Optical Student – Costco – Saskatoon, SK

Costco’s optical department in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan is looking for an Optical Student to join their team at the 115 Marquis Drive location. This is a hands-on role for someone currently registered with a provincial optician college and eager to gain practical experience in a busy retail optical environment.

Day to day, you’ll be helping members find the right eyeglass frames and lens options, processing orders and payments, and supporting the overall operations of the optical department. It’s a role that blends customer interaction with technical optical tasks — a solid foundation for anyone pursuing a career as a licensed optician.

About the Role: Optical Student

As an Optical Student at Costco Saskatoon, you’ll assist members throughout the eyewear selection process — from helping them choose frames to fitting and adjusting eyeglasses after order pick-up. Under the supervision of a licensed Optician, and where permitted by provincial law, you’ll use tools like a frame warmer to fit and adjust eyewear. You’ll also handle cash and payment processing, stock merchandise, and keep the department clean and organized.

Working in this department means following safety and security procedures, maintaining accurate record keeping, and upholding Costco’s standards for member service. You’ll be part of a team that values consistency, accuracy, and a positive experience for every member who walks through the optical department.

Benefits and Salary

Costco is well known for offering competitive compensation and benefits to its employees. While specific salary details are not listed in this posting, Costco Canada employees typically enjoy comprehensive benefits packages that may include health and dental coverage, employee membership, and opportunities for career advancement within the company.

Responsibilities

This role covers a range of tasks across member service, optical fitting, payment processing, and department maintenance. Each responsibility contributes to delivering a smooth, professional experience for Costco members visiting the optical department.

• Assist members in selecting eyeglass frames and lens options, ensuring prompt and courteous service
• Process orders and over-the-counter merchandise, handling cash, cheques, credit, and debit payments accurately
• Fit and adjust eyeglasses after order pick-up using a frame warmer and manual adjustments, under the supervision of a licensed Optician where permitted by provincial law
• Order equipment, merchandise, and supplies by keying data into the computer system
• Stock merchandise and supplies while following department standards for production, record keeping, merchandising, and storage
• Maintain cleanliness of the department through spraying, wiping, mopping, emptying trash, and operating the trash compactor and cardboard bailer
• Follow all safety and security procedures in accordance with department and warehouse standards
• Assist in other areas of the warehouse as needed

Requirements / Skills

The ideal candidate for this Optical Student position is currently enrolled or registered with a provincial optician college and holds the required provincial licence. Costco values individuals who are detail-oriented, reliable, and committed to delivering excellent member service in a fast-paced retail setting.

• High School Diploma or GED is preferred for this position
• Current provincial licence is required, along with registration in the applicable college
• No prior experience is required — this is a student-level role designed to support your training
• Bilingual communication in French (oral and written) is required for candidates applying to Quebec locations

How to Apply

To apply, use the official link below to submit your application through Costco’s recruitment portal. Make sure your resume is current and includes your provincial registration details before submitting.

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