Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA
Average Hourly Pay
$28.40
11.3%Below national average
Range: $27.05 – $29.76
Average Annual Pay
$59,077
11.3%Below national average
Range: $56,264 – $61,890
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
$24.14/hr
Range: $22.99 – $25.30
Annual Rate
$50,215
Range: $47,824 – $52,607
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$28.40/hr
Range: $27.05 – $29.76
Annual Rate
$59,077
Range: $56,264 – $61,890
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$32.66/hr
Range: $31.11 – $34.22
Annual Rate
$67,939
Range: $64,704 – $71,174
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
