Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA
Average Hourly Pay
$23.07
27.9%Below national average
Range: $21.97 – $24.17
Average Annual Pay
$47,982
27.9%Below national average
Range: $45,698 – $50,267
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
$19.61/hr
Range: $18.67 – $20.54
Annual Rate
$40,785
Range: $38,843 – $42,727
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.07/hr
Range: $21.97 – $24.17
Annual Rate
$47,982
Range: $45,698 – $50,267
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$26.53/hr
Range: $25.27 – $27.80
Annual Rate
$55,179
Range: $52,553 – $57,807
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
