Apprentice Optician- Part Time

Requisition : 933467
Store #: 00A886 Pearle Vision
Position: Part-Time

Pearle Vision is part of Essilor Luxottica, a global leader in vision care products. We offer employees exciting opportunities in eye care and retail.

The Apprentice Optician attracts and retains customers by delivering an exceptional customer experience, fostering customer retention, and promoting associate/doctor satisfaction. The Apprentice Optician demonstrates all aspects of the Neighborhood Eye Care Experience.

• Greets customers promptly and demonstrates urgency in service.
• Determines the purpose of a customer's visit, explains how to shop at Pearle Vision, and escorts them to the appropriate area.
• Under guidance, reviews prescriptions and identifies special needs.
• Consistently demonstrates adherence to NECE.
• Performs work accurately and retreats quickly to resolve customer issues, focusing on solutions.
• Uses the Eyewear Consultation Folder to educate customers on products, guarantees, and services.
• Under guidance and instruction from an Optician:
  • Takes and records measurements, adjusts or fits eyewear precisely, and ensures finished eyewear meets standards.
  • Troubleshoots vision issues and determines the correct course of action.
• Demonstrates good product knowledge and describes features and benefits of lenses and frames.
• Assists customers in selecting frames and lenses that suit their needs.
• Operates the software system to input customer and prescription information accurately.
• Accurately operates the cashier terminal, processes payments, and follows security procedures.
• Communicates expected delivery dates to customers.
• Maintains store appearance, displays, and inventory organization.
• Reports potential safety hazards to management.
• Demonstrates safe work habits.

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Registered in a 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 communication and listening skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Awareness of current fashion trends.
• Interpersonal 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 geography, experience, qualifications, skills, and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, employees may receive a competitive bonus or commission plan. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and employee discounts.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 U.S. receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.