Americold Logistics Nampa

Facility info

Operations Appointments required; arrive early for better door availability Live load facility Gate opens 6 AM, closes around 4:30 PM — don't arrive when gates are closed (residential area, no safe turnaround) Late fees charged ($125+) for arriving past appointment time, even by 20 minutes — pay before loading Call ahead if running late; some consideration shown with advance notice Check-in straightforward; can check in before appointment but won't be unloaded until appointment time Get Certificate of Authenticity (COA) — critical for receivers in some areas; verify paperwork before leaving Load/Unload Times Highly inconsistent — ranges from 1.5 to 7+ hours Some loads processed in 2-3 hours; others stall for half a day Dock staff speed varies significantly by visit and assignment Frozen loads (-10°F) reported sitting without unload priority despite temperature alarms Facility Experience Staff polite and friendly overall, especially front office Restrooms available in receiving office No overnight parking — nearest truck stop 5 miles away with paid parking only Free coffee (sometimes broken) Vending machines available Yard spacing: plenty of side-to-side room between docks, very tight in front entrance area Dock Access & Backing Front docks require blindside backing when lot is full — difficult maneuvering Minimal space to back in or pull out; tight squeeze between trucks Multiple narrow docks create risk of door damage Dock 22: Avoid if possible — fire suppression equipment protrusion causes door strikes; drivers reported pulling doors off Dock 29: Outdoor door, requires blindside backing with trucks on door 28; needs pull-ups Dock 31: Straightforward Docks 13-14: Fire hydrant issues; jack tractor slightly for easier access Front entrance tight — old-timer drivers can handle, newer drivers need extra pull-ups; patience required Lot location in residential neighborhood — limited access/egress routes Other Notes Disconnect air and chock tires before unload •