Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Cedar Rapids, IA
Average Hourly Pay
$19.40
39.4%Below national average
Range: $18.48 – $20.33
Average Annual Pay
$40,360
39.4%Below national average
Range: $38,438 – $42,282
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
$16.49/hr
Range: $15.71 – $17.28
Annual Rate
$34,306
Range: $32,672 – $35,940
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$19.40/hr
Range: $18.48 – $20.33
Annual Rate
$40,360
Range: $38,438 – $42,282
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$22.31/hr
Range: $21.25 – $23.38
Annual Rate
$46,414
Range: $44,204 – $48,624
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
