Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA
Average Hourly Pay
$21.18
33.8%Below national average
Range: $20.17 – $22.19
Average Annual Pay
$44,051
33.8%Below national average
Range: $41,954 – $46,149
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
$18.00/hr
Range: $17.14 – $18.86
Annual Rate
$37,443
Range: $35,661 – $39,227
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.18/hr
Range: $20.17 – $22.19
Annual Rate
$44,051
Range: $41,954 – $46,149
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$24.36/hr
Range: $23.20 – $25.52
Annual Rate
$50,659
Range: $48,247 – $53,071
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
