Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Joplin, MO
Average Hourly Pay
$18.98
40.7%Below national average
Range: $18.08 – $19.89
Average Annual Pay
$39,487
40.7%Below national average
Range: $37,606 – $41,367
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
$16.13/hr
Range: $15.37 – $16.91
Annual Rate
$33,564
Range: $31,965 – $35,162
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$18.98/hr
Range: $18.08 – $19.89
Annual Rate
$39,487
Range: $37,606 – $41,367
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$21.83/hr
Range: $20.79 – $22.87
Annual Rate
$45,410
Range: $43,247 – $47,572
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
