Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Jackson, TN
Average Hourly Pay
$19.79
38.2%Below national average
Range: $18.85 – $20.74
Average Annual Pay
$41,168
38.2%Below national average
Range: $39,208 – $43,129
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
$16.82/hr
Range: $16.02 – $17.63
Annual Rate
$34,993
Range: $33,327 – $36,660
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$19.79/hr
Range: $18.85 – $20.74
Annual Rate
$41,168
Range: $39,208 – $43,129
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$22.76/hr
Range: $21.68 – $23.85
Annual Rate
$47,343
Range: $45,089 – $49,598
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
