Student Optician

LensCrafters; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 23,419 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Job summary

LensCrafters in Mississauga is seeking a Student Optician to provide Signature Customer Experiences and expert eyewear guidance. You will learn optical skills under supervision and help customers choose frames, lenses and fittings.

The role emphasizes strong communication, product knowledge and comfortable use of a tablet for demonstrations and checkout. It offers an entry path in a retail optical environment with team support and training.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Opticianry program.
• Optical dispensing knowledge and merchandise understanding.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Comfortable using technology to engage customers.
• Sales skills and ability to use an iPad/tablet.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Signature Customer Experiences and excellent service.
• Assist customers with selections and adjustments.
• Maintain accurate measurements and eyewear fitting.
• Operate the POS with care and attention to detail.

Skills

Strong communicator

Sales skills

Technology friendly

Customer service

Education

Currently enrolled in Opticianry program

Tools

iPad / tablet

Job description

Job Description

LensCrafters is a place for visionaries. We’ve got a vision for pairing state‑of‑the‑art technology with a truly personal approach to eye care.

Requisition ID: 935636

Store #: 000964 LensCrafters

Position: Full‑Time

Everything we do is centered around sight. Because quality care helps us see the joy in life. Because learning from the best, makes us all better. Because continuing our legacy of the highest optical standards helps us innovate the future in optical care.

At LensCrafters, we want every person who enters our doors to feel our passion for care. And that’s why we’re committed to taking care of you, so you can bring the best quality experience to our patients and customers.

LensCrafters 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 creates exceptional value in the lives of customers by delivering Signature Customer Experiences. Ensures customers are always delighted by performing the key steps of our selling model. Develops the optical skills of others and creates an effective learning environment.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Commitment to providing unsurpassed Customer Service
• Proactive & solution driven, accurate execution & product knowledge
• Assists customers with selections, provides recommendations & educates on adjustment services
• Patient & courteous with indecisive customers; provides answers to questions or products
• Is a leader in optical acumen that provides a voice for associates due to their expertise
• Under the Supervision of a Licensed Optician
• Records measurements, adjusts/fits eyewear correctly, ensures it meets customer needs
• Operates the Point of Sale terminal inputting customer and prescription information with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Takes pride in appearance of the store & visual displays

Basic Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Opticianry program
• Optical dispensing experience
• Knowledge of current optical theory and merchandise
• Knowledge of current store merchandise assortment and use of Inventory management systems.
• Strong communicator and listener
• Sales skills – ability to use and carry an iPad / tablet
• Comfortable with use of technology to engage patients, customers and associates.

Preferred Qualifications

• Actively studying LensCrafters Final Inspector Certification
• Actively studying LensCrafters Quality, Fitting and Adjusting Program
• Previous experience in customer service and retail

Pay Range: 17.60 - 0.00

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business. 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.

EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844‑303‑0229 (be sure to provide your name, job id number, and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email [e-mail].

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, 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.