Cargo and Freight Agents

Top 3 Cargo Agent Jobs

  • Part-Time Ramp Agent - CMH Airport - PrimeFlight Aviation Services - Columbus,OH

    Description LIFTING BAGS, GUIDING PLANES, LAUNCHING JOURNEYS - NOW HIRING RAMP AGENTS! The Ramp Agent is responsible for safely loading and unloading baggage, cargo, and mail, guiding aircraft to and...

  • Ground Ramp Agent - AGI - Columbus,OH

    Ramp Agent Do you enjoy working outdoors in a fast-paced, safety-obsessed aviation environment? As a Ramp Agent, you will be essential in ensuring that flights run on time by providing efficient ground support services. Alliance...

  • Airport Cargo Warehouse Agent - Gat Airline Ground Support - Columbus,OH

    GAT is seeking dynamic individuals to join its team of aviation professionals. Classification: Variable Hours, Non-Exempt Job Summary: Organize warehouse and storage facilities; arrange warehouse...

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What Cargo and freight agents Do

Expedite and route movement of incoming and outgoing cargo and freight shipments in airline, train, and trucking terminals and shipping docks. Take orders from customers and arrange pickup of freight and cargo for delivery to loading platform. Prepare and examine bills of lading to determine shipping charges and tariffs.


Cargo and freight agent Salaries

  • 2020 employment: 95,600
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $46,910

Job Outlook for Cargo and freight agents

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: 9,500
  • Growth rate: 10 percent (As fast as average)

How to Become a Cargo or freight agent

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Short-term on-the-job training

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