Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Huntington-Ashland, WV
Average Hourly Pay
$17.42
45.6%Below national average
Range: $16.59 – $18.25
Average Annual Pay
$36,233
45.6%Below national average
Range: $34,507 – $37,958
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
$14.81/hr
Range: $14.10 – $15.51
Annual Rate
$30,798
Range: $29,331 – $32,264
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$17.42/hr
Range: $16.59 – $18.25
Annual Rate
$36,233
Range: $34,507 – $37,958
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$20.03/hr
Range: $19.08 – $20.99
Annual Rate
$41,668
Range: $39,683 – $43,652
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
