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Tasks

• Assist clients in selecting eyeglasses
• Advise on use and care of contact lenses
• Arrange for grinding or polishing of lenses or grind and polish lenses
• Cut and edge lenses and fit lenses into frames
• Adjust finished eyeglasses to fit client
• Obtain specifications for eyeglasses or contact lenses and fit clients with prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses
• Inspect and verify incoming goods against invoices or other documents
• Conduct follow-up assessments

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)