Electronic Engineer Jr. / Entertainment

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Have a technical understanding of all entertainment systems & equipment installed onboard. Have an intimate understanding of equipment operated during shows, promos, live events (TV and Satellite), CMI, private charter, advertising and assist in coordinating the equipment required for such to be well maintained in order to ensure overall highest guest satisfaction.

Responsible for all Sound & Light and Rigging maintenance, upkeep. Assist with general cleaning of Entertainment effect lighting along with Amplifier filters etc. to ensure all areas are dust and debris free with the assistance of Entertainment technicians and scheduled by Technical supervisor. Responsible for Broadcast Center maintenance.

Responsible for second level iTV systems support for Broadcast systems. Attend training as needed at various manufacturer training programs as defined by Director Entertainment Technical. Assist Hotel Operation with support in daily operation, new installs and upgrades as required for Entertainment systems Carry out inspection with Manager Entertainment Technical in preparation for Dry Docks.

Assist at dry dock and ship launches for inspections & audits etc. Follow Amos maintenance system as directed by Chief Electrical Engineer and maintain a tracking document for all lighting fixtures and technical equipment for asset tracking. Ensure vessel has relevant spare parts within Amos for maintenance of all Entertainment systems and equipment as needed for preventive maintenance.

Ensure all Entertainment systems in use onboard comply with shipboard Operational Safety, SMS and SOX requirements, including industrial safety certifications. Must be familiar with the Safety and Environmental Protection Policy, the Safety and Environmental Management System including responsibilities in the Safety Organization according to the Emergency Plan and Station Bill and carry out the policies and procedures appropriate for the position.

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.

Ensure best possible technical support to on board Hotel Operation for all entertainment outlets in order to achieve highest guest satisfaction. Works in partnership with Entertainment Technicians to support on board entertainment acts and activities, ensuring that all equipment needed is in good working order. The Electronics Engineer Jr is an electronics position that is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of all onboard Entertainment systems including Lighting, Audio, Automation and other AV equipment .

The position reports directly to the Chief Electrical Engineer and works closely with the vessels entertainment technicians in support of the onboard entertainment & activities. QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND ATTRIBUTES QUALIFICATIONS Minimum three (3) years experience of bench level electronics & maintenance onboard a vessel or in a similar position in the entertainment industry is required.

Intermediate to Advanced level of knowledge and skills with both Windows & Mac systems, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel & Amos is required. Intermediate to Advanced level of knowledge and experience in the operation of entertainment technical systems, such as lighting, sound or automation is required; basic operational knowledge of rigging equipment is preferred.

Intermediate to Advanced level English verbal and writing skills, including the proper use of English grammar is required. The incumbent must be able to work in a multi-cultural environment; also, must be able to adjust to changes in schedules, assignments and deadlines.

EDUCATION

Candidate must be actively enrolled in a Maritime Education Curriculum from an accredited maritime educational institution.

• 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, 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, 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.