River Boat Captain Career

*A job as a River Boat Captain falls under the broader career category of Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels : Command or supervise operations of ships and water vessels, such as tugboats and ferryboats. Required to hold license issued by U.S. Coast Guard.


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Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessel Career

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High School Diploma usually needed for this career