Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Topeka, KS
Average Hourly Pay
$21.13
34.0%Below national average
Range: $20.12 – $22.13
Average Annual Pay
$43,942
34.0%Below national average
Range: $41,850 – $46,035
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
$17.96/hr
Range: $17.10 – $18.81
Annual Rate
$37,351
Range: $35,573 – $39,130
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.13/hr
Range: $20.12 – $22.13
Annual Rate
$43,942
Range: $41,850 – $46,035
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$24.30/hr
Range: $23.14 – $25.45
Annual Rate
$50,533
Range: $48,127 – $52,940
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
