Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Lake Charles, LA
Average Hourly Pay
$16.50
48.4%Below national average
Range: $15.71 – $17.28
Average Annual Pay
$34,311
48.4%Below national average
Range: $32,677 – $35,944
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
$14.03/hr
Range: $13.35 – $14.69
Annual Rate
$29,164
Range: $27,775 – $30,552
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$16.50/hr
Range: $15.71 – $17.28
Annual Rate
$34,311
Range: $32,677 – $35,944
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$18.97/hr
Range: $18.07 – $19.87
Annual Rate
$39,458
Range: $37,579 – $41,336
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
