Ryder Logistics - Truck Driver Entrance

Facility info

Operations Appointment only, can check in 30 minutes early maximum Don't arrive significantly early—turned away at gate if too far ahead of appointment Back in with trailer doors closed, tandems slid. Facility opens/closes doors and seals from inside Check in at guard shack with pickup number, get gate pass Proceed to office between doors 10-11 to sign paperwork and get dock assignment Wait in truck until second green light Load times range wildly: 45 minutes to 2 hours on good days; 4-8 hours common; some reports of 6-7 hour waits Multiple seals required for multi-stop deliveries—verify shipper provides all seals before leaving Write seal number on gate pass before checkout Facility Experience No overnight parking Clean restrooms, free coffee/cappuccino, vending machines Guard shack staff consistently described as professional and friendly Shipping office staff highly praised by most drivers One consistent complaint: older male staff member described as unhelpful and potentially vindictive about late arrivals Yard has adequate space to maneuver Staff attitude toward late arrivals: will work you in but expect extended waits (6-8 hours possible) Phone line unreliable—doesn't answer or takes messages Safety Note You cannot see load being secured since doors close from inside. Facility will secure straps/load bars if provided—confirm this in writing before docking