Optical Lab Technician Jobs

An Optical Lab Technician plays a crucial role in the optometry industry by fabricating, repairing, and maintaining optical products such as glasses and contact lenses. They operate and calibrate specialized lab equipment to cut, polish, and grind lenses according to the optical prescription. In addition to this, they also assemble frames and lenses, adjust eyewear to fit patients correctly, and perform quality control checks to ensure the accuracy of the finished product. Furthermore, they may assist customers in selecting eyewear and provide basic customer service.

Important skills for an Optical Lab Technician include attention to detail, good manual dexterity, and strong technical skills to operate lab equipment. They should also have excellent customer service and communication skills. While some roles may provide on-the-job training, a high school diploma or equivalent is often required. Further certification, such as the American Board of Opticianry (ABO) certification, is highly regarded in the industry. Prior to becoming an Optical Lab Technician, one might work as an Optical Assistant, Eyewear Consultant, or an Optometric Technician to acquire relevant experience and knowledge in the field.

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Eye Care Partners

Research Testing Technician

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Ophthalmic Testing Skills Perform refractions per protocol using trial frames Measure visual acuity at distance and near utilizing appropriate test for age and...

imatters

Wholesale Lab Technician

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities Lab experience in cutting and edging lenses. Mounting optical lenses into eyewear....

Optical Laboratory Technician I

  • Clackamas, OR
  • 13 hours ago
  • Clackamas, OR
  • 13 hours ago

Under direct supervision assist other Optical Lab Techs in producing and providing eyewear to members in a timely manner, as established by departmental policies and guidelines. Essential...

MLT, Medical Laboratory Technician I - Longview Lab - PRN

  • Longview, TX
  • 15 hours ago
  • Longview, TX
  • 15 hours ago

Job Description | Job Attributes Apply Now External Applicant Current Associate Summary: Performs clinical testing in assigned section/s such as general laboratory, Blood Bank and Microbiology...

Optical Lab Technician - Eyeglasses

  • Wichita, KS
  • 20 hours ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 20 hours ago

Eyeglass World has over 100 locations across the United States and offers eye exams, contact lenses, eyeglasses, sunglasses and protective eyewear....

Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Cambridge, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Cambridge, MN
  • 1 day ago

Location Address: 701 Dellwood St S Cambridge, MN 55008-1920 Date Posted: July 15, 2025 Department: 72416301 Cambridge Lab Shift: Evening/Night (United States of America) Shift Length: 10...

Optical Lab Technician PT Poland, OH #224

  • Boardman, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Boardman, OH
  • 1 day ago

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....

Optical Lab Technician FT Odessa, TX #055

  • Odessa, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Odessa, TX
  • 1 day ago

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....

Optical Lab Technician

  • Redmond, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Redmond, WA
  • 2 days ago

Optical Lab Technician IV Redmond WA 12 months (Possibility for extension) Summary: Lab technician with a technical degree and strong background in Robotics and/or Optical Imaging with interest in learning...

Optical Lab Technician FT Coeur D'Alene, ID #311

  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 2 days ago
  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 2 days ago

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....

Optical Lab Technician FT Omaha, NE #260

  • Omaha, NE
  • 2 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 2 days ago

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....

Optical Lab Technician PT Coeur D'Alene, ID #311

  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 2 days ago
  • Coeur d Alene, ID
  • 2 days ago

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....

Optical Manufacturing Technician

  • Fairport, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Fairport, NY
  • 2 days ago

Optical Manufacturing Technician#25-70153 $25.83-$27.81 per hour Fairport, NY All On-site Job Description Our Client, a Business Manufacturing and Supply company, is looking for an Optical...

Optical Lab Technician FT Poland, OH #224

  • Poland, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Poland, OH
  • 2 days ago

Optical Lab Technician FT Poland, OH #224 Location:Boardman Twp, OH START YOUR APPLICATION Optical Lab Technician Full-Time 30 years ago, Dr....

Optical Lab Technician IV

  • Redmond, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Redmond, WA
  • 5 days ago

Payrate: $45.00 - $52.95/hr. Summary: Lab technician with a technical degree and strong background in Robotics and/or Optical Imaging with interest in learning both. Responsibilities: Supporting...

Optical Lab Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Optical Engineering
This course concerns the theory and practice of optical methods in engineering and system design, with an emphasis on diffraction, statistical optics, holography, and imaging. It provides the...
Quantum Optical Communication
_6.453 Quantum Optical Communication_ is one of a collection of MIT classes that deals with aspects of an emerging field known as quantum information science. This course covers Quantum Optics,...
Optical Signals, Devices, and Systems
6.637 covers the fundamentals of optical signals and modern optical devices and systems from a practical point of view. Its goal is to help students develop a thorough understanding of the...

Salary for Optical Lab Technician Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireOptometry research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Optical Lab Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Optical Lab Technicians offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.9%
High School or GED
21.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.0%
Associate's Degree
15.9%
Some College
6.4%
Master's Degree
5.3%
Doctorate Degree
3.7%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Optical Lab Technicians
Less than 1 year
44.2%
1-2 years
27.1%
None
23.2%
2-4 years
4.0%
4-6 years
1.5%


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