Licensed Optician

Pds-Consultants,-Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay + commissions

Health, dental and life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

PDS Optical is seeking a licensed optician to join our Jacksonville team and serve Veterans in a VA medical environment. You will fit, adjust, and dispense eyewear with precision while delivering excellent patient care.

We offer a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with competitive base pay and commissions, plus strong benefits to support you and your family.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Experience handling lensometers, pupilometers, and optical software.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Dependable, detail-oriented, service-driven attitude.
• Knowledge of VA optical benefits is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, knowledgeable, and compassionate service to our Veterans.
• Fit, adjust, repair, and dispense eyewear with precision.
• Deliver an exceptional patient experience at every visit.
• Collaborate with a supportive optical team.
• Maintain compliance with VA security and background requirements.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Detail-oriented

Thrives in fast-paced environment

Tools

Lensometers

Pupilometers

Optical software

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 Jacksonville, Florida, Jacksonville, FL, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1626

Salary Range: $27.00 To $32.00 Annually

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!

Jacksonville, FL | VA Medical Center

Serve Those Who Served - While Enjoying an Unbeatable Work Schedule!

We're looking for a Florida Licensed Optician to join our Jacksonville team and make a meaningful impact every day.

Why You'll Love This Role

• $27-$32/hour
• 3% Commissions
• Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Work in aprofessional VA medical environment

What You'll Do

• Provide friendly, knowledgeable, and compassionate service to our Veterans
• Fit, adjust, repair, and dispense eyewear with precision
• Deliver an exceptional patient experience every visit
• Collaborate with a supportive optical team
• Maintain compliance with VA security and background requirements

What We're Looking For

• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Experience with lensometers, pupilometers, and optical software
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and service-driven
• Knowledge of VA optical benefits (preferred, not required)

Benefits That Support You

• Competitive base pay
  
• Unlimited commissions and incentives
• Health, dental and life insurance - Health and Welfare Benefit valued of an extra $4.22 per hour (extra $8,777.60 annually to cover benefits elected)
• Holiday AND Seniority bonus
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with company match after 6 months of hire
• Paid time off
• 11 Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program

Make a Difference Every Day

Join a company that values work-life balance, invests in its people, and allows you to serve Veterans with pride and dignity!

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.

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 502-897-1656. Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.