(CAN) Optician, Single Licensed – Walmart, Edmonton, AB
Location: Edmonton, AB | Company: Walmart Store
Walmart Canada is hiring a Single Licensed Optician for its Vision Centre at 13703 40th Street NW in Edmonton, Alberta. This permanent position focuses on dispensing quality eyewear, supporting customers and helping develop the store’s optical business.
The role may suit an experienced optical professional who holds a valid glasses-only optician licence and understands the regulatory requirements that apply in Alberta. The successful candidate will report to the Vision Centre Manager and work closely with customers, optometrists, healthcare providers and other store associates.
About This Licensed Optician Position
The Optician provides specialized knowledge related to the selection, ordering and dispensing of prescription eyewear. Customers visiting the Walmart Vision Centre may require guidance when choosing frames, understanding lens options or resolving concerns related to their eyewear. Clear explanations and accurate service are therefore important parts of the position.
In addition to supporting individual customers, the employee contributes to the commercial performance of the optical department. This includes promoting available products and services, carrying out approved Vision Centre programs and supporting sales while maintaining professional standards and a customer-focused approach.
Key Areas of Responsibility
Daily responsibilities combine regulated optical services, customer assistance, business development and collaboration with healthcare professionals. The work must be completed accurately and in accordance with the licensing rules that apply in the region.
Eyewear Dispensing
Assist customers with the ordering and dispensing of prescription glasses while ensuring that eyewear information and product selections are handled accurately.
Customer Guidance
Explain frame and lens options clearly, answer customer questions and provide professional support throughout the eyewear purchasing process.
Optical Business Development
Support the growth of the Vision Centre by executing store programs, promoting Walmart’s optical services and contributing to department sales.
Professional Collaboration
Build constructive working relationships with optometrists, Walmart healthcare teams and other providers within the local community.
Problem Resolution
Investigate eyewear concerns, identify practical solutions and help resolve service issues in a way that supports a positive customer experience.
Regulatory Compliance
Remain familiar with Alberta’s optical regulatory environment and complete all professional responsibilities within the permitted scope of practice.
Licence and Professional Requirements
Applicants must hold a valid optician licence covering glasses. Because this is a regulated healthcare-related retail position, candidates should be prepared to demonstrate that their licence is current and that they are authorized to practise within the applicable provincial requirements.
Previous experience dispensing eyewear, supporting optical customers or working in a Vision Centre may be valuable, although Walmart states that the final hourly rate will be determined according to relevant experience. Candidates should review the official posting carefully for any licence verification or documentation requirements.
Skills That May Help Candidates Succeed
This role requires a combination of technical optical knowledge and approachable retail customer service. The following abilities may help an optician perform effectively in Walmart’s Vision Centre environment.
Understanding prescription eyewear, frame selection, lens options and proper dispensing procedures is central to serving customers accurately.
The ability to translate technical information into clear, helpful explanations can make customers feel more confident about their eyewear choices.
Careful review of prescriptions, measurements, product orders and customer records helps reduce errors and supports reliable optical service.
Opticians may need to assess fit concerns, order issues or customer complaints and determine an appropriate solution within professional guidelines.
Working effectively with optometrists, managers, healthcare providers and retail associates supports coordinated service within the Vision Centre.
Work Environment and Compensation
This position is based inside the Walmart store located at 13703 40th Street NW in Edmonton. The Vision Centre operates within a retail setting, so employees may balance scheduled optical appointments, walk-in customer requests, administrative tasks, product ordering and general department support.
Walmart lists an hourly pay range of $20.95 to $27.47 for this position. The actual rate offered will depend on the applicant’s relevant experience. The company also states that disability-related accommodation will be provided to applicants and associates as required by law.
How to Apply
Candidates can apply through Walmart Canada’s official careers website. Before submitting an application, applicants should confirm that their résumé clearly identifies their optician licence, relevant optical experience, customer service background and familiarity with applicable professional regulations.
Current Walmart associates should access their Workday account and use the internal Find Jobs report. External candidates can use the application button below to review the complete employer posting and begin the official application process.