Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Washington, WA
Average Hourly Pay
$28.12
12.1%Below national average
Range: $26.78 – $29.46
Average Annual Pay
$58,488
12.1%Below national average
Range: $55,702 – $61,273
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
$23.90/hr
Range: $22.76 – $25.04
Annual Rate
$49,715
Range: $47,347 – $52,082
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$28.12/hr
Range: $26.78 – $29.46
Annual Rate
$58,488
Range: $55,702 – $61,273
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$32.34/hr
Range: $30.80 – $33.88
Annual Rate
$67,261
Range: $64,057 – $70,464
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
