Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT
Average Hourly Pay
$27.96
12.6%Below national average
Range: $26.63 – $29.29
Average Annual Pay
$58,160
12.6%Below national average
Range: $55,390 – $60,929
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
$23.77/hr
Range: $22.64 – $24.90
Annual Rate
$49,436
Range: $47,082 – $51,790
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$27.96/hr
Range: $26.63 – $29.29
Annual Rate
$58,160
Range: $55,390 – $60,929
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$32.15/hr
Range: $30.62 – $33.68
Annual Rate
$66,884
Range: $63,698 – $70,068
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
