Transportation, Logistics & Distribution
Expedite and route movement of incoming and outgoing cargo and freight shipments in airline, train, and trucking terminals, and shipping docks.
Cargo and Freight Agents
Average
$36,000
ANNUAL
Entry Level
$19,000
ANNUAL
Mid Level
$37,500
ANNUAL
Expert Level
$56,000
ANNUAL
Cargo and Freight Agents
2,230
Projected job openings through 2028
Cargo and Freight Agents
Degree Recommendations
Cargo and Freight Agents
01
Advise clients on transportation and payment methods.
02
Track delivery progress of shipments.
03
Notify consignees, passengers, or customers of freight or baggage arrival and arrange for delivery.
04
Estimate freight or postal rates and record shipment costs and weights.
05
Keep records of all goods shipped, received, and stored.
06
Enter shipping information into a computer by hand or by a hand-held scanner that reads bar codes on goods.
07
Check import or export documentation to determine cargo contents and use tariff coding system to classify goods according to fee or tariff group.
08
Prepare manifests showing numbers of airplane passengers and baggage, mail, and freight weights, transmitting data to destinations.
09
Negotiate and arrange transport of goods with shipping or freight companies.
10
Install straps, braces, and padding to loads to prevent shifting or damage during shipment.
Cargo and Freight Agents
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Transportation
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Geography
KNOWLEDGE
Public Safety and Security
SKILL
Speaking
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Monitoring
SKILL
Service Orientation
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Expression
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
ABILITY
Speech Clarity
ABILITY
Problem Sensitivity
Transportation, Logistics & Distribution
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