About the role#
As a Student Optician, you will help customers see and feel their best. You will guide them through eyewear choices to ensure every pair of glasses provides comfort, style, and function. Working under the supervision of a Licensed Optician, you will collaborate with retail and clinical teams to provide personalized advice and maintain store standards.
What you'll do#
- Assist customers with understanding visual needs and interpreting optical prescriptions.
- Provide guidance on frame and lens selection for optimal vision and fit.
- Perform dispensing measurements using digital tools and conduct quality checks on eyewear.
- Maintain knowledge of frames, lenses, and promotions to educate customers.
- Manage after-care services and resolve customer complaints.
- Support contact lens recommendations as directed by the Contact Lens Practitioner or Store Manager.
- Handle third-party billing in compliance with fee structures.
- Coach team members to help them develop optical skills.
- Maintain store cleanliness, manage inventory, and uphold brand standards.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an Opticianry post-secondary program in your province.
- At least 2 years of previous customer service experience, ideally in an optical dispensary.
- Ability to stay organized and composed under pressure.
- Reliability and flexibility to work retail hours, including weekends.
- A friendly, outgoing, and confident demeanor.
- Ability to provide knowledgeable product recommendations and styling advice.
- Motivation to build long-term customer relationships.
- Legal eligibility to work in Canada.
Location & details#
- Location: 84 Lynden Road, Brantford, ON, N3R 6B8.
- Hours: 10 to 35 hours per week.
- Contract duration: 3 months, with the possibility of extension or a permanent position after NACOR.
- Work modality: On-site.
About Specsavers
Specsavers is a privately owned optical group that provides eyecare and hearing care services. Founded in 1984 by optometrists Doug and Mary Perkins, the company operates in 12 countries. It employs approximately 41,000 people across its global network. The organization specializes in optometry, audiology, and related support services.
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