Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Lafayette, LA
Average Hourly Pay
$14.79
53.8%Below national average
Range: $14.09 – $15.50
Average Annual Pay
$30,773
53.8%Below national average
Range: $29,307 – $32,238
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
$12.57/hr
Range: $11.98 – $13.17
Annual Rate
$26,157
Range: $24,911 – $27,402
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$14.79/hr
Range: $14.09 – $15.50
Annual Rate
$30,773
Range: $29,307 – $32,238
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$17.01/hr
Range: $16.20 – $17.82
Annual Rate
$35,389
Range: $33,703 – $37,074
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
