Environmental Operator - Pride of America

NCLA Norwegian Cruise Line America; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

NCLA Norwegian Cruise Line America seeks an Environmental Operator aboard Pride of America to enforce safety and environmental policies and manage waste streams in a shipboard setting.

Requirements include at least one year in an industrial environment, a high school diploma or equivalent, and STCW training. The role demands strong hospitality, teamwork, and the ability to live in limited spaces on a vessel.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in a machine shop or related industrial environment.
• Highschool diploma or foreign equivalent is required.
• Position-specific STCW training from an accredited educational institution is required.
• Hospitality and customer service driven; professional appearance and hygiene; teamwork and positive attitude are valued.
• Ability to work 7 days a week and adapt to close-quarters living environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety/environmental procedures as per SMS and ship policies.
• Operate environmental equipment and assist in waste management.
• Observe and report any policy violations or safety concerns.
• Assist in garbage off-loads and keep areas clean and orderly.
• Support the Environmental Officer and administer the Environmental Program onboard.

Skills

Hospitality oriented

Customer service

Professional appearance

Teamwork

Adaptability

Flexibility

Positive attitude

Education

Highschool diploma or foreign equivalent

Position-specific STCW training

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Be familiar with the Safety and Environmental Protection Policy and carry out the responsibilities within the Safety Management System (SMS).
• Carry out responsibilities in Safety Organization according to the ship’s Emergency Plan and Station Bill.
• Know and follow all specific waste handling procedures in SMS, as per training, following standing orders and ship’s posted procedures.
• Operate all machinery properly as per training and ship procedures.
• Be familiar with the operation/limitation of all environmental equipment assigned, such as the incinerator, pulper, tin can crusher, glass crusher, etc.
• Maintain environmental equipment/gear when ordered/requested.
• Keep garbage areas clean and tidy.
• Collect and segregate garbage in respect to company policy.
• Assist in garbage off-loads.
• Impose and maintain safety/environmental consciousness.
• Be observant and alert in order to propose suggestions to other crew members about improvement in environmental related matters.
• Inform EO if any improper waste segregation or any other violation of company policy is observed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or as directed.
• The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
• Must be familiar with the Safety and Environmental Protection Policy and the SMS, and carry out the policies and procedures appropriate for his/her position.
• The Environmental Operator will be given full access to all employees and to all areas of the ship.
• This position needs to ensure that all ship waste management systems are functioning properly.
• The Environmental Operator reports directly to the Environmental Officer (EO) and assists them as needed or required.
• Administer the NCL Environmental Program onboard, including all environmental training and compliance.

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND ATTRIBUTES

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of one (1) year experience working in a machine shop or related industrial environment is required.

EDUCATION

• Highschool diploma or foreign equivalent is required.
• Position-specific STCW training from an accredited educational institution is required.

ATTRIBUTES

• Passionate about hospitality and customer service driven
• Must have a professional appearance and good hygiene
• Respect for all co-workers and guests
• Pride in your work by creating positive energy, excitement and fun
• Able to work 7 days a week
• Demonstrate positive behaviors; smiling, being polite and courteous
• Able to develop a camaraderie with team members
• Ability to live in close quarters, share limited space with other cabin-mates

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

NCL America : The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) requires all crew members employed with NCL America aboard the Pride of America to hold a Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC).
In order to qualify for a MMC, applicants must demonstrate specific physical abilities necessary to perform shipboard duties per USCG guidelines (COMPDTPUB 16700.4 NVIC 04-8).
Shall have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 40.0 or less.
Blood Pressure as per USCG a maximum 160/100.
NCLH International Flag: In addition to the above, NCLH requires the following for all crew members for all international flagged ships: Shall have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 35.0 or less. Blood Pressure as per USCG a maximum 140/90.
The verifying medical practitioner doubts the applicant’s ability to successfully perform any of the following functions, a suitable practical demonstration is required for those functions. The verifying medical practitioner, in consultation with any other qualified practitioners he/she deems appropriate, determines whether a practical demonstration is necessary, and whether the applicant is physically competent or not physically competent.
General Movement: Is able to maintain a sense of balance without disturbance while walking and standing. Is able to climb up and down vertical ladders and stairways. Is able to step over a door sill or coming up to 24 inches in height. Is able to move through a restricted opening of 24 inches by 24 inches. Is able to open and close watertight doors that weigh up to 55 pounds. Must be able to move hands/arms in vertical and horizontal directions, rotate wrists and reach above shoulder height to turn handles. Is able to repeatedly lift at least a 55 pound load off the ground, and to carry, push or pull the same load over a long distance (minimum of 150 feet) and up/down multiple staircases over a four hour period. Is able to pull an un-charged 1.5 inch diameter, 50’ fire hose with nozzle to full extension, and to lift a charged 1.5 inch diameter fire hose to firefighting position. Is physically able to put on a Personal Flotation Devise (PFD) without assistance from another individual. Is capable of normal conversation in English. Is able to intermittently stand on feet for up to four hours with minimal rest periods. Must have no physical limitations that would hinder or prevent the performance of duties. Must have no limitation of motion.
Senses: Is able to react to visual alarms and instructions. Is able to react to audible alarms and instructions.
Vision: Ability to adjust focus, depth perception, peripheral vision. Distance vision and close vision must be in accordance to ILO: Vision required for ship’s navigation (e.g. chart and nautical publication reference, use of bridge instrumentation and equipment, and identification of aids to navigation) Normal Vision required to perform all necessary functions in darkness without compromise Color perception must be intact for Deck/Engine Watch standing officers. Vision required reading instruments in close proximity, to operate equipment, and to identify systems/components as Necessary. Normal Vision required performing all necessary functions in darkness without compromise.
Upper Body: Is able to move their shoulders, elbows & wrists (without disease or injury): bending, extending, move their arms away from the midline of the body, rotating. Is able to grasp and manipulate common tools such as wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers and pliers. Is able to crouch, kneel and crawl. Is able to distinguish differences in texture and temperature by feel. Is able to elevate their shoulder joint forward and move his arms away from the midline of the body Is able to flex their elbow joint and extend his arm completely. Is able to move their wrist completely and able to sustain weights of 55 pounds. Is able to move their hand up and down 45 degrees / completely. Is able to clench fist, pick up a pin, grasp an object or touch tips of at least 3 fingers with thumb. Has distal phalanx of either thumb, distal and middle phalanx of an index, middle, or ring finger of either hand, irrespective of the absence or loss of little finger. Do not have Scars and deformities of the fingers or hand that are symptomatic or that impair normal function to such a degree as to interfere with the satisfactory performance of sea duty Must not have intrinsic paralysis or weakness, including nerve palsy sufficient to produce physical findings in the hand such as muscle atrophy or weakness.
Lower Body: Is able to move their hips, knees & ankles (without disease or injury): bending, extending, move their legs away from the midline of the body, rotating. Must not have Planter fasciitis. Must not have loose or foreign bodies within the knee joint. Must not have physical findings of an unstable or internally deranged joint. Must not have history of uncorrected anterior or posterior cruciate ligament injury. Must not have surgical correction of any knee ligaments if symptomatic or unstable. Must not have history of congenital dislocation of the hip, osteochondritis of the hip (Legg-Perthes disease), or slipped femoral epiphysis of the hip. Must not have hip dislocation within 2 years before joining the ship.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions for this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to meet the above physical and health requirements. This is a minimal description of duties. Other work requirements may be necessary and assigned as business or maritime law dictates.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is Norwegian Cruise Line Holding’s policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and marital or veteran status. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. At Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH), we know our future success depends on our ability to attract and retain the very best talent. Our brands deliver vacations of a lifetime with innovative product offerings, a high level of service and unique guest experiences aboard each vessel and we’re continually seeking applicants who are passionate about hospitality and committed to being their personal best. As you learn more about our company, we think you will agree that there is no better time than now to become a member of the NCLH family Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH) is a leading global cruise company which operates the Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises and Regent Seven Seas Cruises brands.