Ophthalmic Medical Technicians (68Y)

U.S. Army•Houston, TX

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Enlist as a Soldier into the United States Army and as an Optical Laboratory Specialist (68Y), you'll gain the specialized training needed to make and repair the eyewear that is provided to Soldiers in the Army. You'll use your knowledge of optics and ocular health to sort and forward prescriptions, prepare and make prescription lenses, inspect them for accuracy, assemble frames, and perform repairs and maintenance on optical tools and machines. This is not a civilian contractor position. No experience necessary. Position is entry level.

Requirements

A U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a valid Green Card
17 to 34 Years Old
High School Diploma or GED
Meet Tattoo Guidelines
No Major Law Violations
No Medical Concerns
98 ASVAB Score: General Maintenance (GM)

Responsibilities

Sort and forward prescriptions
Prepare and make prescription lenses
Inspect lenses for accuracy
Assemble frames
Perform repairs and maintenance on optical tools and machines

Benefits

Competitive base pay with potential for bonuses, including enlistment bonuses and re-enlistment bonuses
Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) similar to a 401(k), and a pension plan for those who serve 20 years or more
Extra pay for hazardous duty, special skills, and deployment
Comprehensive medical care for soldiers and their families through TRICARE
Access to dental and vision care services
Financial support for college courses while on active duty
Benefits for education and training programs, including the Post- 9/11 GI Bill
Assistance in repaying student loans
Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) to cover the cost of housing
Access to housing on military installations
Discounts on groceries and goods at military stores
Opportunities for leadership training and career advancement
Technical and tactical training in various fields
Support services for families, including counseling and childcare
Help with moving costs and finding housing
Lifetime monthly pension after 20 years of service
Access to Department of Veterans Affairs benefits, including healthcare and home loans
Access to recreational facilities, sports programs, and leisure activities