Bosun
Boatswain — senior deck rating. Runs the day-to-day deck crew, deck maintenance, mooring.
- Route
- AB + years of experience; no separate STCW ticket but often a national mate's-support cert.
- Watches
- Day-work.
- Progression
- AB → Bosun
Published ranges
| Vessel | Region | Low | Median | High | Year | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Container | ITF TCC | $2,250 | $2,450 | $2,700 | 2025 | ITF TCC scale |
Wages are a floor, not a ceiling. Union CBAs, tanker/LNG/cruise differentials, and seniority-based bonuses routinely push above these numbers. Verify with ITF or your union before signing.