Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in California, CA
Average Hourly Pay
$32.49
1.5%Above national average
Range: $30.94 – $34.03
Average Annual Pay
$67,573
1.5%Above national average
Range: $64,355 – $70,791
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
$27.62/hr
Range: $26.30 – $28.93
Annual Rate
$57,437
Range: $54,702 – $60,172
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$32.49/hr
Range: $30.94 – $34.03
Annual Rate
$67,573
Range: $64,355 – $70,791
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$37.36/hr
Range: $35.58 – $39.13
Annual Rate
$77,709
Range: $74,008 – $81,410
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
