Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Jackson, MS
Average Hourly Pay
$17.55
45.2%Below national average
Range: $16.71 – $18.38
Average Annual Pay
$36,495
45.2%Below national average
Range: $34,757 – $38,232
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
$14.92/hr
Range: $14.20 – $15.62
Annual Rate
$31,021
Range: $29,543 – $32,497
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$17.55/hr
Range: $16.71 – $18.38
Annual Rate
$36,495
Range: $34,757 – $38,232
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$20.18/hr
Range: $19.22 – $21.14
Annual Rate
$41,969
Range: $39,971 – $43,967
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
