Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Waco, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$18.20
43.1%Below national average
Range: $17.33 – $19.06
Average Annual Pay
$37,849
43.1%Below national average
Range: $36,046 – $39,651
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
$15.47/hr
Range: $14.73 – $16.20
Annual Rate
$32,172
Range: $30,639 – $33,703
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$18.20/hr
Range: $17.33 – $19.06
Annual Rate
$37,849
Range: $36,046 – $39,651
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$20.93/hr
Range: $19.93 – $21.92
Annual Rate
$43,526
Range: $41,453 – $45,599
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
