Career Profile
Cargo & Freight Agents
Cargo and Freight Agents expedite and route movement of incoming and outgoing cargo, take orders from customer, and arrange pickup of freight and cargo for delivery to loading platform.
General Information
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.
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Cargo & Freight Agents
Occupational Outlook
For the Rural Capital Area
Job Opportunities
Over the next five years, an average of 14 openings per year are projected for Cargo & Freight Agents.
Employment Change
Employment for Cargo & Freight Agents is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 17.5% between 2023 and 2028.
Earnings Potential
An average worker in this occupation is paid $18.79/hour. Entry level workers are paid $15.54, while experienced workers are paid $22.33. The median wage is comparable to average regional wages across occupations.
Local Employment Opportunities
There are 87 Cargo & Freight Agents in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 102.
Top 5 Employing Industries, Locally
The top industries employing Cargo & Freight Agents are Freight Transportation Arrangement, Couriers and Express Delivery Services, and Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services.
Knowledge Areas
The top most significant knowledge categories for Cargo & Freight Agents include Transportation, Geography, and Public Safety and Security.
Educational Attainment Patterns
The most common level of education for Cargo & Freight Agents is Bachelor's. 60% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree.