Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Baton Rouge, LA
Average Hourly Pay
$15.57
51.3%Below national average
Range: $14.83 – $16.31
Average Annual Pay
$32,389
51.3%Below national average
Range: $30,846 – $33,931
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
$13.23/hr
Range: $12.61 – $13.86
Annual Rate
$27,531
Range: $26,219 – $28,841
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$15.57/hr
Range: $14.83 – $16.31
Annual Rate
$32,389
Range: $30,846 – $33,931
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$17.91/hr
Range: $17.05 – $18.76
Annual Rate
$37,247
Range: $35,473 – $39,021
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
