Cargo and Freight Agents
Top 3 Cargo Agent Jobs
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Insurance Agent
- HealthMarkets
- Columbus,OH
HealthMarkets Overview If you're looking for an exciting opportunity where you can change people's lives and achieve financial success as an independent insurance agent, you've come to the right place. Becoming an...
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Housekeeping Aide NEW INCREASED WAGES! Part-time
- The Laurels of Worthington
- Columbus,OH
Do you enjoy keeping things neat and tidy? If you have a passion for maintaining a safe, home-like environment for guests, The The Laurels of Worthington has an excellent opportunity for you! The Housekeeping Aide offers cleaning services to...
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Operations Supervisor
- Badger Daylighting
- Columbus,OH
The Operations Supervisor is an integral part of the operations team. They oversee many aspects of the day-to-day operations including but not limited to ensuring the operators follow proper safety protocol, onboarding and training new...
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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