Job prospects Commercial Transport Vehicle Mechanic in the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Region

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Over the past few years (2021-2023), the labour market was balanced for Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers in the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean Region. The number of job openings was about the same as the number of workers available in this occupation.

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The employment outlook will be moderate for Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers (NOC 72410) in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

Employment trends in this occupation are influenced by several factors. 

The number of vehicles on the road is steadily increasing, driving demand for repair and maintenance services.  

Inflation, persistently high interest rates and the rising cost of housing, especially rentals, are eroding households' spending capacity and should limit new vehicle purchases. Consumers are more conscious of their budgets and keep their vehicles for longer before replacing them or prefer to buy a used vehicle. There will be a high demand for maintenance and repairs, which will support this occupation. 

The major trend of transitioning to hybrid or electric vehicles results in more fuel-efficient vehicles to maintain, which requires specialized training to meet the demand. However, the maintenance requirements for this type of vehicle are lower. 

Finally, the uncertainty regarding the economic environment could affect the transportation sector and slow the demand for truck maintenance and repairs. 

Here are some key facts about Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers in the Saguenay - Lac-Saint-Jean region:

• Approximately 1,720 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 44%
  • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 28%
  • Transportation and warehousing (NAICS 48-49): 10%

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