Pearle Vision - Student Optician

ESSILORLUXOTTICA GROUP; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at a neighborhood Pearle Vision, where you can make a difference in the eye care industry. As a Student Optician, you'll engage with customers, offering them tailored solutions and a memorable experience. This role emphasizes customer satisfaction, product knowledge, and teamwork, ensuring that every visitor leaves happy and informed. With a commitment to fostering a supportive environment, this position allows you to grow your skills in retail and customer service while being part of a global leader in vision care. If you're passionate about helping others and eager to learn, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Care Benefits

Retirement Savings

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers promptly and provide exceptional service.
• Assist customers in selecting eyewear and explain products.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Sales Skills

Basic Math Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

Registered in State licensure program

Tools

Cash Register

Computer Software

Job description

Requisition ID : 880806

Store # : 005802 Pearle Vision

Position : Part-Time

Total Rewards : Benefits / Incentive Information

At every neighborhood Pearle Vision we believe nothing should keep patients from getting the eye care they need. Consider working for a Pearle Vision right in your community. We look for employees who are creative, energetic, and people focused looking for exciting opportunities in eye care or retail.

Pearle Vision is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of world-class vision care products, including iconic eyewear, advanced lens technology and cutting-edge digital solutions. Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn!

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Student Optician attracts and retains customers by delivering an exceptional customer experience, fosters customer retention, and promotes outstanding associate/doctor satisfaction. The Student Optician demonstrates all aspects of the Neighborhood Eye Care Experience.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Greets customers without delay when they enter the store. Shows urgency in providing service to customers and satisfying their needs.
2. Determines the reason for the customer's visit, and explains how to shop at Pearle Vision.
3. Performs work accurately and thoroughly despite time pressure and customer volume.
4. Identifies situations involving unsatisfied customers and acts quickly for resolution, focusing on what WE CAN DO not what we cannot.
5. Educates the customer on Pearle Vision products, guarantees and services including: eyewear care tips, complimentary adjustments and follow-up services.
6. Under guidance and instruction from an Optician handles tasks, such as taking and recording measurements and adjusting or fitting eyewear carefully and correctly.
7. Under guidance and instruction from an Optician, ensures finished eyewear meets Pearle Vision's optical standards and customer requirements/requests.
8. Under guidance from an Optician, troubleshoots vision issues and determines correct course of action.
9. Under guidance from an Optician, repairs and adjusts eyewear according to customers' visual and comfort needs.
10. Demonstrates good product knowledge; takes the initiative to accurately describe the features and benefits of various lenses and frames.
11. Assists the customer in selecting frames and lenses that are best suited for their lifestyle, RX and price needs. Suggests improvements and recommends solutions to problems.
12. Takes time to help the customers and answer questions giving them a better understanding of available options. Shows patience and courtesy to indecisive or hard-to-please customers; offers to track down answers to unfamiliar questions or products.
13. Operates the software system by inputting customer and prescription information with accuracy and attention to detail and ensures eyewear is being processed and followed through on.
14. Accurately operates the cashier terminal, when required, collecting proper payment following company security procedures and retaining proper change for a variety of transactions, such as credit cards, layaways, discounts, insurance and coupons.
15. Takes pride in the appearance of the store and shows initiative in keeping the displays and inventory clean, attractive and organized. (Maintain a level of security in regards to company assets).
16. Optician may be required to be present in the store with the student while performing Optician duties based on state or provincial requirements.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

1. High School Graduate or equivalent
2. Registered in State licensure program (where applicable) or equivalent schooling
3. Previous optical and retail experience
4. Knowledge of State/Prov Licensing and Guidelines
5. Knowledge of current optical theory and practices
6. Strong communicator and listener to customers and associates
7. Strong basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
8. Awareness of current fashion trends
9. Strong interpersonal skills (friendly, caring, patient)
10. Sales skills
11. Knowledge of store merchandise
12. Familiarity with cash register, computers and calculators

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Prior sales training helpful

Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, EssilorLuxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process. To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the Luxottica Ethics Compliance Hotline at 1-888-887-3348 (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email [e-mail].

EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.