Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Fort Wayne, IN
Average Hourly Pay
$21.33
33.3%Below national average
Range: $20.31 – $22.34
Average Annual Pay
$44,357
33.3%Below national average
Range: $42,245 – $46,469
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
$18.13/hr
Range: $17.26 – $18.99
Annual Rate
$37,703
Range: $35,908 – $39,499
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.33/hr
Range: $20.31 – $22.34
Annual Rate
$44,357
Range: $42,245 – $46,469
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$24.53/hr
Range: $23.36 – $25.69
Annual Rate
$51,011
Range: $48,582 – $53,439
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
