Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Charleston, WV
Average Hourly Pay
$17.52
45.3%Below national average
Range: $16.69 – $18.36
Average Annual Pay
$36,451
45.3%Below national average
Range: $34,715 – $38,187
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
$14.89/hr
Range: $14.19 – $15.61
Annual Rate
$30,983
Range: $29,508 – $32,459
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$17.52/hr
Range: $16.69 – $18.36
Annual Rate
$36,451
Range: $34,715 – $38,187
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$20.15/hr
Range: $19.19 – $21.11
Annual Rate
$41,919
Range: $39,922 – $43,915
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
