Job prospects Truck Owner Operator near Lethbridge (AB)

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Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour shortage for Transport truck drivers near Lethbridge (AB). There were more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be good for Transport truck drivers (NOC 73300) in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.

Here are some key facts about Transport truck drivers in the Lethbridge - Medicine Hat region:

• Approximately 4,100 people work in this occupation.
• Transport truck drivers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 48%
  • Construction (NAICS 23): 14%
  • Support activities for mining, oil and gas (NAICS 213): 7%
  • Agriculture (NAICS ultur): 5%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology