Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Decatur, AL
Average Hourly Pay
$17.86
44.2%Below national average
Range: $17.01 – $18.71
Average Annual Pay
$37,150
44.2%Below national average
Range: $35,381 – $38,919
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
$15.18/hr
Range: $14.46 – $15.90
Annual Rate
$31,578
Range: $30,074 – $33,081
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$17.86/hr
Range: $17.01 – $18.71
Annual Rate
$37,150
Range: $35,381 – $38,919
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$20.54/hr
Range: $19.56 – $21.52
Annual Rate
$42,723
Range: $40,688 – $44,757
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
