Captains for hire in West Palm Beach, FL
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 West Palm Beach, FL to make your hiring faster and simpler.
Ready to work now
1,312
candidates
Resume updated in last 6 months
Most popular skills
Leadership9%Communication Skills9%Time Management5%Education level
High school diploma or GED35%Bachelor's degree30%Master's degree23%Years of experience
Less than a year2%3-5 years6%6-10 years20%Current company
A&M Maritime SolutionsADVENTURE BOAT SHAREADVENTURE WATERSPORTSTime at current job
Less than a year12%1-2 years12%2-5 years41%
Browse Indeed's database of 1,312 profiles for Captains in West Palm Beach, FL
Last updated: Sep 10, 2026
Captain: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in West Palm Beach, FL: $145,548 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $95,988 – $220,696 yearly
*Indeed data (US)
Safety Officer/Office Manager
West Palm Beach, Florida
Licenses & certifications
Radiotelephone Operator LicenseEPA CertificationUSCG OUPV LicenseRadar Observer EndorsementDriver's LicenseUSCG Master License+8 moreSkills
LeadershipSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsPersonal Assistant ExperienceOwner/Operator
North Palm Beach, Florida
Licenses & certifications
Radiotelephone Operator LicenseGuard CardEPA CertificationUSCG OUPV LicenseRadar Observer EndorsementDriver's License+9 moreSkills
Strategic PlanningCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsSport fishing captain
West Palm Beach, Florida
Licenses & certifications
USCG LicenseUSCG OUPV LicenseFirst Aid CertificationMerchant Mariner CredentialDriver's LicenseUSCG Master License+2 moreSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsRiggingMechanical KnowledgeMechanical TroubleshootingSchedule ManagementLead Parasail Captain
North Palm Beach, Florida
Licenses & certifications
First Aid CertificationNCCER CertificationOSHA 10Driver's LicenseUSCG Master LicenseCPR+1 moreSkills
LeadershipTime ManagementWater Transportation Industry ExperiencePassenger SafetyClient Relationship ManagementCustomer Relationship BuildingChief Mate
West Palm Beach, Florida
Licenses & certifications
USCG LicenseUSCG OUPV LicenseFirst Aid CertificationMerchant Mariner CredentialRadar Observer EndorsementUSCG Master License+2 moreSkills
Supervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsCrisis ManagementCustomer SupportFirst AidFirst Aid TrainingCharter captain /Sailing Instructor / Coaching/ Marina Manager/ Dock Master
West Palm Beach, Florida
Licenses & certifications
AEDRadiotelephone Operator LicenseLifeguard ExperienceFirst Aid CertificationLifeguard TrainingUSCG Master License+1 moreSkills
Organizational SkillsLeadershipAdministrative ExperienceFleet ManagementDecision MakingMarine Navigation Systems
Simple, transparent pricing
Choose the plan that fits your hiring needs.
- Sourcing Assistant — uses automation to find and invite top matches
- Assign up to 3 jobs at once to your Assistant
- It works daily, even when you’re offline
- Automatically sends personalized outreach messages
- Includes Assistant contacts to kickstart sourcing **
- 100 contacts per month
- Advanced candidate filters + Glassdoor profiles
- Get access to candidate engagement insights
- Improve team collaboration with shared candidate lists
Enterprise
- Sourcing Assistant — uses automation to find and invite top matches
- Assign unlimited jobs at once to your Assistant
- It works daily, even when you’re offline
- Automatically sends personalized outreach messages
- Includes Assistant contacts to kickstart sourcing **
- Custom contacts per month / year
- Configurable usage limits
- Custom pricing and invoicing
- Volume-based contact packages
- Dedicated onboarding and account support
- Enterprise-grade identity and access management
§Terms and conditions apply
*Plus taxes and fees as applicable. Pricing and offerings will vary by market and are subject to change
**Assistant contacts are applied in your first month
Not looking for sourcing candidates?
Browse by skills
Indeed is used by more than 3.3 million companies globally
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indeed Smart Sourcing?
Smart Sourcing is a tool that can help you find the right candidates for your open roles and reach out to them directly. Search resumes, and get a list of candidates whose qualifications, requirements and preferences match the job criteria you're looking for.
Are there additional products that can help me find candidates on Indeed?
Yes, you can create a free Indeed employer account and post a job or reach more skilled talent by sponsoring a job and expanding your reach.
What's the average time to fill a captain role?
The average time to fill a captain role is 80 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 a captain?
Common licenses or certifications for captains include: Driver's License, USCG Master License 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: OPERATIONS manager/ CAPTAIN, safety officer/office manager and owner/operator.
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 West Palm Beach, FL, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a captain?
Most captains have 37 years of professional experience.
Instantly match and connect with quality candidates today
*Terms and conditions apply