Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Las Cruces, NM
Average Hourly Pay
$16.34
48.9%Below national average
Range: $15.56 – $17.12
Average Annual Pay
$33,983
48.9%Below national average
Range: $32,365 – $35,601
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
$13.89/hr
Range: $13.23 – $14.55
Annual Rate
$28,886
Range: $27,510 – $30,261
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$16.34/hr
Range: $15.56 – $17.12
Annual Rate
$33,983
Range: $32,365 – $35,601
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$18.79/hr
Range: $17.89 – $19.69
Annual Rate
$39,080
Range: $37,220 – $40,941
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
