Optician

PDS Optical; Charlotte Hall (MD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Paid federal holidays

Commissions and bonuses

Insurance coverage

Job summary

PDS Optical is seeking an Optician to join our team based in Charlotte Hall, MD. The role is full-time with hours from 8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday, with no nights or weekends.

You will work closely with Veterans, delivering excellent customer service and helping patients select and fit eyewear. Ideal candidates have 2 years of optical experience and are motivated to obtain ABO certification within two years.

Qualifications

• 2 years optical experience required; ABO certification to be obtained within 2 years.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependable and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Assist Veterans with eyewear selections and fitting.
• Provide high-quality customer service to patients.
• Collaborate with team to maintain a positive work environment.
• Complete background check as part of security clearance requirements.

Skills

2 years optical experience

Interpersonal skills

Fast-paced environment

Education

ABO certification in progress

Job description

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Full Time Retail or VA Charlotte Hall, MD, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1663

Salary Range: $24.00 To $26.00 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 currently seeking an Optician to join our team, based out of the Charlotte Hall, MD, VA. The ideal candidate should be a self-motivated, experienced, and dependable individual with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

This is a full-time position with regular hours from 8:00am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday, no nights or weekends!

We offer competitive pay ranging from $24.00 - $26.00 per hour plus commissions and bonuses, with no cap on your earning potential!

Responsibilities:

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

Qualifications:

• 2 years optical experience with the intent to get ABO in 2 years or less.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Dependable and self-motivated.

Benefits:

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

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

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.

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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 502-813-3318. Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.