LICENSED OPTICIAN

Pds-Consultants,-Inc.; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commissions and incentives

Health insurance

Flexible spending account

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

PDS Optical is hiring a Florida Licensed Optician to join our Gainesville VA team, delivering eyewear and veteran-focused service.

You will fit, adjust, repair, and sell eyewear, using lensometers and pupilometers, while ensuring accuracy and compliance. The role offers full-time hours, no nights or weekends, and a competitive hourly pay.

Join a mission-driven organization that serves veterans and values teamwork, integrity, and personal growth.

Qualifications

• High level of interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced retail setting.
• Experience fitting, adjusting, repairing, and selling eyewear.
• Proficient with lensometers, pupilometers, and computers.
• Familiarity with VA benefits and discounts for optical services.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and customer-focused.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, professional service to Veterans.
• Ensure customer satisfaction through excellent service.
• Collaborate with team to maintain a positive work environment.
• Meet security/background check requirements.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Customer service

Fast-paced environment

Eyewear fitting

Lensometer use

Pupilometer use

Computer literacy

VA benefits knowledge

Tools

Lensometers

Pupilometers

Computers

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

LICENSED OPTICIAN

Full Time Retail or VA Gainesville, Florida, Gainesville, FL, US

Salary Range: $30.00 To $32.00 Hourly

PDS Optical is a SDVOSB Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business that manufactures a very large number of eyeglasses each day. We have Optical Laboratories in Louisville, KY and Fort Lauderdale, FL and manage many optical stores across the US and Puerto Rico. We take great pride in our product and are especially thankful to produce eyeglasses for United States Veterans. PDS Optical is an Equal Opportunity employer who values everyone and is committed to EEO for all. We consider our employees to be our most valuable asset and would love for you to consider joining our team.

Join Our Team at PDS Optical!

At PDS Optical, we are committed to delivering exceptional eyewear and outstanding service to our Veterans. We're seeking a Florida Licensed Optician to join our team at the Gainesville, FL VA and help us uphold our mission of providing GREAT Veteran CARE!

• Full-time | Monday - Friday | 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
• No nights or weekends
• Pay Range:$30-$32/hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide friendly, professional, and efficient service to Veterans.
• Ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction through exceptional service.
• Work collaboratively to foster a positive and productive environment.
• Comply with security clearance requirements by successfully passing a background check.

Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting.
• Skilled in fitting, adjusting, repairing, and selling eyewear.
• Proficient in using lensometers, pupilometers, and computers.
• Knowledge of VA benefits and discounts for optical services.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and customer focused.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Optical, we value work-life balance and are dedicated to supporting our team members personally and professionally.

Benefits We Offer:

• Commissions and incentives, with no cap on your earning potential.
• Health insurance
Flexible spending account
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Join a team where your skills and dedication make a difference in the lives of Veterans. Be part of a supportive, professional environment that fosters growth and success.

PDS Optical is an Equal Opportunity and Drug Free Workplace Employer with affirmative Action plans for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities as required under VEVRAA and Section 503, respectively.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender or sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal If you need an accommodation seeking employment with PDS Optical of assistance in applying for any of our open positions, please email hrhelpdesk @pdsoptical.com or call 954-852-0340. Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.