Optical Student – Costco – Halifax, NS

Costco’s optical department in Halifax, Nova Scotia is looking for an Optical Student to join the team at their 230 Chain Lake Drive warehouse location. This is a hands-on role for someone currently registered with a provincial optical college and eager to build real-world experience helping members find the right eyewear solutions.

Day-to-day, you’ll be working directly with members on the warehouse floor — helping them select eyeglass frames and lens options, processing transactions, and fitting eyeglasses under the supervision of a licensed Optician. It’s a role that blends customer service, optical knowledge, and general warehouse operations into a well-rounded retail experience.

About the Role: Optical Student

As an Optical Student at Costco Halifax, your primary focus will be delivering attentive, courteous service to members browsing the optical department. You’ll assist with frame and lens selection, ring up purchases, handle various payment methods accurately, and support the day-to-day flow of the department. Where permitted under provincial law, and under the direct supervision of a licensed Optician, you’ll also have the opportunity to fit and adjust eyeglasses — a valuable learning experience for anyone working toward full optical certification.

Beyond member-facing duties, you’ll be responsible for stocking merchandise and supplies, following department standards for record keeping, merchandising, and product storage, and keeping the department clean and organized. You may also be called upon to assist in other areas of the warehouse as needed, making adaptability an asset in this role.

Benefits and Salary

Costco is widely recognized for offering competitive compensation and strong employee benefits. While specific pay details for this position aren’t listed in the posting, Costco Canada employees typically have access to benefits packages that can include health and dental coverage, employee membership perks, and opportunities for growth within the company. Exact compensation details will be discussed as part of the hiring process.

Responsibilities

Working in the Costco Optical department means balancing member-focused service with important operational tasks. From helping someone choose the right frames to keeping the department running smoothly, every responsibility contributes to the overall member experience and department quality standards.

• Assist members in selecting eyeglass frames and lens options, providing prompt and courteous service throughout the process
• Process transactions accurately by ringing up orders, accepting payment, making change, and handling cheques, credit, and debit charges according to proper procedures
• Fit and adjust eyeglasses using a frame warmer and manual adjustments, where permitted by provincial law and under the supervision of a licensed Optician
• Order supplies and merchandise by entering requests into the computer system and following established safety and security procedures
• Stock merchandise and supplies while adhering to department standards for production, record keeping, merchandising, and product storage
• Maintain cleanliness of the department through spraying, wiping, mopping, emptying trash, and operating the trash compactor and cardboard bailer
• Support warehouse operations by assisting in other departments as needed

Requirements / Skills

This role is designed for someone currently studying in an optical program at the provincial college level. Costco values candidates who are reliable, member-focused, and committed to following proper procedures — even in a fast-moving warehouse retail environment.

• Current provincial optical licence is required, along with active registration in the applicable college
• High School Diploma or GED is preferred for this position
• No prior work experience is required — this role is intended for students building hands-on optical experience
• Strong attention to detail when processing payments and maintaining accurate department records
• Member service orientation — a genuine ability to assist and communicate effectively with members
• Bilingual in French (oral and written) is required for candidates applying to Quebec locations; this posting is for Halifax, NS

How to Apply

To apply, use the official application link below. Make sure your resume is up to date and that your provincial licence and college registration information is readily available before submitting.

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