Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Texas, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$20.24
36.8%Below national average
Range: $19.28 – $21.21
Average Annual Pay
$42,108
36.8%Below national average
Range: $40,102 – $44,113
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
$17.20/hr
Range: $16.39 – $18.03
Annual Rate
$35,792
Range: $34,087 – $37,496
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$20.24/hr
Range: $19.28 – $21.21
Annual Rate
$42,108
Range: $40,102 – $44,113
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$23.28/hr
Range: $22.17 – $24.39
Annual Rate
$48,424
Range: $46,117 – $50,730
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
