Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Iowa, IA
Average Hourly Pay
$20.77
35.1%Below national average
Range: $19.78 – $21.76
Average Annual Pay
$43,200
35.1%Below national average
Range: $41,142 – $45,257
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
$17.65/hr
Range: $16.81 – $18.50
Annual Rate
$36,720
Range: $34,971 – $38,468
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$20.77/hr
Range: $19.78 – $21.76
Annual Rate
$43,200
Range: $41,142 – $45,257
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$23.89/hr
Range: $22.75 – $25.02
Annual Rate
$49,680
Range: $47,313 – $52,046
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
