Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Alabama, AL
Average Hourly Pay
$17.01
46.8%Below national average
Range: $16.20 – $17.82
Average Annual Pay
$35,381
46.8%Below national average
Range: $33,696 – $37,066
How much do Psychiatric Technicians make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$14.46/hr
Range: $13.77 – $15.15
Annual Rate
$30,074
Range: $28,642 – $31,506
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$17.01/hr
Range: $16.20 – $17.82
Annual Rate
$35,381
Range: $33,696 – $37,066
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$19.56/hr
Range: $18.63 – $20.49
Annual Rate
$40,688
Range: $38,750 – $42,626
Psychiatric Technicians job description
Psychiatric Technicians professionals ensure facilities, equipment, and systems function properly. They perform repairs, preventive maintenance, and inspections to keep operations running smoothly.
Responsibilities
- •Perform routine maintenance and repairs
- •Inspect equipment and facilities
- •Troubleshoot mechanical issues
- •Maintain maintenance records
- •Order supplies and parts
- •Ensure compliance with safety codes
Skills
- •Mechanical aptitude
- •Troubleshooting
- •Hand and power tool proficiency
- •Physical stamina
- •Problem-solving
- •Time management
Qualifications
- •High school diploma or equivalent
- •Trade certification preferred
- •Experience with building systems
- •Ability to work flexible hours
