Core-Mark International - Houston

Facility info

OPERATIONS Appointments strictly enforced — late arrivals face $200-$500 fees. Early arrivals (before 7am gate opening) may be charged late fees despite arriving on time; get proof of arrival. Gates open around 4:00-7:00am depending on day. Check-in at door 10. Unload speeds vary drastically — reports range from under 2 hours to 5+ hours; box-by-box counting noted as slow. Lumper fees via text ($5 extra using EFS code); pay direct to avoid discrepancies. Live unload only. FACILITY EXPERIENCE Street parking available and common — park on street and walk to check-in. Lot is tight but workable. Overnight parking possible (drivers report sleeping outside). Bathrooms not mentioned. Staff attitude inconsistent — some genuinely friendly and helpful; others reported as rude and dismissive. Early morning operations (4am-5am start times on weekends). Gate activation by yard dog upon arrival. OPERATIONAL NOTES Small facility. Heavy paperwork involved. Address recently changed to 101 Esp, 15 miles along Sam Rayburn Hwy (old Vista Vak location no longer valid). Some reports of unload delays costing drivers half-day waits. Yard dog gates require activation. Generally smoother experience if you understand fee structure upfront and arrive early.