Cargo and Freight Agents
Top 3 Cargo Agent Jobs
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Motor Transportation Operator
- United States Army
- Columbus,OH
Vehicle Operator Job Overview: We are currently seeking skilled and dedicated individuals to join our team as Vehicle Operators. As a Vehicle Operator, you will undergo expert training in operating CDL Class A, B, and C vehicles across diverse...
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Airport Cargo Acceptance 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...
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Border Patrol Agent - Entry Level, Up to $30,000 Recruitment Incentive
- United States Customs and Border Protection
- Columbus,OH
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at time of offer may include the Southwest Border including prioritized locations. U.S. Border Patrol determines duty assignments at time of offer based on operational needs which may or may not align with...
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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*Some content used by permission of the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor.