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Cargo and Freight Agents
Will "Cargo and Freight Agents" be replaced by AI & Robots?
It's highly likely this occupation will be replaced by robots/AI. However, our poll is less clear, and shows a 68% chance of automation within the next couple of decades.
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People Employed (US)
Job description
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.
SOC Code: 43-5011
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