Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Alexandria, LA
Average Hourly Pay
$14.64
54.3%Below national average
Range: $13.94 – $15.33
Average Annual Pay
$30,445
54.3%Below national average
Range: $28,995 – $31,895
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
$12.44/hr
Range: $11.85 – $13.03
Annual Rate
$25,878
Range: $24,646 – $27,111
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$14.64/hr
Range: $13.94 – $15.33
Annual Rate
$30,445
Range: $28,995 – $31,895
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$16.84/hr
Range: $16.03 – $17.63
Annual Rate
$35,012
Range: $33,344 – $36,679
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
