Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Auburn-Opelika, AL
Average Hourly Pay
$19.19
40.0%Below national average
Range: $18.28 – $20.11
Average Annual Pay
$39,924
40.0%Below national average
Range: $38,022 – $41,825
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
$16.31/hr
Range: $15.54 – $17.09
Annual Rate
$33,935
Range: $32,319 – $35,551
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$19.19/hr
Range: $18.28 – $20.11
Annual Rate
$39,924
Range: $38,022 – $41,825
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$22.07/hr
Range: $21.02 – $23.13
Annual Rate
$45,913
Range: $43,725 – $48,099
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
