Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Lexington-Fayette, KY
Average Hourly Pay
$19.45
39.2%Below national average
Range: $18.52 – $20.37
Average Annual Pay
$40,448
39.2%Below national average
Range: $38,522 – $42,374
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
$16.53/hr
Range: $15.74 – $17.31
Annual Rate
$34,381
Range: $32,744 – $36,018
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$19.45/hr
Range: $18.52 – $20.37
Annual Rate
$40,448
Range: $38,522 – $42,374
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$22.37/hr
Range: $21.30 – $23.43
Annual Rate
$46,515
Range: $44,300 – $48,730
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
