Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Wilmington, NC
Average Hourly Pay
$18.53
42.1%Below national average
Range: $17.65 – $19.42
Average Annual Pay
$38,548
42.1%Below national average
Range: $36,712 – $40,383
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
$15.75/hr
Range: $15.00 – $16.51
Annual Rate
$32,766
Range: $31,205 – $34,326
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$18.53/hr
Range: $17.65 – $19.42
Annual Rate
$38,548
Range: $36,712 – $40,383
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$21.31/hr
Range: $20.30 – $22.33
Annual Rate
$44,330
Range: $42,219 – $46,440
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
