Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Tennessee, TN
Average Hourly Pay
$19.65
38.6%Below national average
Range: $18.71 – $20.58
Average Annual Pay
$40,863
38.6%Below national average
Range: $38,917 – $42,808
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
$16.70/hr
Range: $15.90 – $17.49
Annual Rate
$34,734
Range: $33,079 – $36,387
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$19.65/hr
Range: $18.71 – $20.58
Annual Rate
$40,863
Range: $38,917 – $42,808
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$22.60/hr
Range: $21.52 – $23.67
Annual Rate
$46,992
Range: $44,755 – $49,229
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
