Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Michigan City-La Porte, IN
Average Hourly Pay
$24.61
23.1%Below national average
Range: $23.44 – $25.78
Average Annual Pay
$51,193
23.1%Below national average
Range: $48,755 – $53,631
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
$20.92/hr
Range: $19.92 – $21.91
Annual Rate
$43,514
Range: $41,442 – $45,586
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$24.61/hr
Range: $23.44 – $25.78
Annual Rate
$51,193
Range: $48,755 – $53,631
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$28.30/hr
Range: $26.96 – $29.65
Annual Rate
$58,872
Range: $56,068 – $61,676
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
