Cargo and Freight Agents
Top 3 Cargo Agent Jobs
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Marine Interdiction Agent
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Lockbourne,OH
Marine Interdiction Agent Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers those with Merchant Mariner Credentials the exceptional opportunity of a career in law...
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Land Acquisition Agent - Ohio
- Emerald Energy and Exploration Land Company
- Columbus,OH
Emerald Energy and Exploration Land Company, one of the fastest-growing land management and acquisition agencies in the country, is looking for Land Acquisition Agent in the Columbus, OH area. Experience in Right-of-Way Acquisition is required.
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Customer Service Agent - Work From Home
- Spade Recruiting
- Columbus,OH
Are you ready for a meaningful career change? We're looking for ambitious, motivated individuals who want to build a successful career while making a positive impact in their communities. Our representatives do...
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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