Part Time Licensed Optician: Vernon, BC

Contract Type and Duration Part Time, Permanent Location and Hours Location: 4900 #441 27th St, Vernon, BC V1T 7G7 Hours: Up to 24 hrs (including weekend shift) About Specsavers Welcome to Specsavers – where we’re not just about eyewear and eyecare, but about changing lives through better sight. Ranked the 5th Best Workplace™ in Canada and 12th globally by Great Place to Work®, we’re proud of our optometrist‑owned model that delivers high‑quality, accessible eyecare for every budget. Founded 40 years ago in the UK by visionary optometrists Doug and Mary Perkins, Specsavers has remained privately owned since day one. Today, we are a $7.8billion global business with over 45,000 colleagues across more than 2,700 retail optical locations. In Canada, our support office is based in Burnaby, BC. Since entering the market in 2021, we’ve been scaling rapidly, now with over 250 locations nationwide. With advanced clinical equipment and a wide range of affordable, high‑quality eyewear, we’re transforming the way Canadians experience eyecare. What You’ll Do As a Licensed Optician at Specsavers, you’ll play a key role in helping customers see and feel their best. You’ll guide them through their eyewear choices, ensuring every pair of glasses is tailored to provide comfort, style, and optimal function. Assist customers in understanding their visual needs and interpreting optical prescriptions from eye care professionals. Provide personalized guidance on frame and lens selection to ensure optimal vision, comfort, and fit for each customer. Perform accurate dispensing measurements using Specsavers digital tools and conduct quality assurance checks on eyewear. Maintain strong knowledge of frames, lenses, treatments, and current promotions to inform and educate customers. Manage after‑care services, including resolving complaints with effective problem‑solving techniques. Support contact lens recommendations and promotions as directed by the Contact Lens Practitioner or Store Manager. Handle third‑party billing professionally, ensuring compliance with fee structures and agreements. Coach and support team members in developing optical knowledge and skills, fostering skilled growth. Contribute to daily store operations by maintaining cleanliness, managing inventory, and upholding Specsavers’ values and brand standards. What We’re Looking For Be registered with the College of Opticians and hold a valid Dispensing Optician License in your province. Have at least 2 years of previous customer service experience, preferably in an optical dispensary setting. Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced retail environment, staying organized and composed under pressure. Reliability and flexibility to work retail hours. Friendly, outgoing, and confident demeanor, paired with the ability to provide knowledgeable product recommendations and styling advice. Motivated by building long‑term customer relationships, embracing Specsavers’ Customer Experience model that prioritizes lasting connections over short‑term results. Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Specsavers is unable to provide support for immigration or permanent residency applications. Compensation $27–$29 per hour Speccies’ Benefits Vacation: 3 weeks of paid vacation (pro‑rated for hours worked) Extra Time Off: 1 day of paid Birthday Leave and 1 day of Volunteer Leave each year Vision Care: Enjoy 2 free pairs of glasses or a 12‑month supply of contact lenses annually Friends & Family Discounts: 4 vouchers per year, each offering 25% off Health & Dental Coverage: Comprehensive coverage starting on your first day Health Care Spending Account Employee Assistance Program: Confidential support for mental health, financial, and personal well‑being Career Growth: Ongoing investment in your professional development and advancement Behaviours We Value Collaborative: We work together as one Specsavers to deliver our purpose. Curious: We question, explore, and seek out diverse perspectives to develop our knowledge and understanding. Courageous: We challenge the status quo, experiment with good ideas, and are brave, bold, and fast in our decision‑making. Compassionate: We care, support, and help each other. Commercial: We treat money wisely and make decisions that are good for our customers, our partners, our people, and positive for the long term. Equal Opportunity Employer At Specsavers, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage candidates of all backgrounds and abilities to apply. If you believe you can contribute to our mission and vision, we welcome your application, even if you don’t meet every qualification listed. We value the unique skills and perspectives each individual brings to our team. Accessibility and Accommodations We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you require accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know by contacting us at View email address on click.appcast.io. We will work with you to meet your needs and ensure a fair and equitable experience. Key Information Location: Vernon Contract type: Permanent Area of interest: Licensed Optician Apply by: 31st August #J-18808-Ljbffr