Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Iowa City, IA
Average Hourly Pay
$22.09
31.0%Below national average
Range: $21.04 – $23.14
Average Annual Pay
$45,951
31.0%Below national average
Range: $43,763 – $48,140
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
$18.78/hr
Range: $17.88 – $19.67
Annual Rate
$39,058
Range: $37,199 – $40,919
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.09/hr
Range: $21.04 – $23.14
Annual Rate
$45,951
Range: $43,763 – $48,140
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.40/hr
Range: $24.20 – $26.61
Annual Rate
$52,844
Range: $50,327 – $55,361
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
