Captains for hire in Brooklyn, NY

Find captains who ensure safe and efficient team operations, supervise crew members and maintain navigational safety across various types of vessels. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Brooklyn, NY to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    9,004

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    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Leadership
    10%
    Communication Skills
    8%
    Time Management
    4%
  • Education level

    Bachelor's degree
    44%
    High school diploma or GED
    26%
    Associate's degree
    18%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    80%
    1-2 years
    10%
    6-10 years
    10%
  • Current company

    • Macy’s
    • US Army
    • IBERIA
  • Time at current job

    More than 5 years
    50%
    1-2 years
    30%
    Less than a year
    10%

Browse Indeed's database of 9,004 profiles for Captains in Brooklyn, NY

Last updated: Nov 1, 2026

Captain: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Brooklyn, NY: $103,718 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $70,278 – $153,069 yearly
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  • Training Captain

    Brooklyn, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDUSCG LicenseUSCG OUPV LicenseFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseUSCG Master License+2 more

    Skills

    Lifeguard ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportFront Desk
  • Banquet Captain/Server/Bartender

    Brooklyn, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseTIPSCPRServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsGuest RelationsHospitality
  • Captain

    Brooklyn, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseUSCG Master LicenseCPRTWIC Card

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsSupervising ExperienceSecurityMaintenanceMechanical Knowledge
  • Assistant Captain

    Staten Island, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDRadiotelephone Operator LicenseUSCG LicenseFirst Aid CertificationMerchant Mariner CredentialRadar Observer Endorsement+3 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsLeadershipFirst AidCPRFirst Aid TrainingFirst Aid Protocols
  • Captain

    Brooklyn, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDRadiotelephone Operator LicenseFirst Aid CertificationMerchant Mariner CredentialDriver's LicenseCPR+1 more

    Skills

    LeadershipTime ManagementCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportConflict ManagementCrew Management
  • Deckhand

    Brooklyn, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationFirst Aid CertificationMerchant Mariner CredentialServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsManagementTeam ManagementEmergency ManagementFirst AidFirst Aid Training

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What's the average time to fill a captain role?

The average time to fill a captain role is 84 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do captains tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a captain include: leadership, communication skills and time management.

What licenses or certifications are common for captains?

Common licenses or certifications for captains include: First Aid Certification, Driver's License and AED.

What are some job titles related to captains?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to captains include: deckhand, assistant captain and USCG captain.

What level of education is common for a captain?

Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for a captain in Brooklyn, NY, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a captain?

Most captains have 20 years of professional experience.

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