Psychiatric Technicians Jobs Pay in Winston-Salem, NC
Average Hourly Pay
$20.59
35.7%Below national average
Range: $19.61 – $21.57
Average Annual Pay
$42,828
35.7%Below national average
Range: $40,789 – $44,868
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
$17.50/hr
Range: $16.67 – $18.33
Annual Rate
$36,404
Range: $34,671 – $38,138
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$20.59/hr
Range: $19.61 – $21.57
Annual Rate
$42,828
Range: $40,789 – $44,868
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$23.68/hr
Range: $22.55 – $24.81
Annual Rate
$49,252
Range: $46,907 – $51,598
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
