Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Huntsville, AL
Average Hourly Pay
$18.69
41.6%Below national average
Range: $17.80 – $19.58
Average Annual Pay
$38,875
41.6%Below national average
Range: $37,024 – $40,726
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
$15.89/hr
Range: $15.13 – $16.64
Annual Rate
$33,044
Range: $31,470 – $34,617
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$18.69/hr
Range: $17.80 – $19.58
Annual Rate
$38,875
Range: $37,024 – $40,726
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$21.49/hr
Range: $20.47 – $22.52
Annual Rate
$44,706
Range: $42,578 – $46,835
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
