Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Lynchburg, VA
Average Hourly Pay
$24.75
22.7%Below national average
Range: $23.57 – $25.93
Average Annual Pay
$51,477
22.7%Below national average
Range: $49,026 – $53,928
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
$21.04/hr
Range: $20.03 – $22.04
Annual Rate
$43,755
Range: $41,672 – $45,839
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.75/hr
Range: $23.57 – $25.93
Annual Rate
$51,477
Range: $49,026 – $53,928
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$28.46/hr
Range: $27.11 – $29.82
Annual Rate
$59,199
Range: $56,380 – $62,017
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
