Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL
Average Hourly Pay
$23.94
25.2%Below national average
Range: $22.80 – $25.08
Average Annual Pay
$49,795
25.2%Below national average
Range: $47,424 – $52,166
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
$20.35/hr
Range: $19.38 – $21.32
Annual Rate
$42,326
Range: $40,310 – $44,341
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.94/hr
Range: $22.80 – $25.08
Annual Rate
$49,795
Range: $47,424 – $52,166
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.53/hr
Range: $26.22 – $28.84
Annual Rate
$57,264
Range: $54,538 – $59,991
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
