Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in South Carolina, SC
Average Hourly Pay
$19.70
38.4%Below national average
Range: $18.76 – $20.64
Average Annual Pay
$40,972
38.4%Below national average
Range: $39,021 – $42,923
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
$16.74/hr
Range: $15.95 – $17.54
Annual Rate
$34,826
Range: $33,168 – $36,485
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$19.70/hr
Range: $18.76 – $20.64
Annual Rate
$40,972
Range: $39,021 – $42,923
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$22.65/hr
Range: $21.57 – $23.74
Annual Rate
$47,118
Range: $44,874 – $49,361
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
