Optician

LensCrafters; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Bonus/commission plan

Job summary

LensCrafters in Lakewood, CO is hiring an Optician to deliver the brand value proposition and help establish LensCrafters as the premier destination for vision needs. You will provide exceptional service and craft high-quality eyewear that exceeds expectations.

The role requires ABO certification, optical dispensing experience, and strong customer service skills. You will take measurements, fit eyewear, and use iPad/tablet tools to explain lens features and guide customers through selections.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• ABO Certification required.
• Optical dispensing experience preferred.
• Strong customer service, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Familiarity with POS systems, calculators, and eyewear products.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and identify needs with a friendly, efficient approach.
• Custom fit glasses and place prescriptions in lenses accurately.
• Lead with optical knowledge to assist associates and customers.
• Take measurements, adjust eyewear, and ensure quality and fit.
• Promote eyewear options and drive sales while delivering exceptional service.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team orientation

Selling skills

Tech savvy (iPad/tablet)

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ABO Certification

Tools

iPad/tablet

POS system

Calculators

Job description

Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information

At LensCrafters, we love eyes and care about the people behind them. With over 900 locations, LensCrafters is the largest optical retailer in North America and our love of eyes and higher standard of quality have made LensCrafters an industry leader for over 30 years.

Requisition ID: 951814

Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information

At LensCrafters, we love eyes and care about the people behind them. With over 900 locations, LensCrafters is the largest optical retailer in North America and our love of eyes and higher standard of quality have made LensCrafters an industry leader for over 30 years.

Job Description

Pay Range

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Optician delivers the brand value proposition & helps establish LensCrafters as the premier destination for all vision needs within the community. Creates exceptional value in the lives of customers by delivering legendary customer service & perfectly crafted high quality eyewear which exceeds our customers’ expectations.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Greets all customers with a warm welcome right away, exchanges names, & ensures they know what to expect. Shows urgency in providing service to customers & satisfying their needs
• Custom fits glasses & precisely places prescription in lenses
• Acts as a leader in optical acumen that provides a voice for associates
• Takes & records measurements, adjusts or fits eyewear correctly, thorough & exact in details; ensures finished eyewear meets standards & customer requirements
• Attracts new customers
• Explores the needs & priorities of customers by asking open ended questions
• Is attentive to details, asks follow up questions for clarity, reads verbal/non-verbal cues; reviews prescriptions & identifies special needs, consults with Optician as needed
• Assists co-workers with difficult or complex areas of product needs & prescriptions
• Utilizes store tools & adheres to Brand Store Commitments
• Performs work accurately & thoroughly utilizing all technology despite time pressure & customer volume. Demonstrates superior product knowledge; takes the initiative to accurately describe the features & benefits of various lenses & frames using appropriate tools. Reinforces customers’ final selection
• Anticipates problems; explores underlying reasons for customer issues; strives to develop long-term solutions to problems & ensures customers are satisfied & expectations are exceeded. Acts quickly for resolution. Partners with management as necessary
• Possesses the ability to multi-task, prioritizes & manages time with competing priorities
• Commits to delivery date & time, seeks feedback & asks for referrals
• Strives to achieve exceptional results on Brand KPIs & competencies
• Presents, celebrates & educates at pick up
• Takes pride in store appearance, shows initiative to keep store clean, attractive & organized. Secures & protects company assets in your control
• Informs management of safety opportunities; demonstrates safe work practices
• Possesses a “can do” spirit & strong drive for results; self-motivated with a desire for continual learning & improvement
• Adheres to company policies & procedure, including but not limited to discounting, promotions & inventory management
• Sells on your feet 80%-100% of the time
• Additional duties may be assigned as needed (i.e. customer calls, dispensing eyewear, etc.)
• Maintains proper dress code, including name tag & associate tablet

Basic Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent
• ABO Certification
• Optical dispensing experience
• Strong customer service skills: communicator, listener & team builder
• Knowledge of current store merchandise
• Strong basic math skills
• Awareness of current fashion trends
• Selling skills – ability to use & carry an iPAD/tablet
• Familiarity with POS, computers & calculators
• Embrace new technology & change

Pay Range

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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