Salary: $24.00 to $31.00 hourly (to be negotiated)
Job Overview
Published On: Oct 29, 2026
Application Due: Nov 12, 2026
Job Type: Full Time
Work Term: Permanent
Language: english
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Company Overview
Employer: Island Eyecare Ltd.
Location: Sydney, NS, CA
Job Description
Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 35 to 42 hours per week
Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience: Experience an asset
Optics/optical sciences
Opticianry/ophthalmic dispensing optician
or equivalent experience
Work setting
Sales
Tasks
Analyze the client's eyeglasses or contact lenses and by measuring the client's eye curvature, pupillary distance and bridge width, using optical measuring devices
Obtain specifications for eyeglasses and contact lenses from a prescription prepared by an ophthalmologist or optometrist
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
Adjust finished eyeglasses to fit client
Prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses and other vision aids to correct patients' vision
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities
Area of specialization
Obtain specifications for eyeglasses or contact lenses and fit clients with prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses
Security and safety
Criminal record check
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Fast-paced environment
Work under pressure
Repetitive tasks
Manual dexterity
Attention to detail
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Standing for extended periods
Personal suitability
Accurate
Client focus
Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Interpersonal awareness
Judgement
Reliability
Team player
Screening questions
Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
Are you currently a student?
Do you have experience working in this field?
Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?
Employment terms options
Evening
Employment terms options
To be determined
Day
Health benefits
Dental plan
Health care plan
Paramedical services coverage
Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
Bonus
Group insurance benefits
Other benefits
Free parking available
Learning/training paid by employer
Other benefits
Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
Team building opportunities
Job Details
Work arrangement: Not specified
Work hours: 35 to 42 hours per week
Salary range: $24.00 to $31.00 hourly (to be negotiated)
