Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Tyler, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$16.99
46.9%Below national average
Range: $16.18 – $17.80
Average Annual Pay
$35,337
46.9%Below national average
Range: $33,654 – $37,020
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
$14.44/hr
Range: $13.75 – $15.13
Annual Rate
$30,036
Range: $28,606 – $31,467
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$16.99/hr
Range: $16.18 – $17.80
Annual Rate
$35,337
Range: $33,654 – $37,020
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$19.54/hr
Range: $18.61 – $20.47
Annual Rate
$40,638
Range: $38,702 – $42,573
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
