Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Amarillo, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$17.16
46.4%Below national average
Range: $16.34 – $17.97
Average Annual Pay
$35,687
46.4%Below national average
Range: $33,987 – $37,386
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
$14.59/hr
Range: $13.89 – $15.27
Annual Rate
$30,334
Range: $28,889 – $31,778
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$17.16/hr
Range: $16.34 – $17.97
Annual Rate
$35,687
Range: $33,987 – $37,386
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$19.73/hr
Range: $18.79 – $20.67
Annual Rate
$41,040
Range: $39,085 – $42,994
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
