Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Pittsburgh, PA
Average Hourly Pay
$21.12
34.0%Below national average
Range: $20.11 – $22.12
Average Annual Pay
$43,920
34.0%Below national average
Range: $41,829 – $46,012
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
$17.95/hr
Range: $17.09 – $18.80
Annual Rate
$37,332
Range: $35,555 – $39,110
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.12/hr
Range: $20.11 – $22.12
Annual Rate
$43,920
Range: $41,829 – $46,012
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$24.29/hr
Range: $23.13 – $25.44
Annual Rate
$50,508
Range: $48,103 – $52,914
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
