Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC
Average Hourly Pay
$21.93
31.5%Below national average
Range: $20.89 – $22.98
Average Annual Pay
$45,624
31.5%Below national average
Range: $43,451 – $47,796
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
$18.64/hr
Range: $17.76 – $19.53
Annual Rate
$38,780
Range: $36,933 – $40,627
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.93/hr
Range: $20.89 – $22.98
Annual Rate
$45,624
Range: $43,451 – $47,796
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.22/hr
Range: $24.02 – $26.43
Annual Rate
$52,468
Range: $49,969 – $54,965
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
