Licensed Optician

PDS Optical; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Paid holidays

Commissions

Insurance coverage

Job summary

PDS Optical is seeking a Licensed Optician for the Tampa VA, full-time. The role offers a $26.00 to $30.00 hourly wage, with no nights or weekends and weekday hours 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Benefit details include paid holidays, commissions, and insurance, with a strong emphasis on serving Veterans.

Requirements include ABO Certification and Florida State License; experience in a similar role is preferred. Occupies a full-time position based in Tampa, FL.

Qualifications

• ABO Certification and Florida State License are required.
• Experience in a similar optician role is highly preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and deliver excellent customer service.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; dependable and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Assist Veterans and customers with eyewear selection and fittings.
• Provide highest level of customer service to ensure patient satisfaction.
• Collaborate with team to maintain a positive and efficient work environment.
• Adhere to security clearance requirements by passing a background check.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Education

ABO Certification

Florida State License

Job description

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Licensed Optician

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

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1674

Salary Range: $26.00 To $30.00 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.

PDS Optical is growing and is seeking an experienced Licensed Optician to join our team, based out of the Tampa, FL VA. The ideal candidate should be a self-motivated, experienced, and dependable individual with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

We offer competitive pay based on experienced plus commissions and bonuses, with no cap on your earning potential.

Position Details:

• Full-time | Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• No nights or weekends
• Pay Range:$26-$30/hour
• Health and Welfare Benefit: Annual Value, $8,777.60

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Veterans in a friendly, professional, and expedient manner.
• Provide the highest level of customer service to ensure patient satisfaction.
• Collaborate with the team to maintain a positive and efficient work environment.
• Adhere to security clearance requirements by passing a background check.

Qualifications:

• Must have your ABO Certification and FL State License
• Experience in a similar role is highly preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Dependable and self-motivated.

Benefits:

• Generous benefits package.
• Paid Federal Holidays.
• Commissions and bonuses, with no cap on your earning potential.
• Insurance coverage.

Come work for a great company and feel good about giving back to the Men and Women who served our country.

Proud to Support Those Who Served! We value the leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills that Veterans bring to the workplace. Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply.

PDS Optical is an Equal Opportunity and Drug Free Workplace Employer with

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 @pdscinc.com or call 502-897-1656. Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.