Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$21.06
34.2%Below national average
Range: $20.06 – $22.07
Average Annual Pay
$43,811
34.2%Below national average
Range: $41,725 – $45,897
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
$17.90/hr
Range: $17.05 – $18.76
Annual Rate
$37,239
Range: $35,466 – $39,012
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.06/hr
Range: $20.06 – $22.07
Annual Rate
$43,811
Range: $41,725 – $45,897
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$24.22/hr
Range: $23.07 – $25.38
Annual Rate
$50,383
Range: $47,984 – $52,782
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
