Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Illinois, IL
Average Hourly Pay
$24.21
24.3%Below national average
Range: $23.06 – $25.37
Average Annual Pay
$50,363
24.3%Below national average
Range: $47,965 – $52,761
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
$20.58/hr
Range: $19.60 – $21.56
Annual Rate
$42,809
Range: $40,770 – $44,847
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.21/hr
Range: $23.06 – $25.37
Annual Rate
$50,363
Range: $47,965 – $52,761
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.84/hr
Range: $26.52 – $29.18
Annual Rate
$57,917
Range: $55,160 – $60,675
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
