Cargo and Freight Agents

Top 3 Cargo Agent Jobs

  • Ocean Freight - Export Cargo Agent, Logistics - Expeditors - Salt Lake City, UT

    Ocean Export involves moving large quantities of cargo all over the world. We work together with ... Job Description Scope of Ocean Export Agent Position: Ensure timely and accurate movement of ...

  • Cargo Agent - IK Hofmann - Atlanta, GA

    The Cargo Warehouse/Forklift Operator I.K. Hofmann is looking for an immediate long-term contract opening for a Cargo Warehouse/Forklift Operator in Atlanta, GA for a Cargo facility. We are looking ...

  • Cargo Service Agent - G2 Secure Staff - Dallas, TX

    Cargo Service Agent Pay Rate: $ 15.00 Job Type: Customer Service We are seeking a driven, dynamic, and detail-focused Cargo Agent to join our team! The ideal candidate will have a broad range of ...

See all Cargo Agent jobs


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

Get the education you need: Find schools near you!


*Some content used by permission of the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor.

Explore more careers: View all Careers or Browse Careers by Category