Captains for hire in Lafayette, LA

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 Lafayette, LA to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    382

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Leadership
    9%
    Communication Skills
    8%
    Time Management
    4%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    78%
    Associate's degree
    9%
    Bachelor's degree
    6%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    60%
    Less than a year
    20%
    3-5 years
    10%
  • Current company

    • Piedmont Airlines
    • Raising Canes
    • Piedmont Airlines/American Airlines
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years
    71%
    More than 5 years
    29%

Browse Indeed's database of 382 profiles for Captains in Lafayette, LA

Last updated: Oct 26, 2026

Captain: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Lafayette, LA: $160,610 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $123,943 – $208,125 yearly

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  • Safety Manager

    Scott, Louisiana

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDEMR/EHRConfined Space CertificationFirst Aid CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10+5 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsAnalysis SkillsLeadershipPresentation SkillsSupervising ExperienceConflict Management
  • 100 Ton Captain

    Lafayette, Louisiana

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid and CPRTanker EndorsementRadiotelephone Operator LicensePassenger EndorsementDriver's LicenseUSCG Master License+10 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingDrivingCommercial DrivingCommercial Vehicle
  • Apprentice mate of towing inland

    Carencro, Louisiana

    Licenses & certifications

    Crane Lifting OperationsCrane OperationCrane Hoisting OperationsDriver's LicenseAdvanced Maritime Firefighting CertificationTWIC Card+9 more

    Skills

    Mechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsUnloadingLoading
  • Oilfield captain, 7th issue

    Lafayette, Louisiana

    Licenses & certifications

    Radiotelephone Operator LicenseUSCG LicenseFirst Aid CertificationMerchant Mariner CredentialDriver's LicenseAdvanced Maritime Firefighting Certification+5 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingMechanical KnowledgeRiggingOutdoor Work ExperienceMaritime Safety Procedures
  • Captain – Airline Pilot

    Lafayette, Louisiana

    Licenses & certifications

    EMR/EHREMR SystemsCertified Flight InstructorEMRPilot License

    Skills

    Time ManagementLeadershipCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportLogisticsTeam Management
  • Airline Captain

    Lafayette, Louisiana

    Licenses & certifications

    EMR/EHREMR SystemsCertified Flight InstructorEMRPilot License

    Skills

    Time ManagementLeadershipAdministrative ExperienceOffice ManagementOffice ExperienceRegulatory Compliance

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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: 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 TWIC Card.

What are some job titles related to captains?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to captains include: operator, apprentice mate of towing inland and airline captain.

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 Lafayette, LA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a captain?

Most captains have 18 years of professional experience.

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