Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Columbia, SC
Average Hourly Pay
$19.49
39.1%Below national average
Range: $18.56 – $20.42
Average Annual Pay
$40,535
39.1%Below national average
Range: $38,605 – $42,465
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
$16.57/hr
Range: $15.78 – $17.36
Annual Rate
$34,455
Range: $32,814 – $36,095
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$19.49/hr
Range: $18.56 – $20.42
Annual Rate
$40,535
Range: $38,605 – $42,465
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$22.41/hr
Range: $21.34 – $23.48
Annual Rate
$46,615
Range: $44,396 – $48,835
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
