Optician

Pds-Consultants,-Inc.; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Commissions and incentives with no cap

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Health savings & flexible spending

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and sick leave

Life insurance

Employee discount program

Referral bonuses

Employee assistance program

Job summary

PDS Optical seeks an Experienced Optician to join the Columbia, SC VA clinic. You will provide friendly service to Veterans, assist with eyewear fitting, and ensure customer satisfaction while complying with VA access requirements.

The role is full-time, Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM, with no nights or weekends. Apprenticeship onboarding and licensure are required, and a competitive benefits package accompanies compensation.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and customer-focused.
• Skilled in fitting, adjusting, repairing, and selling eyewear.

Responsibilities

• Deliver friendly, professional, and efficient service to Veterans.
• Ensure exceptional customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with team members to maintain a positive environment.
• Pass a background check for VA facility access.

Skills

Excellent communication and Interpers

Dependable and customer-focused

Eyewear fitting and selling

Education

Onboarding apprenticeship and licensure per state rules

Tools

Manual lensometers

Pupilometers

Computer systems

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.

Columbia, SC D-030-VISN 7 Full Time Retail or VA Columbia, SC, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1707

Salary Range: $20.00 To $22.00 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!
Serving Those Who Served

At PDS Optical, we're proud to provide high-quality eyewear and exceptional service to our nation's Veterans. We're currently seeking an Experienced Optician to join our team at the Columbia, SC VA clinic and help us continue our mission of delivering GREAT Veteran CARE.

Position Details

• Full-time | Monday - Friday | 8 AM - 5:00 PM
• No nights or weekends
• Pay Range: $20-$22/hour
• Sign-on Bonus: $5,00.00
  • $2,500.00 after 30 days of employment!
  • $2,500.00 after 6 months of employment!

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver friendly, professional, and efficient service to Veterans
• Ensure exceptional customer satisfaction
• Collaborate with team members to maintain a positive environment
• Successfully pass a background check for VA facility access

Qualifications

• Must begin an apprenticeship upon onboarding and obtain licensure in accordance with minimum state regulatory requirements
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Skilled in fitting, adjusting, repairing, and selling eyewear
• Proficient with manual lensometers, pupilometers, and computer systems
• Familiarity with VA optical benefits and discounts is a plus
• Dependable, self-motivated, and customer-focused

Why Join PDS Optical?

At PDS Optical, we believe in work-life balance, career growth, and supporting our team both personally and professionally.

Benefits We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Commissions and incentives, with no cap on your earning potential
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings & flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and accrued sick leave
• Life insurance
• Employee discount program
• Referralbonuses
• Employee assistance program

Make a difference with your skills. Join a team that honors service by serving with excellence.

PDS Optical is an Equal Opportunity and Drug Free Workplace Employer with Aff 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 502-813-3318. Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis