Apprentice Optician, Part-Time

Apprentice Optician

Brand: Pearle Vision Location: Olympia, WA, US, 98502 Store #: 006304 Pearle Vision Position: Part-Time Total Rewards: Consider working for a Pearle Vision right in your community. We look for employees who are creative, energetic, and people focused looking for exciting opportunities in eye care or retail. Pearle Vision 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.

General Function: The Apprentice Optician attracts and retains customers by delivering an exceptional customer experience, fosters customer retention, and promotes outstanding associate/doctor satisfaction. The Apprentice Optician demonstrates all aspects of the Neighborhood Eye Care Experience.

Greets customers without delay. Shows urgency in providing service to customers and satisfying their needs. Determines the reason for the customer's visit, exchanges names, and explains how to shop at Pearle Vision. Identifies and escorts the customer to the appropriate location in store. under guidance, reviews prescriptions and identifies special needs. Identifies situations involving unsatisfied customers and acts quickly for resolution, focusing on what WE CAN DO not what we cannot. Uses the Eyewear Consultation Folder to educate the customer on Pearle Vision products, guarantees and services including: eyewear care tips, complimentary adjustments and follow-up services. Under guidance and instruction from an Optician: 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 Pearle Vision' optical standards and customer requirements/requests. Assists the customer in selecting frames and lenses that are best suited for needs. Operates the Software system by inputting customer and prescription information with accuracy and attention to detail and ensures eyewear is being processed and followed through on. Ensures customer is aware of expected delivery date of eyewear Takes pride in the appearance of the store and shows initiative in keeping the displays and inventory clean, attractive and organized. broken tiles, furniture, etc.). High School Graduate or equivalent Registered in State licensure program (where applicable) or equivalent schooling Previous optical and retail experience Knowledge of State/Prov Licensing and Guidelines Knowledge of current optical theory and practices. Strong communicator and listener to customers and associates Strong basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) Awareness of current fashion trends Strong inter personal skills (friendly, caring, patient) Sales skills Knowledge of store merchandise Familiarity with cash register, computers and calculators

Prior sales training

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. EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at View phone number on click.appcast.io (be sure to provide your name, job id number, and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email View email address on click.appcast.io. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.