Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Wichita, KS
Average Hourly Pay
$18.56
42.0%Below national average
Range: $17.68 – $19.45
Average Annual Pay
$38,613
42.0%Below national average
Range: $36,774 – $40,452
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
$15.78/hr
Range: $15.03 – $16.53
Annual Rate
$32,821
Range: $31,258 – $34,384
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$18.56/hr
Range: $17.68 – $19.45
Annual Rate
$38,613
Range: $36,774 – $40,452
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$21.34/hr
Range: $20.33 – $22.37
Annual Rate
$44,405
Range: $42,290 – $46,520
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
