Licensed Optician

LensCrafters; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Retirement savings

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

LensCrafters in Durham, NC, part of EssilorLuxottica, is seeking a licensed optician for a part-time role. You will welcome customers, help with frame selection, and accurately fit glasses and lenses using prescriptions.

The ideal candidate has a state license, optical dispensing experience, strong customer service, and comfort with tablets and POS systems. Join a team focused on quality, comfort, and excellent vision care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• State optician licensure required.
• Optical dispensing experience preferred.
• Strong customer service, communication, listening and team-building skills.
• Knowledge of current store merchandise and basic math skills.
• Familiarity with POS, computers and calculators; comfortable with new technology.

Responsibilities

• Welcome customers and set expectations.
• Custom-fit glasses and place prescriptions precisely in lenses.
• Lead with optical acumen and maintain product knowledge.
• Take and record measurements and adjust eyewear with precision.
• Assist the team with complex product needs and prescriptions.
• Use technology efficiently under time pressure and ensure accuracy.
• Proactively solve issues and drive brand KPIs.
• Multi-task, prioritize, and manage time with competing priorities.
• Maintain store appearance, cleanliness and organization.
• Report safety opportunities and follow safe work practices.
• Be resourceful, self-motivated and committed to continuous learning.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Math skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Optician licensure

Tools

POS system

iPad/tablet

Calculators

Job description

Job Description

Licensed Optician – Part‑Time.

Overview

LensCrafters, part of EssilorLuxottica, delivers state‑of‑the‑art vision care with a personal approach.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Welcome customers and set expectations.
• Custom‑fit glasses, place prescriptions precisely in lenses.
• Lead with optical acumen; maintain high product knowledge.
• Take, record measurements and adjust eyewear with attention to detail.
• Assist the team with complex product needs and prescriptions.
• Use technology efficiently under time pressure, ensuring accuracy.
• Proactively solve issues, exceed customer expectations, and drive Brand KPIs.
• Multi‑task, prioritize, and manage time with competing priorities.
• Maintain store appearance, cleanliness and organization.
• Report safety opportunities and demonstrate safe work practices.
• Be resourceful and self‑motivated, with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures, including discounts, promotions and inventory management.

Basic Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• State licensure.
• Optical dispensing experience.
• Strong customer service skills: communication, listening and team building.
• Knowledge of current store merchandise.
• Strong basic math skills.
• Awareness of current fashion trends.
• Ability to use and carry an iPad/tablet.
• Familiarity with POS, computers and calculators.
• Openness to new technology and change.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous customer‑service and retail experience.

Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications, with a bonus/commission plan. Health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation and employee discounts are provided.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.