Cargo and Freight Agents

Top 3 Cargo Agent Jobs

  • Warehouse Clerk - Weekend Day Shift - Crane Worldwide Logistics - Lockbourne,OH

    Essential Job Functions* Performs data entry, and prepares standard reports & spreadsheets* Collects, organizes, records, and files information.* Performs Rating & Billing duties* Other duties as assignedOther Skills & Abilities* Ability to...

  • Warehouse Specialist I - McLane Company - Columbus,OH

    Start a fulfilling career as a Warehouse Receiver!We're a team. Our success is driven by the collective effort of each member in our warehouse, which has set us apart in the industry for 130 years. We're dedicated to collectively challenging any...

  • 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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