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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.

Position Summary

We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented, and experienced Licensed Customs Broker to provide assistance and support for customs clearance activities. This role is ideal for someone with deep knowledge of U.S. customs regulations and hands-on experience in brokerage operations within a fast-paced transportation environment. You will serve as acompliance expert, handling customs entries, supporting internal teams, and ensuring our clients' freight moves efficiently across borders.
Ensure full compliance with U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP), PGA (Partner Government Agencies), and relevant trade laws.
This position is remote and open to candidates located within the continental United States.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, submission, and tracking of customs entries for imported freight via truck, air, and ocean.
• Ensure full compliance with U.S. Customs & Border Protection (CBP), PGA (Partner Government Agencies), and relevant trade laws.
• Collaborate with dispatch, operations, and customers to gather accurate documentation and resolve entry issues.
• Classify goods using the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), and determine proper duty rates and applicable programs (USMCA, Section 301/232, etc.).
• Assist in managing compliance audits and reporting requirements.
• Communicate with CBP and other regulatory agencies as needed on behalf of the company or its clients.
• Stay updated on trade regulation changes and advise management on potential operational impacts.

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
• 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
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently while supporting a team-oriented environment
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• 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