Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Killeen-Temple, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$19.58
38.8%Below national average
Range: $18.65 – $20.52
Average Annual Pay
$40,732
38.8%Below national average
Range: $38,792 – $42,671
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
$16.64/hr
Range: $15.85 – $17.44
Annual Rate
$34,622
Range: $32,973 – $36,270
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$19.58/hr
Range: $18.65 – $20.52
Annual Rate
$40,732
Range: $38,792 – $42,671
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$22.52/hr
Range: $21.45 – $23.60
Annual Rate
$46,842
Range: $44,611 – $49,072
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
