Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in District of Columbia, DC
Average Hourly Pay
$30.12
5.9%Below national average
Range: $28.69 – $31.56
Average Annual Pay
$62,659
5.9%Below national average
Range: $59,675 – $65,643
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
$25.60/hr
Range: $24.39 – $26.83
Annual Rate
$53,260
Range: $50,724 – $55,797
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$30.12/hr
Range: $28.69 – $31.56
Annual Rate
$62,659
Range: $59,675 – $65,643
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$34.64/hr
Range: $32.99 – $36.29
Annual Rate
$72,058
Range: $68,626 – $75,489
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
