Student Optician-Pickering, on-Lenscrafters

ESSILORLUXOTTICA GROUP; Pickering; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A global leader in eyewear is looking for a Casual Part-Time Optician. This role involves delivering exceptional customer service, assisting with eyewear selections, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Candidates should be enrolled in an Opticianry program and possess strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive benefits package, including discounts and health care options, all within a supportive environment committed to quality care.

Benefits

Competitive bonus and commission plan

Health care benefits

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an Opticianry program.
• Optical dispensing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of current optical theory and merchandise.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service.
• Assist customers with selections and educate on services.
• Record measurements and adjust eyewear accurately.

Skills

Optical dispensing experience

Strong communicator

Sales skills

Comfortable using technology

Education

Currently enrolled in Opticianry program

Job description

Requisition ID: 888754

Store #: 000963 LensCrafters

Position: Casual Part-Time

Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information

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. Everything we do is centered around sight because quality care helps us see the joy in life, learning from the best makes us all better, and 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. 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 worldwide in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eye‑care industry.

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Student Optician creates exceptional value in the lives of customers by delivering Signature Customer Experiences and ensuring customers are always delighted by performing the key steps of our selling model. This role 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 expertise
• Under the supervision of a Licensed Optician
• Records measurements, adjusts/fits eyewear correctly, ensuring it meets customer needs
• Operates the Point of Sale terminal, inputting customer and prescription information with accuracy and attention to detail
• Takes pride in the 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

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 EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844‑303‑0229 (be sure to provide your name 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, 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.