Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$19.60
38.7%Below national average
Range: $18.67 – $20.54
Average Annual Pay
$40,775
38.7%Below national average
Range: $38,834 – $42,717
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
$16.66/hr
Range: $15.87 – $17.46
Annual Rate
$34,659
Range: $33,009 – $36,309
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$19.60/hr
Range: $18.67 – $20.54
Annual Rate
$40,775
Range: $38,834 – $42,717
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$22.54/hr
Range: $21.47 – $23.62
Annual Rate
$46,891
Range: $44,659 – $49,125
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
