How do they match: Cargo and Freight Agents

  • Cargo and Freight Agents

  • 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.

  • Prepare manifests showing numbers of airplane passengers and baggage, mail, and freight weights, transmitting data to destinations.
  • Determine method of shipment and prepare bills of lading, invoices, and other shipping documents.
  • Install straps, braces, and padding to loads to prevent shifting or damage during shipment.

  • Assemble wood products.
  • Attach identification information to products, items or containers.
  • Maintain inventories of materials, equipment, or products.