Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Arkansas, AR
Average Hourly Pay
$17.37
45.7%Below national average
Range: $16.54 – $18.19
Average Annual Pay
$36,123
45.7%Below national average
Range: $34,403 – $37,844
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
$14.76/hr
Range: $14.06 – $15.46
Annual Rate
$30,705
Range: $29,243 – $32,167
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$17.37/hr
Range: $16.54 – $18.19
Annual Rate
$36,123
Range: $34,403 – $37,844
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$19.98/hr
Range: $19.02 – $20.92
Annual Rate
$41,541
Range: $39,563 – $43,521
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
