Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in West Virginia, WV
Average Hourly Pay
$16.73
47.7%Below national average
Range: $15.93 – $17.52
Average Annual Pay
$34,791
47.7%Below national average
Range: $33,134 – $36,448
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
$14.22/hr
Range: $13.54 – $14.89
Annual Rate
$29,572
Range: $28,164 – $30,981
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$16.73/hr
Range: $15.93 – $17.52
Annual Rate
$34,791
Range: $33,134 – $36,448
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$19.24/hr
Range: $18.32 – $20.15
Annual Rate
$40,010
Range: $38,104 – $41,915
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
