Student Optician
Ontario Optics · Calgary, AB T2N 1Z4 · posted 3 Nov 2026
Pay: $15–$20 an hour
*Duties*
- Assist customers in selecting and fitting eyeglasses and contact lenses
- Take accurate measurements of customers' eyes and facial features
- Provide recommendations on lens options, frames, and lens coatings based on customers' needs and preferences
- Adjust and repair eyewear as needed
- Educate customers on proper eyewear care and maintenance
- Process orders and manage inventory of eyewear products
Experience
- Previous experience in retail sales.
- Knowledge of different types of lenses, frames, and lens coatings
- Familiarity with vision insurance plans and billing procedures
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with customers
- Detail-oriented with the ability to accurately measure and fit eyewear
As a student Optician, you will play a crucial role in helping customers find the perfect eyewear to meet their vision needs. Your expertise in optical products, along with your excellent customer service skills, will ensure a positive experience for our customers.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00-$20.00 per hour
Benefits:
* Flexible schedule
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* Are you currently attending the Optical Science program at NAIT or SAIT as a student Optician?
Licence/Certification:
* NAIT or SAIT student optician enrollment? (required)
Work Location: In person
- Assist customers in selecting and fitting eyeglasses and contact lenses
- Take accurate measurements of customers' eyes and facial features
- Provide recommendations on lens options, frames, and lens coatings based on customers' needs and preferences
- Adjust and repair eyewear as needed
- Educate customers on proper eyewear care and maintenance
- Process orders and manage inventory of eyewear products
Experience
- Previous experience in retail sales.
- Knowledge of different types of lenses, frames, and lens coatings
- Familiarity with vision insurance plans and billing procedures
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with customers
- Detail-oriented with the ability to accurately measure and fit eyewear
As a student Optician, you will play a crucial role in helping customers find the perfect eyewear to meet their vision needs. Your expertise in optical products, along with your excellent customer service skills, will ensure a positive experience for our customers.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00-$20.00 per hour
Benefits:
* Flexible schedule
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* Are you currently attending the Optical Science program at NAIT or SAIT as a student Optician?
Licence/Certification:
* NAIT or SAIT student optician enrollment? (required)
Work Location: In person
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