Costco Distribution Center

Facility info

Appointments required — arrive 30+ minutes early for check-in. Late arrivals turned away. Receiving hours 3:45 AM–1 PM. Check-in process — gate kiosk, hand over documents without exiting truck. Given pager with door assignment (usually within 5–30 minutes). Live unload only — back directly to assigned door. Leave trailer doors open on exit for inspection. Unload times — typically 45 minutes to 2 hours. Some recent reports of 2–4 hour waits or extended delays on specific days. Staging/parking — ~70 overnight spots available first-come, first-served. Pilot and TA across the street. Portapotty in parking lot. Backing/maneuvering — plenty of room, straightforward layout. Spacious enough for inexperienced drivers. Staff attitude — mixed. Most interactions smooth and professional. Recurring complaints about specific security personnel being rude, dismissive, or aggressive at gate, particularly early mornings. At least one report of guard being abusive over language barrier. Other staff (receiving, yard assist) occasionally reported as curt or unfriendly, though many praise professionalism overall. Paperwork — receive BOL at check-in, Proof of Delivery at exit gate. No restroom facilities for drivers — nearest options across street. Facility condition — well-organized, clean, efficiently run when operating normally. Recent report of equipment breakdown causing delays.