Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Cape Girardeau, MO
Average Hourly Pay
$18.76
41.4%Below national average
Range: $17.87 – $19.66
Average Annual Pay
$39,028
41.4%Below national average
Range: $37,170 – $40,887
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
$15.95/hr
Range: $15.19 – $16.71
Annual Rate
$33,174
Range: $31,595 – $34,754
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$18.76/hr
Range: $17.87 – $19.66
Annual Rate
$39,028
Range: $37,170 – $40,887
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$21.57/hr
Range: $20.55 – $22.61
Annual Rate
$44,882
Range: $42,746 – $47,020
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
