Optician

Target Optical; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Job summary

Target Optical in Colorado is seeking a Part-Time Optician to deliver exceptional customer service, fit eyewear accurately, and operate the POS with precision. The role leverages optical knowledge to advise customers and ensure pieces meet standards while supporting a welcoming in-store experience.

You will measure and adjust eyewear, educate customers on guarantees, and maintain store visuals and safety protocols. This position offers flexibility and opportunities within a global eyewear leader.

Qualifications

• State licensure (if applicable) and/or ABO Certification in non-licensed states.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of optical theory and merchandise.
• Knowledge of inventory management systems.
• Strong communicator and listener.
• Awareness of current fashion trends.
• Sales skills – ability to use and carry an IPAD / tablet.
• Comfortable with use of technology to engage patients, customers and associates.

Responsibilities

• Conveys a commitment to unsurpassed Customer Service by performing the Sales and Service Process steps.
• Support problem solving and troubleshooting.
• Engage patients, customers and associates with our technology to support experiences.
• Leader in the location that sets the tone for customer service.
• Serves as a center of excellence.
• Anticipates problems and develops long-term solutions to problems.
• Shows patience and courtesy with customers; tracks down answers to unfamiliar questions or products.
• Assists co-workers with questions or problems; cooperates in group efforts.
• Acts as a leader in optical acumen and provides a voice for associates.
• Educates the customer on guarantees and services including eyewear care tips and follow-up services.
• Handles tasks such as taking and recording measurements, adjusting or fitting eyewear carefully.
• Ensures finished eyewear meets optical standards and customer requirements/requests.
• Strives to achieve exceptional results that align with brand priorities.
• Takes personal ownership to achieve personal and store results.
• Serves as a role model for development and a technical resource for all.
• Operates the POS terminal inputting customer and prescription information with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Accurately operates the POS, handling payments following company procedures.
• Shows customers where to pick-up their glasses upon return to the store.
• Maintains appearance of the store and displays per planograms.
• Maintains safe working environment for all associates/customers.
• Demonstrates safe work practices in the lab.

Skills

Licensure/ABO

HS Diploma

Optical theory

Inventory systems

Communication

Fashion trends

Sales skills

Tech proficiency

Education

HS Diploma

ABO Certification

Tools

IPAD/tablet

Job description

Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information

At Target Optical, we love the neighborhoods we belong to and that’s why we care for them. By listening and building relationships with one another, we help our guests get quality eye care products and services at a great value. We help people see more clearly and confidently for less by offering a great selection of trusted brands. Through the relationships we build, we’re proud and excited to help people look their best by carrying fashionable frames at a great value.

Requisition ID: 943533

Store #: 002134 Target Optical

Position: Part-Time

Together, we’re on a mission to change the way people think about vision care. We keep things real, keep focused on people and keep to our mission to bring a WOW! experience to your life, our guests’ lives and communities. See your future with Target Optical.

Target Optical 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!

Job Description

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Optician creates exceptional value in the lives of customers by ensuring customers are always delighted by performing the key steps of our selling model. Develops the optical skills of others and create an effective learning environment.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

• Conveys a commitment to providing unsurpassed Customer Service by performing the following Sales and Service Process steps:
• Ability to support problem solving and troubleshooting
• Will engage patients, customers and fellow associates with use of our technology to support experiences
• Leader in the location that sets the tone for customer service
• Serves as a center of excellence.
• Anticipates problems before they occur; explores underlying reasons for recurring customer problems; goes beyond symptoms to get at causes; strives to develop long-term solutions to problems.
• Shows patience and courtesy with customers; tracks down answers to unfamiliar questions or products.
• Assists co-workers who have questions or problems; cooperates readily in group efforts.
• Acts as a leader in optical acumen that provides a voice for associates due to their expertise.
• Educates the customer on guarantees and services including: Eyewear care tips, complimentary adjustments and follow-up services.
• Handles tasks, such as taking and recording measurements, adjusting or fitting eyewear carefully and correctly, is thorough and exact in details.
• Ensures finished eyewear meets optical standards and customer requirements/requests.
• Strives to achieve exceptional results that align with brand priorities.
• Takes personal ownership to achieve personal and store results.
• Serves as a role model for development and a technical resource for all.
• Operates the Point of Sale terminal inputting customer and prescription information with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Accurately operates the Point of Sale, when required, collecting proper payment following company security procedures and retaining proper change for a variety of transactions, such as credit cards, discounts, insurance and coupons.
• Shows customers where to pick-up their glasses upon return to the store.
• Takes pride in the appearance of the store and ensures visual displays are in accordance with Company provided planograms.
• Maintains safe working environment for all associates/customers. Inform management of any potential safety opportunities (broken tiles, furniture, etc.)
• Demonstrates safe work practices including the wearing of personal protection equipment in the lab.

Basic Qualifications

• State licensure (if applicable) and/or ABO Certification in non-licensed states
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of current optical theory and merchandise
• Knowledge of current store merchandise assortment and use of Inventory management systems.
• Strong communicator and listener
• Awareness of current fashion trends
• Sales skills – ability to use and carry a IPAD / tablet
• Comfortable with use of technology to engage patients, customers and associates.

Preferred Qualifications

• Actively studying for Certification
• Optical dispensing experience
• Previous customer service and retail experience

Pay Range: 20.85 - 32.51

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.

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