Optical Laboratory Specialist (68Y)

Job overview

The Optical Laboratory Specialist (68Y) role is an onsite, full-time U.S. Army enlistment opportunity listed in Houston, TX; compensation is not specified. The Army provides specialized training to make and repair eyewear for Soldiers. The specialist prepares and assembles prescription eyewear and maintains optical equipment, supporting Soldiers’ access to prescribed glasses and related optical services.

What you'll do

• Sort and forward prescriptions
• prepare and make prescription lenses
• inspect lenses for accuracy
• assemble frames
• repair and maintain optical tools and machines.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

optical laboratory specialist

68y

army enlistment

eyewear

prescription lenses

optical equipment

entry level

houston tx

u.s. army

basic training

advanced individual training

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Potential bonuses, Thrift Savings Plan and pension eligibility, medical care through TRICARE, dental and vision care, tuition assistance, GI Bill benefits, student loan repayment assistance, housing allowances, relocation assistance, and veterans benefits.

Why this role

Entry-level opportunity with no experience necessary; includes 10 weeks of Basic Training and 24 weeks of Advanced Individual Training.

About the employer

U.S. Army is hiring for this role. Industry: National Security. Sector: 92.