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
Cut and edge lenses and fit lenses into frames
Adjust finished eyeglasses to fit client
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
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Manual dexterity
Attention to detail
Ability to distinguish between colours
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Personal suitability
Accurate
Client focus
Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Interpersonal awareness
Reliability
Team player
Screening questions
Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
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
Day
Support for youths
Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment
Supports for visible minorities
Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)
