Captains for hire in Gainesville, FL

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    364

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Leadership
    11%
    Communication Skills
    10%
    Time Management
    7%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    47%
    Bachelor's degree
    24%
    Associate's degree
    18%
  • Years of experience

    6-10 years
    50%
    More than 10 years
    50%
  • Current company

    • Walmart
    • Dollar General
    • Target Corporation
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years
    30%
    More than 5 years
    30%
    Less than a year
    20%

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Last updated: Nov 13, 2026

Captain: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Gainesville, FL: $144,006 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $109,054 – $190,161 yearly
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  • Coach for Middle School Mock Trial Teams

    Gainesville, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    Servsafe Alcohol CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafe Certification

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementVolunteer Management
  • Shift Manager

    Gainesville, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    Food Safety CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Time ManagementCommunication SkillsManagementLeadershipAssistant Manager ExperienceAnalysis Skills
  • Manager

    Gainesville, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseServsafe CertificationFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsHost/Hostess ExperienceCasual Dining ExperienceBarista Experience
  • Package Handler

    Gainesville, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseClass EFood Handler Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsHost/Hostess ExperienceTime ManagementWarehouse Supervisor Experience
  • CAPTAIN

    Gainesville, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationRadar Observer EndorsementDriver's LicenseUSCG Master LicenseCPRTWIC Card

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsTugboat OperationMarine NavigationTrainingRoute Planning
  • Merchandiser

    Gainesville, Florida

    Licenses & certifications

    USCG LicenseUSCG OUPV LicenseFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRTWIC Card

    Skills

    Communication SkillsSalesPublic RelationsCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportClient Relationship Management

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

The average time to fill a captain role is 79 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: Driver's License, First Aid Certification and Servsafe Certification.

What are some job titles related to captains?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to captains include: package handler, business development manager and inventory and warranty manager.

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 Gainesville, FL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a captain?

Most captains have 13 years of professional experience.

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