Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL
Average Hourly Pay
$20.87
34.8%Below national average
Range: $19.88 – $21.87
Average Annual Pay
$43,418
34.8%Below national average
Range: $41,350 – $45,485
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
$17.74/hr
Range: $16.90 – $18.59
Annual Rate
$36,905
Range: $35,148 – $38,662
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$20.87/hr
Range: $19.88 – $21.87
Annual Rate
$43,418
Range: $41,350 – $45,485
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$24.00/hr
Range: $22.86 – $25.15
Annual Rate
$49,931
Range: $47,552 – $52,308
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
