Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC
Average Hourly Pay
$26.52
17.1%Below national average
Range: $25.26 – $27.79
Average Annual Pay
$55,168
17.1%Below national average
Range: $52,541 – $57,795
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
$22.54/hr
Range: $21.47 – $23.62
Annual Rate
$46,893
Range: $44,660 – $49,126
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$26.52/hr
Range: $25.26 – $27.79
Annual Rate
$55,168
Range: $52,541 – $57,795
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$30.50/hr
Range: $29.05 – $31.96
Annual Rate
$63,443
Range: $60,422 – $66,464
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
