Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in St. Louis, MO
Average Hourly Pay
$23.39
26.9%Below national average
Range: $22.28 – $24.51
Average Annual Pay
$48,660
26.9%Below national average
Range: $46,342 – $50,977
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
$19.88/hr
Range: $18.94 – $20.83
Annual Rate
$41,361
Range: $39,391 – $43,330
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.39/hr
Range: $22.28 – $24.51
Annual Rate
$48,660
Range: $46,342 – $50,977
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$26.90/hr
Range: $25.62 – $28.19
Annual Rate
$55,959
Range: $53,293 – $58,624
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
