Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Longview, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$16.39
48.8%Below national average
Range: $15.61 – $17.17
Average Annual Pay
$34,092
48.8%Below national average
Range: $32,469 – $35,716
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
$13.93/hr
Range: $13.27 – $14.59
Annual Rate
$28,978
Range: $27,599 – $30,359
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$16.39/hr
Range: $15.61 – $17.17
Annual Rate
$34,092
Range: $32,469 – $35,716
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$18.85/hr
Range: $17.95 – $19.75
Annual Rate
$39,206
Range: $37,339 – $41,073
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
