Part-Time Optician (Beginner – Will train!)

Your Eyes Only Optical
Rapid City, South Dakota
Part-Time | $16–$18 per hour

About Us

Your Eyes Only Optical is a locally owned boutique optical in Rapid City. We love eyewear, we love our patients, and we believe finding the right pair of glasses should be an enjoyable experience.

We offer a carefully selected collection of quality eyewear, sunglasses, and contact lenses in a professional, welcoming environment where great service, attention to detail, and a genuine love of eyewear come together**.** We’re looking for someone who enjoys working with people, has an eye for style and detail, and is excited to learn something new.

No optical experience? That’s okay! We’re happy to train the right person. What matters most to us is that you’re dependable, personable, willing to learn, and take pride in doing things well.

Position Overview

The Part-Time Beginner Optician will assist patients throughout their eyewear experience, from helping them select frames to preparing orders and assisting with adjustments and repairs. This position will work closely with our optical team to provide knowledgeable, friendly, and personalized service.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys helping people find eyewear that looks and feels great.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and provide friendly, professional customer service
• Assist patients with frame selection based on their prescription, lifestyle, needs, and personal style
• Learn about and become familiar with our frame and lens offerings
• Take accurate measurements for eyewear
• Assist with entering and processing optical orders
• Receive, inspect, and organize incoming eyewear
• Help with frame adjustments and basic repairs
• Maintain a clean, organized, and visually appealing optical environment
• Assist with inventory and keeping displays organized
• Help patients with eyewear care and basic product education
• Answer phones and assist with general front-office tasks as needed
• Communicate effectively with patients, team members, and optical vendors
• Follow established procedures for accuracy, patient privacy, and quality control
• Continue learning about optical products, lenses, frames, and industry practices
• Will occasionally help with some paperwork tasks and inventory

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

• Friendly, personable, and comfortable interacting with people
• Dependable and punctual
• Detail-oriented and accurate
• Comfortable learning new systems and procedures
• Interested in fashion, eyewear, or the optical industry
• Able to work independently while also being a team player
• Professional in appearance and communication
• Comfortable in a customer-facing environment
• Willing to learn and take direction
• Someone who takes pride in creating a positive experience for every patient

Previous optical experience is a plus, but we are willing to train someone who is new to the industry.

Schedule

This is a part-time position, generally scheduled between 10:00 AM and 2:00/2:30 PM, Monday through Friday.

We are looking for approximately 3–5 days per week, with Wednesday and Thursday availability being especially important.

There will be occasional periods when additional coverage is needed, such as when another team member is on vacation or out sick. During these times, you will be asked to work an 8:00 AM–5:00 PM shift to help maintain coverage and keep the optical running smoothly. These full-day shifts would be occasional and based on the needs of the business.

Flexibility and dependability are important, particularly when team members need coverage due to vacation or unexpected absences.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to:

• Stand and walk throughout much of the workday
• Sit and work at a computer when needed
• Bend, reach, and handle small optical products
• Work with small tools for basic adjustments and repairs
• Lift and move boxes or inventory as needed

What We Offer

• $16–$18 per hour, based on experience
• Training provided for the right candidate
• Opportunity to learn and grow within the optical industry
• A professional, boutique work environment
• A close-knit team that values quality and personalized patient care
• Opportunity to develop optical knowledge and skills

Our Team Values

At Your Eyes Only Optical, we believe in creating an environment built around:

• Professionalism -We maintain a polished, welcoming, and professional environment for both our patients and our team.
• Efficiency & Accuracy - Small details matter in optical. We strive to work efficiently while maintaining accuracy and quality.
• Clinical Excellence - We take pride in providing quality eyewear and helping patients find solutions that meet their individual needs. We treat our patients, coworkers, and business partners with honesty, kindness, and respect. We support one another, communicate clearly, and take responsibility for our work. Every patient deserves to feel heard, valued, and well cared for.
• Integrity & Respect
• Teamwork & Accountability
• Customer-Centered Care

To Apply

If you are dependable, personable, eager to learn, and interested in becoming part of a boutique optical team, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and a brief introduction about yourself and why you are interested in working in optical.

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15.0 – 25.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Work Location: In person