Job prospects Mechanic's Helper - Automotive in the Calgary Region

Explore current and future job prospects for people working as "Other trades helpers and labourers" in the Calgary Region or across Canada.

Current and future job prospects

These outlooks were updated on November 29, 2023.

Recent trends from the past 3 years

Labour surplus

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour surplus for Other trades helpers and labourers in the Calgary Region. There were more workers available than job openings in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Assessment Methodology

Job outlook over the next 3 years

Limited

The employment outlook will be limited for Other trades helpers and labourers (NOC 75119) in the Calgary region for the 2023-2025 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

  • Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.
  • Not many 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 Other trades helpers and labourers in the Calgary region:

  • Approximately 620 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
  • Other trades helpers and labourers mainly work in the following sectors:
    • Construction (NAICS 23): 45%
    • Other services (except public administration) (NAICS 81): 16%
    • Retail Trade (NAICS 44-45): 6%
    • Professional, scientific and technical services (NAICS 54): 6%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology

Labour market conditions over the next 10 years

Find out what will be the job prospects for Other trades helpers and labourers across Canada over the next 10 years, from 2022 to 2031.

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Labour Market Information Survey
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