Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Raleigh-Cary, NC
Average Hourly Pay
$22.06
31.1%Below national average
Range: $21.01 – $23.11
Average Annual Pay
$45,886
31.1%Below national average
Range: $43,701 – $48,071
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
$18.75/hr
Range: $17.86 – $19.64
Annual Rate
$39,003
Range: $37,146 – $40,860
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.06/hr
Range: $21.01 – $23.11
Annual Rate
$45,886
Range: $43,701 – $48,071
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.37/hr
Range: $24.16 – $26.58
Annual Rate
$52,769
Range: $50,256 – $55,282
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
