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Optician roles qualify for EB-3 green card sponsorship when employers complete PERM labor certification, confirming no qualified U.S. workers are available. Retail optical chains, ophthalmology practices, and hospital systems have active sponsorship history. Your state dispensing license, ABO certification, and hands-on fitting experience all strengthen your PERM application.
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Warby Parker is searching for skilled and enthusiastic Opticians to join our growing team of in-house optical all-stars and play an integral part in what we're all about—helping people see! In this role, you'll become an expert in our brand and our glasses (take a peek at how they're made). Whether you're helping longtime Warby Parker fans or first-time wearers, you'll deliver extraordinary customer service to leave them excited and confident about our glasses. Along the way, you'll partner with motivated, collaborative individuals who take their work (but not themselves) seriously. You'll also expand your current skill set with a slew of career-advancing resources and benefits. Our ideal candidate is a lifelong learner who's eager to help Warby Parker grow. Sound a lot like you? Wonderful—read on!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work directly with customers to help meet all of their eyewear needs
- Take and record measurements, adjust and fit eyewear, and execute these details with flawless accuracy
- Check that our finished eyewear meets our optical standards, as well as customer requirements and requests
- Use your expertise to explain prescription terminology and product offerings to customers
- Work with your team to make sure all customers receive exceptional service
- Help customers choose the best frames and lenses based on their prescription needs, face fit, personal style, and lifestyle
- Collaborate with your team to form best practices for sales and customer service that can be implemented throughout the organization
- Represent our brand to help educate others and get them excited about our values and mission
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- A licensed dispensing optician in states that require a license (or an ABO-certified optician in non-licensing states)
- Passionate about the eyewear and retail industries
- A clear, effective, and professional communicator—you can break down technical terms for customers to easily understand
- Dedicated to going above-and-beyond to make customers (and your teammates!) happy
- An energetic, positive team player who's able to adapt in a fast-paced, ever-changing work environment
- Extremely detail-oriented and capable of juggling a wide range of responsibilities
- Open-minded—you're constantly learning and challenging what you know
- Someone who takes your work very seriously, but not yourself
- Not on the Office of Inspector General's List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE)
COMPENSATION
In compliance with local and state requirements, Warby Parker is committed to pay transparency. We offer a comprehensive compensation package that includes not only a competitive base salary/hourly rate but also variable compensation for eligible employees. For applicable postings, the range listed is a good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation is thoughtfully determined by a variety of factors, including the candidate's qualifications, experience, internal equity, and relevant market data. For applicable postings, non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay if you are required to work more than 40 hours in a workweek.
BENEFITS
Some benefits of working at Warby Parker for full-time employees:
- Health, vision, and dental insurance
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Paid sick leave
- Paid Holidays
- Vacation days per year
- Retirement savings plan (401(k))
- Parental leave (non-birthing parents included)
- Short-term disability
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Bereavement Support
- Optical Education Reimbursement
- Free eyewear
- And more (just ask!)
Some benefits of working at Warby Parker for part-time employees:
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Free eyewear
- Paid sick leave
- And more (just ask!)
Warby Parker will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.
If you are a California resident, please review the additional privacy disclosures available in Section 8 of our Privacy Policy, which provides a summary of how we collect, use, disclose, and share personal information about you and explain your rights under the California Privacy Rights Act (“CPRA”).
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
CO only: The application window for this position is anticipated to close on the apply before date listed. We encourage interested candidates to apply through our Career website.
1 WA only: Full-Time employees’ paid sick leave is accrued at a rate of 1 hour per every 26 hours worked. Full-time employees receive 5 paid holidays and 5-10 vacation days per year (after waiting period, depending on tenure and hours worked).
2 WA PT only: Paid sick leave (accrued at a rate of 1 hour per every 30 hours worked).
Warby Parker was founded with a mission: to inspire and impact the world with vision, purpose, and style.
We're constantly asking ourselves how we can do more and make a greater impact, and that starts by reimagining everything that a company and industry can be. We want to demonstrate that a business can scale while doing good in the world, without charging a premium for it. And we’ve learned that it takes creativity, empathy, and innovation to achieve that goal.
Since the day we launched in 2010, we’ve pioneered ideas, designed products, and developed technologies that help people see. We offer everything you need for happier eyes at a price that leaves you with money in your pocket, from designer-quality glasses and contacts to eye exams and vision tests, and you can meet us online, at our stores, or even in your home. Wherever and whenever you need it, we’re there to make exceptional vision care simple and accessible. (Delightful, too.)
Ultimately, we believe in vision for all, which is why for every pair of glasses or sunglasses we sell, a pair of glasses is distributed to someone in need through our Buy a Pair, Give a Pair program.
INTRODUCTION
Warby Parker is searching for skilled and enthusiastic Opticians to join our growing team of in-house optical all-stars and play an integral part in what we're all about—helping people see! In this role, you'll become an expert in our brand and our glasses (take a peek at how they're made). Whether you're helping longtime Warby Parker fans or first-time wearers, you'll deliver extraordinary customer service to leave them excited and confident about our glasses. Along the way, you'll partner with motivated, collaborative individuals who take their work (but not themselves) seriously. You'll also expand your current skill set with a slew of career-advancing resources and benefits. Our ideal candidate is a lifelong learner who's eager to help Warby Parker grow. Sound a lot like you? Wonderful—read on!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work directly with customers to help meet all of their eyewear needs
- Take and record measurements, adjust and fit eyewear, and execute these details with flawless accuracy
- Check that our finished eyewear meets our optical standards, as well as customer requirements and requests
- Use your expertise to explain prescription terminology and product offerings to customers
- Work with your team to make sure all customers receive exceptional service
- Help customers choose the best frames and lenses based on their prescription needs, face fit, personal style, and lifestyle
- Collaborate with your team to form best practices for sales and customer service that can be implemented throughout the organization
- Represent our brand to help educate others and get them excited about our values and mission
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- A licensed dispensing optician in states that require a license (or an ABO-certified optician in non-licensing states)
- Passionate about the eyewear and retail industries
- A clear, effective, and professional communicator—you can break down technical terms for customers to easily understand
- Dedicated to going above-and-beyond to make customers (and your teammates!) happy
- An energetic, positive team player who's able to adapt in a fast-paced, ever-changing work environment
- Extremely detail-oriented and capable of juggling a wide range of responsibilities
- Open-minded—you're constantly learning and challenging what you know
- Someone who takes your work very seriously, but not yourself
- Not on the Office of Inspector General's List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE)
COMPENSATION
In compliance with local and state requirements, Warby Parker is committed to pay transparency. We offer a comprehensive compensation package that includes not only a competitive base salary/hourly rate but also variable compensation for eligible employees. For applicable postings, the range listed is a good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation is thoughtfully determined by a variety of factors, including the candidate's qualifications, experience, internal equity, and relevant market data. For applicable postings, non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay if you are required to work more than 40 hours in a workweek.
BENEFITS
Some benefits of working at Warby Parker for full-time employees:
- Health, vision, and dental insurance
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Paid sick leave
- Paid Holidays
- Vacation days per year
- Retirement savings plan (401(k))
- Parental leave (non-birthing parents included)
- Short-term disability
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Bereavement Support
- Optical Education Reimbursement
- Free eyewear
- And more (just ask!)
Some benefits of working at Warby Parker for part-time employees:
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Free eyewear
- Paid sick leave
- And more (just ask!)
Warby Parker will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.
If you are a California resident, please review the additional privacy disclosures available in Section 8 of our Privacy Policy, which provides a summary of how we collect, use, disclose, and share personal information about you and explain your rights under the California Privacy Rights Act (“CPRA”).
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
CO only: The application window for this position is anticipated to close on the apply before date listed. We encourage interested candidates to apply through our Career website.
1 WA only: Full-Time employees’ paid sick leave is accrued at a rate of 1 hour per every 26 hours worked. Full-time employees receive 5 paid holidays and 5-10 vacation days per year (after waiting period, depending on tenure and hours worked).
2 WA PT only: Paid sick leave (accrued at a rate of 1 hour per every 30 hours worked).
Warby Parker was founded with a mission: to inspire and impact the world with vision, purpose, and style.
We're constantly asking ourselves how we can do more and make a greater impact, and that starts by reimagining everything that a company and industry can be. We want to demonstrate that a business can scale while doing good in the world, without charging a premium for it. And we’ve learned that it takes creativity, empathy, and innovation to achieve that goal.
Since the day we launched in 2010, we’ve pioneered ideas, designed products, and developed technologies that help people see. We offer everything you need for happier eyes at a price that leaves you with money in your pocket, from designer-quality glasses and contacts to eye exams and vision tests, and you can meet us online, at our stores, or even in your home. Wherever and whenever you need it, we’re there to make exceptional vision care simple and accessible. (Delightful, too.)
Ultimately, we believe in vision for all, which is why for every pair of glasses or sunglasses we sell, a pair of glasses is distributed to someone in need through our Buy a Pair, Give a Pair program.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Optician
Verify your ABO certification transfers cleanly
PERM job descriptions are written around specific credentials. Confirm your American Board of Opticianry certification and state dispensing license are current before employers draft the job requirement language, since mismatches can derail the labor certification filing.
Target employers with optical lab capacity
Employers operating in-house optical labs file PERM more readily for opticians than referral-only practices. Hospital-based optical departments and large retail optical chains have dedicated HR infrastructure to manage the multi-stage EB-3 process through I-140 and adjustment of status.
Search sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter optician roles by employers with green card sponsorship history. This cuts prospecting time and surfaces hiring managers already familiar with PERM timelines, prevailing wage requirements, and the EB-2 and EB-3 petition process.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
DOL sets the prevailing wage for your specific optician role and location before PERM is filed. Look up current wage levels using the OFLC Wage Search so your offered salary meets the requirement, since a wage below the certified level will void the labor certification.
Understand how PERM recruitment timelines affect your start
PERM requires employers to complete a mandatory recruitment period before filing, typically spanning 30 to 60 days. Build this into your timeline when negotiating a start date, so the process doesn't conflict with your current visa status or authorized stay.
Document your dispensing experience in measurable detail
USCIS scrutinizes whether your background matches the PERM-certified job requirements. Compile records showing specific frame adjustments, contact lens fittings, lab work, and patient volume. Gaps between your experience and the certified job description can trigger a Request for Evidence.
Green Card Optician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an optician role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most optician positions fall under EB-3, which covers skilled workers requiring at least two years of training or experience. EB-2 applies if the role is restructured to require an advanced degree and your credentials support that classification. State licensure and ABO certification are the credentials employers use to build the PERM job description for either category.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for opticians?
Unlike H-1B visa, green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary status. There is no annual lottery for EB-3, and the process does not reset if you change employers mid-filing under certain portability rules. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status typically take two to four years for most nationalities outside heavily backlogged countries.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from your employer?
Your employer must conduct a supervised recruitment campaign, document that no qualified U.S. workers were available for the optician role, and submit the ETA 9089 application to DOL for certification. The job requirements in that filing must match your actual credentials exactly. DOL can audit the application, so employer recordkeeping throughout the recruitment period matters significantly.
How do you find optician employers who already sponsor green cards?
Use Migrate Mate to search optician roles filtered by employers with confirmed green card sponsorship history. This approach identifies optical retailers, hospital systems, and ophthalmology groups that have completed PERM filings before, meaning they have internal processes in place and won't treat sponsorship as an obstacle during offer negotiations.
Can you switch optician employers after PERM is filed without losing your place in line?
If your I-140 petition has been approved for at least 180 days, you may be able to change employers in a same or similar occupational classification without restarting the green card process. This portability rule, provided under AC21, applies to adjustment of status applicants. Confirm that your new role aligns with the SOC code used in the original PERM filing before making a move.