Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in New Jersey, NJ
Average Hourly Pay
$29.04
9.3%Below national average
Range: $27.66 – $30.43
Average Annual Pay
$60,409
9.3%Below national average
Range: $57,533 – $63,286
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
$24.68/hr
Range: $23.51 – $25.87
Annual Rate
$51,348
Range: $48,903 – $53,793
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$29.04/hr
Range: $27.66 – $30.43
Annual Rate
$60,409
Range: $57,533 – $63,286
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$33.40/hr
Range: $31.81 – $34.99
Annual Rate
$69,470
Range: $66,163 – $72,779
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
