Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach, SC
Average Hourly Pay
$18.66
41.7%Below national average
Range: $17.77 – $19.55
Average Annual Pay
$38,810
41.7%Below national average
Range: $36,962 – $40,658
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
$15.86/hr
Range: $15.10 – $16.62
Annual Rate
$32,989
Range: $31,418 – $34,559
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$18.66/hr
Range: $17.77 – $19.55
Annual Rate
$38,810
Range: $36,962 – $40,658
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$21.46/hr
Range: $20.44 – $22.48
Annual Rate
$44,632
Range: $42,506 – $46,757
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
