Job Description
Job Description At Averitt, we are a trusted leader in transportation and logistics, offering comprehensive solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers. We are seeking a Licensed Customs Broker to join our in-house customs brokerage team for assisting with the management of customs entries, providing guidance to our team and customers, and ensuring full compliance.
Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) Job Description: - Ability to train staff in new procedures for import or export handling
- Experience dealing with airline and steamship line services for direct rate negotiation
- Hands-on experience with all documentation requirements for international air and ocean export shipments
- Experience with tariff filing of ocean freight rates
- Experience dealing with Customs ABI client reps, import specialists, inspectors, ports, truckers, railroads, CFS stations, bonded warehouses & Foreign Trade Zones
- Familiarity with export regulations, including denied party lists, regulated commodities and multimodal transport
- Experience with AES transmissions and problem resolution
- Project management experience on single and multi-shipment projects, including breakbulk and special equipment needs coordinating with port authorities and 3rd party service providers
- Strong interpersonal and managerial skills
- Willingness and ability to personally engage in the operational requirements to get shipments handled correctly
- We are looking to fill as a remote position with areas of interest, but not limited to, include Laredo TX, Savannah GA, Nashville TN, New Orleans LA, and Memphis TN.
Licensed Customs Broker Benefits: - Competitive pay
- 8 paid holidays (after 30 days) and paid time off (after 90 days)
- Excellent insurance coverage that includes medical, prescription, dental, vision and hearing starting as low as $101.10/week for family plans and $38.25/week for individual plans effective after 30 days
- Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability benefits
- Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans with profit sharing that directs a portion of company profits into your retirement account
- Referral rewards - cash bonuses for referrals
From working with top-notch colleagues and learning new skills, to teaming up with people who take pride in their jobs (and yours) - once you get a taste of the Averitt culture, you'll want in for the long haul. In fact, 19% of our associates have been with us for more than 20 years.
Ready to make a change? APPLY NOW to be an Averitt Licensed Customs Broker! Averitt Express is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Requirements - High School diploma or GED required; College degree a plus
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- 3+ years of experience in customs brokerage, with experience in truck/ground transportation preferred.
Proficiency in ACE, ABI, and customs entry systems (such as Cargo Wise, Descartes, etc.). - Solid knowledge of import regulations, HTS classification, valuation, PGA requirements, and trade compliance.
- Ability to work independently while supporting a team-oriented environment.
- Experience with Canadian and Mexican border processes and customs brokerage is a plus.
- Familiarity with bonded shipments, warehouse entries, and drawback.
- Background in logistics, trucking, or intermodal operations.
Averitt Express
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