Optician Salaries in Red Deer, AB
Alternate Job Titles: Certified Optician, Dispensing Optician, Licensed Optician/Contact Lens Fitter
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How much does an Optician in Red Deer, AB make? The median annual Optician salary in Red Deer, AB is C$63,586, as of March 25, 2025, with a range usually between C$54,920-C$71,449 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. However, the salary for someone with the title Optician may vary depending on a number of factors including industry, company size, location, years of experience and level of education. Our team of Certified Compensation Professionals has analyzed survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at companies of all sizes and industries to present this range of annual salaries for people with the job title Optician in Red Deer, AB.
This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Optician in Red Deer, Alberta that make less than that annual salary. For example the median expected annual pay for a typical Optician in Red Deer, AB is C$63,586, so 50% of the people who perform the job of Optician in Red Deer, AB are expected to make less than C$63,586.
Source: HR Reported data as of March 25, 2025
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This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Optician in Red Deer, AB that make less than that salary. For example 50% of the people who perform the job of Optician in Red Deer, AB are expected to make less than the median.
Source: HR Reported data as of March 25, 2025
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Measures and fits contact lenses and eyeglass frames based on prescriptions written by ophthalmologists or optometrists. Takes precision measurements of eyes using a pupilometer and other devices to ensure proper fit of eyeglasses or contact lenses. Assists and advises customers in selecting frames based on their prescription, lifestyle needs, and style preferences. Inspects lenses for quality, fits and adjusts eyewear, and repairs eyewear as needed. Instructs customer on correct eyeglasses and contact lens care and maintenance. May process work orders and sales. Requires a high school diploma. Requires Applicable License. Requires Licensed Optician. Typically reports to a manager. Years of experience may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. View full job description
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