Optician

PDS Consultants Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending account

Dental Insurance

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Job summary

PDS Optical is seeking an experienced optician to join our team at the St. Louis VA Hospital. This full-time role offers an 8:00 AM–4:30 PM schedule with no nights or weekends, and a pay range of $22–$25 per hour.

Responsibilities include providing friendly, professional service to Veterans, ensuring high customer satisfaction, and collaborating to maintain a positive work environment. ABO certification is preferred, and background checks will be conducted.

Qualifications

• ABO Certification preferred.
• 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.

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.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Customer-focused

Education

ABO Certification preferred

Tools

Lensometers

Pupilometers

Computers

Job description

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 an experienced optician to join our team at the St. Louis JC, MO VA Hospital and help us uphold our mission of providing GREAT Veteran CARE!

Position Details

Full-time | Monday - Friday | 8 AM – 4:30 PMNo nights or weekends!Pay Range: $22-$25/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

• ABO Certification preferred.
• 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
• Dental Insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• 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.

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

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