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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Job Captain in Massachusetts is $117,392 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.
However, a Job Captain's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Job Captain Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $124,056 | $10,338 | $2,386 | $60 |
| Average | $117,392 | $9,783 | $2,258 | $56 |
| 25th Percentile | $107,591 | $8,966 | $2,069 | $52 |
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A Job Captain's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.
Experience is a primary driver of a Job Captain's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Architect... Level Job Captain | $81,025 |
| Architect... Level Job Captain | $99,837 |
| Job Capta... Level Job Captain | $119,434 |
| Architect... Level Job Captain | $140,480 |
| Architect... Level Job Captain | $121,977 |
What Am I Worth?
Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Job Captains. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:
For Job Captain roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Construction and Retail & Wholesale sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Job Captain positions in Business Services or Energy & Utilities typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Job Captain as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction | $140,870 | $68.0 | 20% |
| Retail & Wholesale | $129,131 | $62.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a Job Captain's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $124,056 | $10,338 | $2,386 | $60 |
| Average | $117,392 | $9,783 | $2,258 | $56 |
| 25th Percentile | $107,591 | $8,966 | $2,069 | $52 |
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