Pay

Weekly pay with overtime opportunities. We reward hard work and loyalty.

Health Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage available for full-time employees and their families.

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays, vacation days, and personal time that grows with your tenure.

Safe Work Environment

Safety-first culture with proper training, PPE, and regular safety reviews at every yard.

Growth Opportunities

Many of our supervisors and managers started on the yard floor. We promote from within.

Team Environment

Small, tight-knit crews at every yard. You will know your coworkers and they will have your back.

Current Openings

Open Positions

We're always looking for hardworking, reliable people to join our team across the PNW.

Pallet Technician

Kent Yard — Kent, WAFull-Time

Sort, grade, repair, and build pallets to A-1 quality standards. Training provided. Physical role in an outdoor/warehouse environment.

Entry LevelTraining Provided
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Yard Supervisor

Yakima Yard — Yakima, WAFull-Time

Lead a small yard team, manage inventory flow, and ensure daily operations meet A-1 quality and safety standards. 2+ years relevant experience preferred.

Leadership2+ Yrs Experience
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Forklift Operator

Kent Yard — Kent, WAFull-Time

Operate forklifts to move, stack, and organize pallets across the yard. Certification preferred but training available for the right candidate.

Cert PreferredTraining Available
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Lumber Mill Operator

Auburn Yard — Auburn, WAFull-Time

Operate milling equipment to break down raw lumber into dimensional boards for pallet manufacturing. Sawmill experience strongly preferred.

Skilled TradeExperience Preferred
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Don't see your role? Reach out anyway — we're always looking for great people.

Day in the Life

What to Expect

Early Starts, Early Finishes

Most yard shifts run 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, six days a week. You will work hard during those hours, but you will have your evenings free.

Hands-On, Physical Work

This is real work — you will be on your feet, lifting lumber, swinging hammers, and operating equipment. We provide training and safety gear, but you need to bring the work ethic.

Small Crews, Big Impact

Our yards run lean. You will not be a number — your contribution matters every single day. When the team wins, everyone knows who pulled their weight.

Outdoor Environment

Our yards are outdoor operations. You will work through PNW weather — rain, sun, and everything in between. If you like being outside and moving, you will feel right at home.

The Pacific Northwest's
Pallet Partner.

Family-owned for 24+ years. Custom pallets built to your spec, delivered fast across the PNW.