Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Fort Smith, AR
Average Hourly Pay
$16.05
49.8%Below national average
Range: $15.29 – $16.82
Average Annual Pay
$33,393
49.8%Below national average
Range: $31,803 – $34,984
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
$13.64/hr
Range: $13.00 – $14.30
Annual Rate
$28,384
Range: $27,033 – $29,736
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$16.05/hr
Range: $15.29 – $16.82
Annual Rate
$33,393
Range: $31,803 – $34,984
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$18.46/hr
Range: $17.58 – $19.34
Annual Rate
$38,402
Range: $36,573 – $40,232
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
