Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Massachusetts, MA
Average Hourly Pay
$27.71
13.4%Below national average
Range: $26.39 – $29.03
Average Annual Pay
$57,636
13.4%Below national average
Range: $54,891 – $60,380
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
$23.55/hr
Range: $22.43 – $24.68
Annual Rate
$48,991
Range: $46,657 – $51,323
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$27.71/hr
Range: $26.39 – $29.03
Annual Rate
$57,636
Range: $54,891 – $60,380
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$31.87/hr
Range: $30.35 – $33.38
Annual Rate
$66,281
Range: $63,125 – $69,437
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
