Salary Breakdown
Cargo and Freight Agents
Average
$45,550
ANNUAL
$21.90
HOURLY
Entry Level
$30,020
ANNUAL
$14.44
HOURLY
Mid Level
$46,400
ANNUAL
$22.31
HOURLY
Expert Level
$61,390
ANNUAL
$29.51
HOURLY
Projected Jobs
Cargo and Freight Agents
2,760
Projected job openings through 2030
Sample Career Roadmap
Cargo and Freight Agents
Supporting Programs
Cargo and Freight Agents
Top Expected Tasks
Cargo and Freight Agents
01
Negotiate and arrange transport of goods with shipping or freight companies.
02
Determine method of shipment and prepare bills of lading, invoices, and other shipping documents.
03
Track delivery progress of shipments.
04
Advise clients on transportation and payment methods.
05
Estimate freight or postal rates and record shipment costs and weights.
06
Keep records of all goods shipped, received, and stored.
07
Notify consignees, passengers, or customers of freight or baggage arrival and arrange for delivery.
08
Prepare manifests showing numbers of airplane passengers and baggage, mail, and freight weights, transmitting data to destinations.
09
Arrange insurance coverage for goods.
10
Install straps, braces, and padding to loads to prevent shifting or damage during shipment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Cargo and Freight Agents
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Transportation
KNOWLEDGE
Geography
KNOWLEDGE
Public Safety and Security
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Administration and Management
SKILL
Speaking
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Negotiation
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
ABILITY
Near Vision
ABILITY
Problem Sensitivity
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