How do they match: Cargo and Freight Agents

  • Cargo and Freight Agents

  • Container Coordinator
  • Load Planner
  • Traffic and Documentation Clerk

  • 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.

  • Assemble containers and crates used to transport items, such as machines or vehicles.
  • Attach address labels, identification codes, and shipping instructions to containers.
  • Direct delivery trucks to shipping doors or designated marshaling areas and help load and unload goods safely.
  • Direct or participate in cargo loading to ensure completeness of load and even distribution of weight.
  • Install straps, braces, and padding to loads to prevent shifting or damage during shipment.
  • Open cargo containers and unwrap contents, using steel cutters, crowbars, or other hand tools.

  • Unload materials or equipment.
  • Load materials or equipment.
  • Attach identification information to products, items or containers.