Cargo and Freight Agents
- Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
Median Yearly Income
$48,338
Most Common Education Level
Bachelor's degree
Projected Job Growth
+10.63%
What do 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.
Career Interests Areas
- Conventional
- Enterprising
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Data on career profiles are based on information supplied by the O*NET Program, sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor, Employment, and Training Administration.