Captains for hire in Columbia, SC

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    792

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

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

    High school diploma or GED
    51%
    Bachelor's degree
    22%
    Master's degree
    15%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    90%
    6-10 years
    10%
  • Current company

    • Circle K
    • McDonald's
    • Target
  • Time at current job

    More than 5 years
    44%
    2-5 years
    33%
    Less than a year
    11%

Browse Indeed's database of 792 profiles for Captains in Columbia, SC

Last updated: Oct 26, 2026

Captain: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Columbia, SC: $77,438 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $67,081 – $89,395 yearly

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  • General Manager (GM)

    Columbia, South Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseCDL aNon-CDL Class CServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Assistant Manager ExperienceLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementCasual Dining Experience
  • Captain

    West Columbia, South Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Top Secret ClearanceSecret Clearance

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementField Operations ExperienceBudget Management
  • Manager

    Columbia, South Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Assistant Manager ExperienceManagementAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadership
  • Banquet Captain, Maintenance, Special Projects

    Columbia, South Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationOSHA 10Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CCosmetology License+3 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsService Technician ExperienceRear Loader TruckIndustrial Mechanic Experience
  • Captain

    Columbia, South Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Guard CardClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCertified Medication AideCPR+1 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsTime ManagementCustomer SupportSecurityChildcareExperience Working with Children
  • Counselor

    Columbia, South Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    CMHCAEDAmerican Heart Association Heartsaver CertificationFirst Aid CertificationLAPCCounseling Certification+4 more

    Skills

    EMT ExperiencePublic SpeakingHeavy LiftingPresentation SkillsCommunication SkillsTime Management

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

The average time to fill a captain role is 88 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: communication skills, leadership and time management.

What licenses or certifications are common for captains?

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

What are some job titles related to captains?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to captains include: manager, banquet captain, maintenance, special projects and counselor.

What level of education is common for a captain?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a captain in Columbia, SC, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a captain?

Most captains have 29 years of professional experience.

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