Apprentice Optician — Learn Frames, Fit & Eyewear Craft

Warby Parker in; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation days per year

401(k) retirement plan

Parental leave

Short-term disability

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Free eyewear

Job summary

Warby Parker is looking for an Apprentice Optician at Oakbrook Center to learn eyewear fitting, measurements, and basic lens work under a licensed mentor. You will deliver friendly service, explain prescriptions and frame options, and help customers find the best look and fit.

This role offers hands-on training, a collaborative environment, and opportunities to grow within the company as you expand your technical skills in optics and customer care.

Qualifications

• Interest in a medical-oriented role helping people see.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with ability to learn new technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn measurements, fit eyewear with accuracy.
• Check finished eyewear meets optical standards and requests.
• Explain prescription terminology and product options to customers.
• Help customers choose frames and lenses based on prescription and lifestyle.
• Collaborate with team to develop best practices in sales and service.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Problem solving

Tools

Eyewear fitting tools

Job description

Warby Parker is looking for an Apprentice Optician at Oakbrook Center to learn eyewear fitting, measurements, and basic lens work under a licensed mentor. You will deliver friendly service, explain prescriptions and frame options, and help customers find the best look and fit.

This role offers hands-on training, a collaborative environment, and opportunities to grow within the company as you expand your technical skills in optics and customer care.