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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for optical lab technician jobs in the United States is $21.80, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Optical Lab Technician Jobs vs Optician Jobs?

AspectOptical Lab Technician JobsOptician Jobs
CredentialsCertification in optical laboratory work, such as Certified Optical Laboratory TechnicianState licensing or certification, such as ABO certification
Work EnvironmentLaboratories manufacturing or repairing lenses and framesOptical retail stores, clinics, or private practices
Employer & IndustryOptical labs, eyewear manufacturersOptical retail chains, independent eyewear stores

Optical Lab Technicians focus on fabricating and repairing lenses in a lab setting, requiring technical skills and lab certifications. Opticians, on the other hand, interact directly with customers, fitting and dispensing eyewear, often requiring licensing. Both roles are essential in the eyewear industry but differ in daily tasks and work environments.

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Infographic showing various Optical Lab Technician Jobs job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,349 per year, or $21.8 per hour.

Optical Lab Technician Houston, TX Area

Conroe, TX • On-site

Eyemart Express
Retail • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about Eyemart Expressexternal

$13.75 - $18.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 26 days ago

Eyemart Express rating

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Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 81 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Optical Lab Technician Full-Time
30 years ago, Dr. Barnes founded Eyemart Express to deliver everything a patient needs. It started with one friendly shop in Appleton, WI, and has since expanded to over 245 in 42 states. Today, Eyemart Express is celebrated for promptly delivering quality eyewear at great prices while maintaining great relationships with optometrists and local communities. We're not like everyone else, with local labs in stores, eye exams, and same-day delivery on glasses � our customers never miss a moment. Now, you can join one of the nation's top optical retailers and improve lives by helping people see better.
As an Optical Lab Technician, you'll be responsible for cutting, edging, and creating prescription lenses to ensure customers receive their new glasses in a timely manner. Your technical skills and attention to detail will contribute to our high standards of quality and service. Experience is preferred but not required, as we are willing to train the right candidate.
Earning Potential: The earning potential for this role is competitive, inclusive of base pay and incentives.
Responsibilities:
� Lab Work: Identify and work with basic optical laboratory equipment, tools, supplies, and materials. Consistently adhere to hourly deadlines for finishing jobs.
� Prescription Management: Correctly read and interpret prescription specifications and input into the computer to ensure lenses are cut properly.
� Maintenance: Maintain the lab area and equipment in a safe and organized manner. Perform daily, weekly, and monthly lab equipment maintenance as scheduled and in accordance with lab/equipment manual specifications.
� Operational Excellence: Perform multiple concurrent tasks at several different equipment stations to maintain acceptable job flow. Fill out all assigned reporting forms in a timely manner.
Requirements:
� High School Diploma or GED
� Experience working in a lab or technical setting
� Experience working in the optical industry is preferred
� Must be able to read, comprehend, and follow technical manuals and protocols
Benefits:
� Health Insurance
� Vision Insurance
� Dental Insurance
� Matching 401k
� Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
� Life Insurance
� Fully paid benefits to maintain licensing requirements and opportunities for advancement
At Eyemart Express, we're dedicated to excellence in everything we do. We understand the importance of work-life balance and strive to be as flexible as possible with scheduling needs to ensure our team members can achieve harmony between work and personal life.
If you're ready to join a company that values excellence, invests in your future, and respects your need for balance, submit your resume today! Eyemart Express is where your career takes off.
This posting provides an overview of the role. A full job description will be provided upon hire.
For roles that are remote (i.e., Work From Home (WFH)) or hybrid (i.e., partial onsite at a VSP location and WFH), must demonstrate a high level of engagement in virtual environments, including maintaining camera presence during meetings to support effective communication and team alignment.
VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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