Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Tuscaloosa, AL
Average Hourly Pay
$17.20
46.3%Below national average
Range: $16.38 – $18.02
Average Annual Pay
$35,774
46.3%Below national average
Range: $34,070 – $37,477
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
$14.62/hr
Range: $13.92 – $15.32
Annual Rate
$30,408
Range: $28,960 – $31,855
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$17.20/hr
Range: $16.38 – $18.02
Annual Rate
$35,774
Range: $34,070 – $37,477
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$19.78/hr
Range: $18.84 – $20.72
Annual Rate
$41,140
Range: $39,181 – $43,099
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
