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Cragun's Resort

Boat Cruise Captain

Brainerd, MN · On-site

Cragun's Resort on beautiful Gull Lake is seeking a Part-Time/Seasonal Boat Captain to drive our ... Deliver safety briefings and ensure compliance with all safety procedures. * Assist with boarding ...

Cragun's Resort

Boat Cruise Captain

Brainerd, MN · On-site

$50/hr

Cragun's Resort on beautiful Gull Lake is seeking a Part-Time/Seasonal Boat Captain to drive our ... Deliver safety briefings and ensure compliance with all safety procedures. * Assist with boarding ...

Cragun's Resort

Boat Cruise Captain

Brainerd, MN

Cragun's Resort on beautiful Gull Lake is seeking a Part-Time/Seasonal Boat Captain to drive our ... Deliver safety briefings and ensure compliance with all safety procedures. * Assist with boarding ...

Kemah Boardwalk

Boat Captain

Kemah, TX

Beast Captain This isn't just your next job - it's your opportunity to be part of an amazing team that delivers on our promise to meet and exceed our guest's experience the moment they walk through ...

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How much do boat delivery captain jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for boat delivery captain in the United States is $25.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $30.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Boat Delivery Captain do?

A Boat Delivery Captain is responsible for transporting vessels from one location to another, ensuring their safe and timely arrival. This may involve navigating coastal or open waters, handling customs documentation, and performing pre- and post-delivery inspections. Captains must have extensive boating experience, a valid captain’s license, and strong knowledge of navigation, weather, and safety regulations. They may also coordinate with owners, brokers, or marina staff to facilitate smooth deliveries.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Boat Delivery Captain position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Boat Delivery Captain, you need advanced seamanship skills, strong navigation abilities, and a valid captain’s license (such as a USCG OUPV or Master license). Experience using GPS/chart plotters, AIS, VHF radios, and familiarity with maritime safety and maintenance systems is essential. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and customer service skills help build client trust and foster successful deliveries. These skills and qualities ensure the safe, efficient, and professional transport of vessels while meeting client expectations and adhering to regulatory standards.

What are some common challenges faced by Boat Delivery Captains during the delivery process?

Boat Delivery Captains often encounter unpredictable weather conditions, mechanical issues, and navigational hazards during the delivery process. Adapting to varying vessel types and unfamiliar routes requires quick thinking and comprehensive knowledge of maritime regulations. Successful delivery captains also need to manage communication with clients and coordinate with marinas, repair personnel, and crew as needed. Proactively addressing these challenges helps ensure timely, safe, and professional vessel deliveries.

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Infographic showing various Boat Delivery Captain job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 13% Locum Tenens, 65% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 11% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,531 per year, or $25.7 per hour.

Boat Captain

Little Palm Island Resort & Spa, a Noble House Res

Summerland Key, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Description:

WORK in PARADISE:

Offering a unique opportunity to join the team of the iconic Little Palm Island Resort and Spa. This luxury private Island resort includes 15 bungalows, spa, bar lounge, and fine dining restaurant overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Little Palm Island redefines working in paradise.


The JOB:

As Boat Captain, your friendly, energetic and professional personality will be the welcoming face of the resort. We are looking for an additional team member to safely deliver our precious guests and team members to and from the Island with class and style.

You will warmly greet our guests as you Captain the first excursion of their dream vacation on our ferry to a private luxury Island. This is so much more than transporting people to and from the Island. You will become a part of their magical escape.

If you enjoy providing excellent service and meeting new people with a positive energy, we invite you to become part of our professional, fun team.


Requirements:

YOU:

To be successful in this position, we're looking for team members who thrive on providing an amazing experience for our guests. This role requires a minimum valid 50 ton Master Captain's license, focus on safety, attention to detail and a big smile. You should be efficient, observant, knowledgeable, and personable.


Our CULTURE:

People who best fit Little Palm Island are hard-working, reliable team players. We look for candidates with a 'can do' attitude and a willingness to learn. We are a group of individuals who share a passion for hospitality. We let our personalities shine and we like to have fun.


The OFFER:

In return, you are rewarded with a competitive compensation package including competitive pay, Health Benefit options, PTO, matching 401K, generous travel benefits, paid holidays and the opportunity to work in paradise on our beautiful boats.

Noble House Hotels & Resorts are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member (come as they are) as their true authentic self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team (rooted in family) and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.


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