Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Mississippi, MS
Average Hourly Pay
$16.62
48.1%Below national average
Range: $15.83 – $17.41
Average Annual Pay
$34,573
48.1%Below national average
Range: $32,926 – $36,219
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
$14.13/hr
Range: $13.46 – $14.80
Annual Rate
$29,387
Range: $27,987 – $30,786
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$16.62/hr
Range: $15.83 – $17.41
Annual Rate
$34,573
Range: $32,926 – $36,219
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$19.11/hr
Range: $18.20 – $20.02
Annual Rate
$39,759
Range: $37,865 – $41,652
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
