Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in North Carolina, NC
Average Hourly Pay
$20.84
34.9%Below national average
Range: $19.85 – $21.84
Average Annual Pay
$43,352
34.9%Below national average
Range: $41,288 – $45,417
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
$17.71/hr
Range: $16.87 – $18.56
Annual Rate
$36,849
Range: $35,095 – $38,604
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$20.84/hr
Range: $19.85 – $21.84
Annual Rate
$43,352
Range: $41,288 – $45,417
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$23.97/hr
Range: $22.83 – $25.12
Annual Rate
$49,855
Range: $47,481 – $52,230
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
