Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Hickory-Lenoir-Morganton, NC
Average Hourly Pay
$21.72
32.1%Below national average
Range: $20.69 – $22.76
Average Annual Pay
$45,187
32.1%Below national average
Range: $43,035 – $47,339
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
$18.46/hr
Range: $17.59 – $19.35
Annual Rate
$38,409
Range: $36,580 – $40,238
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.72/hr
Range: $20.69 – $22.76
Annual Rate
$45,187
Range: $43,035 – $47,339
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$24.98/hr
Range: $23.79 – $26.17
Annual Rate
$51,965
Range: $49,490 – $54,440
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
