Cargo and Freight Agents

Top 3 Cargo Agent Jobs

Border Patrol Agent - United States Customs and Border Protection - Columbus,OH
Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Entry Level NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES! IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized locations. U.S. Border Patrol determines duty...
Full -Time Ramp Agent - CMH Airport - Prime Flight Aviation - Columbus,OH
Prime Flight Aviation - - Responsibilities: Load and unload baggage, cargo, and mail onto aircraft; Guide aircraft to and from gates using marshalling; Operate ground service equipment such as tugs, belt loaders, and pushbacks; Read and...
Cargo Handler/Forklift Operator - Full Time- Multiple Schedules Available - Forward Air, Inc. - Columbus,OH
Cargo Handler/Forklift Operator Forward Air is seeking capable and career-oriented individuals to work in our fast-paced shipping/dock operation. Our Cargo Handlers are responsible for loading and unloading freight on our trailers in a...

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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